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Magical Wanderer Experience Private Tour to Te Puia & Wai-O-Tapu

5.02 reviews
13 hoursEnglish guide
From / guest
$677USD · taxes incl.
// what to expect

This one-day tour is designed for private travellers on a luxury vehicle with return transfers from Auckland to explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in one day. Experience a personal encounter with our people, culture, and place. Visit Te Puia, one of Rotorua's top attractions. A place where mud pools bubble, boil, and geysers shoot steam high into the air. See two iconic native New Zealand kiwi birds in the Kiwi House and viewing enclosure. Experience traditional food Hangi buffet lunch infused with indigenous flavours and an authentic and traditional Māori concert, a truly wonderful New Zealand cultural experience for all the family and continue to enjoy the surreal landscapes and mysterious appeal of active geothermal sites at Wai-O-Tapu thermal wonderland.

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// good to know
Duration
13 hours
Operated by
Viator
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// the details
Private transportation
Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
Visit the thermal wonderland of Wai-O-Tapu and witness its unique volcanic features
Traditional weaving tutorial to craft your own masterpiece
Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Chance to see the towering water jets of Pōhutu Geyser
Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
Carry on past the Champagne Pool, a bubbling hot spring famed for its brilliant orange rim
Find a spot with the perfect mix of hot and cold temperatures, a truly magical experience
Complimentary refreshments and water onboard
Up-close look at the valley's immense bubbling mud pools
WiFi on board
Captivating experience of the Whakarewarewa geothermal wonderland
Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
Admission to 90 minutes self-guided walk at Wai-o–Tapu thermal wonderland
Admission to traditional Māori cultural performance
Walk through a surreal lunar-like environment to witness the volcanic wonders
Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with opportunity for photo stops
Hangi Buffet Lunch at Te Puia Geothermal Valley
Insights into Māori heritage & historical uses of the land
Spot the iconic New Zealand kiwi bird at the nocturnal house
Admission to fully guided tour and hangi buffet lunch at Te Puia Geothermal Valley
Breakfast
Dinner
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
  • Being an active geothermal area with uneven terrain, sturdy footwear is recommended. Jandals, sandals, flip-flops or high heeled shoes are not suitable.
  • Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
  • Licensed bar available at Te Puia, drinks available for purchase at an additional cost.
  • Being an active geothermal area with uneven terrain, sturdy footwear is recommended. Jandals, sandals, flip-flops or high heeled shoes are not suitable.
  • Easy and good fitness level required.
  • You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
13 hours

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

// operating schedule
Operates
Daily
Departure times
6:30 AM
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