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Waimangu Volcanic Valley
1,686
#1 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"you can discover it via some trails or by bus the main trail is so stunning , you ll discover many nature sceneries, all are speechless, mother nature here is so strong and beautiful there is some optional trails,...""A fantastic walk through the valley for everyone, great natural history to read about, well placed signage and of course awesome geothermal features to see all the way down."
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
5,111
#2 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"We did this one at night and my wife who is scared of heights enjoyed it emmensly, the lighting mixed with the majesty of the trees is spectacular a real must do for lovers of nature and forest magic!!""This is a great place to travel too close to the city & on the Airport Bus route only - You can also walk passed the sulphur lakes walkway to get there, Recommended for Bike riding & also lunch to have a picnic."
Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre
522
#3 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"Blown away by the hard work the Wingspan group do the birds you see flying so close to you giving you a real experience up close and personal is so different to many of the other New Zealand bird parks""Wingspan are in their new location, still under development yet give a fabulous intimate presentation and display of NZ falcons and barn owl."
Te Puia
5,618
#4 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"Perfect half day experience - I joined a very entertaining guided tour, (highly recommended - the guide was fun and full of insights into Maori culture, history and the local mud-pools and geyser as he lives in th...""Amazing place The geyser and hot pools were exceptional to see and the facilities first class They are all easy to access and very professionally ran We even saw a kiwi We did the tour and had a fabulous guide but..."
Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
2,666
#5 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"Highly recommend this geothermal Maori village where I get to learn about Maori culture/ life, experience hot springs, watch Geysers eruption, enjoy real Hangi meal and an overview of Rotorua’s lake (green lake, b...""The traditional show, food cooked in geothermal pools and steam ovens and a guide who was funny, knowledgable and from the village itself all added to the wonders of geysers, hot pools and geo thermal lakes."
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
8,652
#6 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"We were blown away by this awesome attraction !! Nature’s amazing thermal wonderland !! From Lady Knox Geysers eruption to many thermal spots on this park, champagne pool is the ultimate and many others !! Wow lov...""Wonderful natural thermal environment with geysers, mud pool and craters steaming with gases A really fun and easy walk of less than a mile to about 1.5 miles if you take both loops Well worth the visit"
Paradise Valley Springs Wildlife Park
1,059
#7 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"Lots of trout and ducks who are all waiting to be fed, farm animals and birds were all very active which was fun to see - llama, goats and sheep are so friendly and loved being hand fed!""Great place with different animals including lions, rabbits, wallaby, kea, varieties of trouts, small sky walk and nice session of forest walk.We enjoyed the visit."
Waikite Valley Thermal Pools
1,208
#8 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"The temperature was checked before we got in and 45 mins just flew by with us dreaming dreams as we lazed in the perfect water, and stared idly at the beautiful valley below us as the steam rose off the stream bel...""We visited Waikite Valley Thermal Pools yesterday evening and had such a great time relaxing while taking in the country views, we also soaked in the private pool which you can adjust the temp of yourself!"
Blue Lake Track
651
#9 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"This is a beautiful leisurely walk, with lots of contrast; shingle beaches, pretty shoreline, lush forest, native bush and photogenic views....all good!""There were many highlights: - a lovely playground - great swimming spot, including a swimming lane - clean toilets/changing rooms - a bbq in the picnic spot - shade options - near a shop to buy icecreams - the blu..."
Rainbow Springs Nature Park
2,176
#10 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"This is a great change of pace from the large tours at the geyser fields- a beautiful forest, including some gorgeous Redwood giants, set around a forest full of aviaries highlighting the unique birds of New Zeala...""The gift shop was probably the best one we were in during our three week tour through both islands and the splash ride was lots of fun! All. the way around we had a fabulous time and will recommend your Nature Par..."
Kuirau Park
1,150
#11 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"Also nearby is the waterfront Maori village of Ohinenutu-another quiet largely tourist-free stroll through a genuinely indigenous community with a stunning church and a very interesting war memorial and graveyard.""Wide paths ideal for pushchairs, wheelchairs etc. Fabulous pieces of art/sculptures scattered along the pathways, even the posts with rope features look amazing."
Government Gardens
1,175
#12 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"Spent all morning here, strolling thru the beautifully manicured gardens, looking at flicks if geese walking, lots playing croquet, how genteel is that, walking along the lakeside finishing with a bit of well need...""Inside the gardens are, gardens, imported and local plantings of trees, roost for local falcons, croquet fields, bowling, bowls fields, and walking tracks, all backing up o public baths and the lake, bathing costu..."
Lake Rotorua
1,055
#13 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"Such a beautiful view of the Lake wherever you go..the park that leads down to the Lake a great place to have a coffee or picnic and the walkway round to Government Gardens magnificent as you get so many glimpses...""great day out on the lake we took a cruise for about a hour we even hired a paddle boat great food and great park and plenty of parking."
Mt. Tarawera
129
#14 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"... are immediately struck by the odd shape Tarawera, and it's two sister domes, Ruawahia and Wahanga, which make up the present-day mountain, quietly brooding at the head of the lake, cooking up its next eruption.""Climb the mountain or view it from the Lake, or do both; either is spectacular and well worth the effort involved."
Polynesian Spa
3,550
#15 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"Great views Great Staff Meet peoples from all over the world Superb clean Great change room Good price 8 pools to choose All day bathing Hire towels or take own Well lit Calm Great smell Cleared my sinuses!!; Heal...""We took advantage of the half hour private spa and so chilled in our own pool in the open air overlooking Lake Rotorua - absolutely fabulous as we both felt re-energised yet really 'chilled' and calm."
Tarawera Trail
26
#20 of 32 Nature & Parks in Rotorua
"You must park at the trailhead and prebook both a water taxi at the end of the trail (hot water beach to landing) and a shuttle back from landing back to your car at the trailhead.""This is a very special piece of NZ with deep history we learnt a lot about with our very knowledgeable water taxi skipper who grew up on this land and lake."
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- Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour
- Ziplining Forest Adventure - The Original Canopy Tour Rotorua
- Tarawera and Rotorua Lakes Eco Tour by Boat with Guide
- Te Puia Day Pass - Geysers, Mud Pools, Kiwi, Culture, History & more
- Volcanic Valley Self Guided Walking and Hiking at Waimangu
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Te Puia
- Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
- Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
- Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre
- Te Puia
- Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
- Te Puia
- Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
- Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre
- Te Puia
- Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
- Waimangu Volcanic Valley
- Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
- Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre
- Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
- Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
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