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Mt Tarawera Helicopter Tour with Volcano Landing

Follow the eruption trail of Mt. Tarawera on a helicopter tour that includes a landing on the volcano. Best viewed from the air, the rugged …More

4.9 (43)

Mt Tarawera Helicopter Tour with Volcano Landing

Follow the eruption trail of Mt. Tarawera on a helicopter tour that includes a landing on the volcano. Best viewed from the air, the rugged...

40 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (43)
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$383
Private Waimangu Steaming Cliffs Kayak Tour

Lake Rotomahana is believed to be where the famous Pink and White terraces are buried and Waimangu Volcanic Valley is home to the world's youngest …More

4.9 (34)

Private Waimangu Steaming Cliffs Kayak Tour

Lake Rotomahana is believed to be where the famous Pink and White terraces are buried and Waimangu Volcanic Valley is home to the world's youngest...

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (34)
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$213
4WD Bush Safari at Off Road NZ

The ultimate 4WD adventure that puts you in control. Buckle up and take on an off-road adventure deep into native New Zealand forest. Back in …More

4.9 (53)

4WD Bush Safari at Off Road NZ

The ultimate 4WD adventure that puts you in control. Buckle up and take on an off-road adventure deep into native New Zealand forest. Back in...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (53)
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$74
Rotorua to Auckland Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Glow Worms

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay …More

4.4 (21)

Rotorua to Auckland Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Glow Worms

Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.4 (21)
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$193
Full Waimangu Experience - Walk & Cruise

Explore the geothermal valley in its entirety with the full Waimangu Experience. Discover New Zealand’s geothermal landscapes at your own pace on this independent Waimangu …More

4.8 (32)

Full Waimangu Experience - Walk & Cruise

Explore the geothermal valley in its entirety with the full Waimangu Experience. Discover New Zealand’s geothermal landscapes at your own pace on this independent Waimangu...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (32)
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$104
Hike New Zealand's finest forest - Whirinaki forest

Let our guides show you hiking at its best and experience one of New Zealand's best one day walks. Whirinaki forest is an icon of …More

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Hike New Zealand's finest forest - Whirinaki forest

Let our guides show you hiking at its best and experience one of New Zealand's best one day walks. Whirinaki forest is an icon of...

7 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (21)
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$316
Rotorua Off-Road 4WD Buggy Adventure

Enjoy a spectacular tour with our experienced guides and learn about the history of our Spirit Mountain, Mount Ngongotaha.  Our guides are passionate about the …More

4.9 (72)

Rotorua Off-Road 4WD Buggy Adventure

Enjoy a spectacular tour with our experienced guides and learn about the history of our Spirit Mountain, Mount Ngongotaha.  Our guides are passionate about the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (72)
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$57
Half-Day Self-Guided Mountain Bike Journey through Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest

Enjoy a 4-hour self-guided mountain bike ride through Rotorua’s spectacular Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest, located just 5-minutes from the city centre. With over 160 kilometers of …More

4.7 (125)

Half-Day Self-Guided Mountain Bike Journey through Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest

Enjoy a 4-hour self-guided mountain bike ride through Rotorua’s spectacular Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest, located just 5-minutes from the city centre. With over 160 kilometers of...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (125)
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$32
Jetski Lake Rotoiti geothermal basin fast.

Explore geothermal lakes, hidden bays, and hot pools that can only be reached by water. These places hold cultural significance Ngāti Pikiao, and are rarely …More

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Jetski Lake Rotoiti geothermal basin fast.

Explore geothermal lakes, hidden bays, and hot pools that can only be reached by water. These places hold cultural significance Ngāti Pikiao, and are rarely...

30 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (5)
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$224
Whaka Geothermal Trails Self-Guided Tour

Our new geothermal nature trails provide exclusive access to an untouched geothermal landscape where visitors can experience the raw nature of Papatuanuku (mother-earth). The Jurassic …More

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Whaka Geothermal Trails Self-Guided Tour

Our new geothermal nature trails provide exclusive access to an untouched geothermal landscape where visitors can experience the raw nature of Papatuanuku (mother-earth). The Jurassic...

30 to 60 minutes Free Cancellation
3.9 (43)
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$25
15-Minute Crater Lakes Flight by Floatplane from Rotorua

Join us to view Rotorua beyond the crater rim. Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geothermal activity in this …More

5.0 (10)

15-Minute Crater Lakes Flight by Floatplane from Rotorua

Join us to view Rotorua beyond the crater rim. Enjoy spectacular views of our hidden lakes district, distant volcanoes and local geothermal activity in this...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (10)
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$153
Mount Tarawera Volcanic Adventure by Helicopter

By Helicopter , combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera (for an approximate 20 minute guided walk with your pilot) with a flight that …More

4.9 (12)

Mount Tarawera Volcanic Adventure by Helicopter

By Helicopter , combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera (for an approximate 20 minute guided walk with your pilot) with a flight that...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.9 (12)
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$565
Freak of Nature at Off Road NZ

Rugged and remote, the trail is full of unknowns with plenty of thrills along the way. With instruction from a professional guide, you can tackle …More

4.9 (12)

Freak of Nature at Off Road NZ

Rugged and remote, the trail is full of unknowns with plenty of thrills along the way. With instruction from a professional guide, you can tackle...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (12)
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$105
White Island & Mount Tarawera Floatplane Adventure

Fly over New Zealand’s only permanently active offshore volcano, White Island and enjoy amazing aerial views of the island's crater lake and ever-changing volcanic activity. …More

5.0 (6)

White Island & Mount Tarawera Floatplane Adventure

Fly over New Zealand’s only permanently active offshore volcano, White Island and enjoy amazing aerial views of the island's crater lake and ever-changing volcanic activity....

1 hour 25 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$707
Whirinaki Forest Footsteps: Māori Guided Tour, Picnic & Transfer

An unforgettable adventure from start to finish! This guided Māori cultural walking tour through a stunning Jurassic podocarp rainforest was truly one-of-a-kind. The journey began …More

5.0 (10)

Whirinaki Forest Footsteps: Māori Guided Tour, Picnic & Transfer

An unforgettable adventure from start to finish! This guided Māori cultural walking tour through a stunning Jurassic podocarp rainforest was truly one-of-a-kind. The journey began...

7 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (10)
from
$158
Mount Tarawera/Orakei Korako "Thermal Explorer" Dual Landing

Combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera with a flight that includes spectacular aerial views of our stunning crater lakes, the renowned Tarawera Falls …More

5.0 (9)

Mount Tarawera/Orakei Korako "Thermal Explorer" Dual Landing

Combine the thrill of landing on Mount Tarawera with a flight that includes spectacular aerial views of our stunning crater lakes, the renowned Tarawera Falls...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
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$846
Rotorua to Auckland 1-Way Transfer Via Taupo and Hamilton Gardens

This one-way small group tour from Rotorua to Auckland is a journey through New Zealand's stunning landscapes and geothermal wonders. Witness the Lady Knox Geyser …More

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Rotorua to Auckland 1-Way Transfer Via Taupo and Hamilton Gardens

This one-way small group tour from Rotorua to Auckland is a journey through New Zealand's stunning landscapes and geothermal wonders. Witness the Lady Knox Geyser...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
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$176
Helicopter White Island / Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes'

Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White Island before landing on the now dormant but extremely spectacular summit of Mount Tarawera. …More

5.0 (2)

Helicopter White Island / Mount Tarawera 'Volcanic Extremes'

Experience “Volcanic Extremes” flying over the active crater of “Whakaari” White Island before landing on the now dormant but extremely spectacular summit of Mount Tarawera....

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$1,304
Monster 4X4 Thrill Ride at Off Road NZ

Strapped into your seat with helmet and protective gear on, brace yourself for the power and brute force of an all-terrain monster 4X4 truck. No …More

4.7 (12)

Monster 4X4 Thrill Ride at Off Road NZ

Strapped into your seat with helmet and protective gear on, brace yourself for the power and brute force of an all-terrain monster 4X4 truck. No...

10 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (12)
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$40
Kahukiwi Experiences Luxury 4WD 3hour Guided Maori Tour

Kahukiwi Experiences Phase One is a 3-hour, fully-guided, Māori cultural tour into the heart of Mourea, Ngāti Pikiao.  Guided by a vibrant, passionate guide, guests …More

4.4 (21)

Kahukiwi Experiences Luxury 4WD 3hour Guided Maori Tour

Kahukiwi Experiences Phase One is a 3-hour, fully-guided, Māori cultural tour into the heart of Mourea, Ngāti Pikiao.  Guided by a vibrant, passionate guide, guests...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.4 (21)
from
$107

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