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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 …More

3.9 (43)

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
Hell's Gate Geothermal Walk

Take a guided or self-guided tour of New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, walking amongst erupting waters, an active mud volcano and land coral. Experience …More

4.7 (143)

Hell's Gate Geothermal Walk

Take a guided or self-guided tour of New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, walking amongst erupting waters, an active mud volcano and land coral. Experience...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (143)
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$26
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
Velocity Valley Rotorua

Experience a theme park like no other, where the rides are more like extreme sports. Located just minutes from central Rotorua, Velocity Valley is an …More

4.8 (624)

Velocity Valley Rotorua

Experience a theme park like no other, where the rides are more like extreme sports. Located just minutes from central Rotorua, Velocity Valley is an...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (624)
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$37
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
Raceline Karting at Off Road NZ

Raceline Karting is NZ’s premier karting adventure it is New Zealand's newest and longest state of the art outdoor KartSport circuit.Situated at the Rotorua International …More

5.0 (6)

Raceline Karting at Off Road NZ

Raceline Karting is NZ’s premier karting adventure it is New Zealand's newest and longest state of the art outdoor KartSport circuit.Situated at the Rotorua International...

10 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (6)
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$47
Whaka Trails and Maori Village Combo Tour

Our combo offers your access to our Iconic Village Guided Tour learning of our rich history, traditions and how our people utilise the geothermal that …More

4.8 (181)

Whaka Trails and Maori Village Combo Tour

Our combo offers your access to our Iconic Village Guided Tour learning of our rich history, traditions and how our people utilise the geothermal that...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (181)
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$50
Rotorua Duck Boat Guided City and Lakes Tour

Explore Rotorua like never before on a 90–105 minute sightseeing adventure aboard a genuine WWII amphibious vehicle that travels seamlessly from land to water. Departing …More

4.8 (670)

Rotorua Duck Boat Guided City and Lakes Tour

Explore Rotorua like never before on a 90–105 minute sightseeing adventure aboard a genuine WWII amphibious vehicle that travels seamlessly from land to water. Departing...

90 to 105 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (670)
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$55
Zorb Inflatable Ball Ride from Mount Ngongotaha in New Zealand

Take a wild and wacky ride with ZORB - roll down the longest tracks in the world. Owned and operated by inventors of this iconic …More

4.8 (367)

Zorb Inflatable Ball Ride from Mount Ngongotaha in New Zealand

Take a wild and wacky ride with ZORB - roll down the longest tracks in the world. Owned and operated by inventors of this iconic...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.8 (367)
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$55
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
Katoa Jet Boat tour on Lake Rotorua

FEEL THE EXCITEMENT AND EXHILARATION ON LAKE ROTORUA WITH KATOA JET Experience the white-knuckle rush of a 30 minute jet boat tour on Lake Rotorua. …More

4.9 (125)

Katoa Jet Boat tour on Lake Rotorua

FEEL THE EXCITEMENT AND EXHILARATION ON LAKE ROTORUA WITH KATOA JET Experience the white-knuckle rush of a 30 minute jet boat tour on Lake Rotorua....

30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (125)
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$62
Tarawera and Rotorua Lakes Eco Tour by Boat with Guide

The Tarawera and Lakes Tour is the ultimate way to experience the beauty of Rotorua's lakes district and uncover the stories of the land, its …More

4.8 (202)

Tarawera and Rotorua Lakes Eco Tour by Boat with Guide

The Tarawera and Lakes Tour is the ultimate way to experience the beauty of Rotorua's lakes district and uncover the stories of the land, its...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (202)
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$66
Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour

Glow-worms are the highlight of any night-time stroll in New Zealand, and when found in abundance they can be as breathtaking as our clearest night …More

5.0 (749)

Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour

Glow-worms are the highlight of any night-time stroll in New Zealand, and when found in abundance they can be as breathtaking as our clearest night...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (749)
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$71
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 Rafting: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free Sauna

Spend one adrenaline-crammed hour of white water rafting down the Kaituna River on this tour from Rotorua. Start at a spot where wild waters meet …More

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5.0 (2,133)

Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free Sauna

Spend one adrenaline-crammed hour of white water rafting down the Kaituna River on this tour from Rotorua. Start at a spot where wild waters meet...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (2,133)
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$77
Rotorua White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures + Transport

Free central Rotorua pick-up sets this Kaituna River whitewater rafting experience apart, making your adventure seamless from the moment you book. Take on the world-famous …More

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4.9 (813)

Rotorua White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures + Transport

Free central Rotorua pick-up sets this Kaituna River whitewater rafting experience apart, making your adventure seamless from the moment you book. Take on the world-famous...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (813)
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$79
Rotorua: Te Rā Guided Experience + Haka

Rotorua’s world-class guided experience and cultural performance. This exhilarating combo extends on from our Te Rā experience by adding a captivating cultural performance in our …More

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Rotorua: Te Rā Guided Experience + Haka

Rotorua’s world-class guided experience and cultural performance. This exhilarating combo extends on from our Te Rā experience by adding a captivating cultural performance in our...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (41)
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$82
The Adrenaline Overdose at Off Road NZ

Raceline Karting is NZ’s premier karting adventure it is New Zealand's newest and longest state of the art outdoor KartSport circuit.Situated at the Rotorua International …More

5.0 (3)

The Adrenaline Overdose at Off Road NZ

Raceline Karting is NZ’s premier karting adventure it is New Zealand's newest and longest state of the art outdoor KartSport circuit.Situated at the Rotorua International...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
from
$81
Explore The Lakes Tour

Explore The Lakes Tour – 9am to 1pm By far the best lakes tour in Rotorua, small group, locations and value. With 18 lakes in …More

5.0 (68)

Explore The Lakes Tour

Explore The Lakes Tour – 9am to 1pm By far the best lakes tour in Rotorua, small group, locations and value. With 18 lakes in...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (68)
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$85
Rotorua Ziplines - Zipline Over Waterfalls - Free Sauna

Are you ready to soar over waterfalls, zoom through pristine native forests, and be enlightened through a hands-on cultural and ecological experience in Okere Falls, …More

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5.0 (501)

Rotorua Ziplines - Zipline Over Waterfalls - Free Sauna

Are you ready to soar over waterfalls, zoom through pristine native forests, and be enlightened through a hands-on cultural and ecological experience in Okere Falls,...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (501)
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$96

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