12-Hour Wai-O-Tapu and Rotorua Nature Tour from Auckland
About This Tour
Discover some of New Zealand's most spectacular natural wonders on this full-day tour from Auckland. Explore the bubbling Wai-O-Tapu Mud Pool, witness the famou...
Duration: 12 Hours · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Auckland, Rotorua, Hamilton, Putaruru, Tirau · Languages: English
Know before you go: Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.; Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes.; Be prepared for a full day of adventure.; Check weather conditions before departure.; Always keep an umbrella or a poncho on standby.
About Auckland
Auckland
In the most electric metropolis on New Zealand’s North Island, Everest Global Hub’s Auckland guides are eager to show off their city of soaring skyscrapers, buzzing harboursides, old Maori sites and boho Ponsonby.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within Auckland CBD
- Entry ticket to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Admission to the Lady Knox Geyser experience
- Free walk in Redwood Forest
- Blue Springs walk
- Scenic sightseeing along the way
- Air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide
Not Included
- Lunch/Dinner
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Wai-O-Tapu, Redwood Forest, Blue Spring, and Tirau from Auckland
Pickup from Auckland CBD hotels. Morning pick-up from SkyCity Hotel, Auckland CBD, from 5:45 am onward. Morning pick-up from SkyCity Hotel, Auckland CBD, from 5:45 am onward. Departure is at 6:00 am. Departure is at 6:00 am. Please be on time or arrive before departure to avoid disappointment. Please be on time or arrive before departure to avoid disappointment. Approximately 15 minutes are required to complete all pickups. Approximately 15 minutes are required to complete all pickups. Travel from Auckland to Tirau / Ruakura. Travel from Auckland to Tirau / Ruakura via SH 1. Travel from Auckland to Tirau / Ruakura via SH 1. The drive is approximately 2 hours, covering 175 kilometres. The drive is approximately 2 hours, covering 175 kilometres. Travel from Tirau / Ruakura to Wai-O-Tapu. Continue the journey from Tirau / Ruakura to Wai-O-Tapu. Continue the journey from Tirau / Ruakura to Wai-O-Tapu. This drive takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. This drive takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Boiling Mud Pool - Wai O Tapu Scenic Reserve. Visit the famous Mud Pool at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland near Rotorua. Visit the famous Mud Pool at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland near Rotorua. Observe bubbling and boiling mud created by underground geothermal activity. Observe bubbling and boiling mud created by underground geothermal activity. Experience the fascinating display of volcanic gases released through thick grey mud. Experience the fascinating display of volcanic gases released through thick grey mud. Explore the crater formed by a volcanic eruption and enjoy one of New Zealand's most active geothermal attractions. Explore the crater formed by a volcanic eruption and enjoy one of New Zealand's most active geothermal attractions. Lady Knox Geyser presentation. Witness the famous Lady Knox Geyser eruption at 10:15 am. Witness the famous Lady Knox Geyser eruption at 10:15 am. Watch the geyser erupt up to 10 to 20 metres high for approximately one hour. Watch the geyser erupt up to 10 to 20 metres high for approximately one hour. Learn about the history of the geyser, discovered in the early 20th century. Learn about the history of the geyser, discovered in the early 20th century. Discover why the geyser was named after Lady Constance Knox, daughter of a former New Zealand governor. Discover why the geyser was named after Lady Constance Knox, daughter of a former New Zealand governor. Wai O Tapu Thermal Wonderland walk. Explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland near Rotorua. Explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland near Rotorua. Discover vibrant geothermal landscapes filled with bubbling mud pools, steaming fumaroles, and colourful hot springs. Discover vibrant geothermal landscapes filled with bubbling mud pools, steaming fumaroles, and colourful hot springs. Visit the iconic Champagne Pool and other geothermal attractions. Visit the iconic Champagne Pool and other geothermal attractions. Enjoy scenic walking trails offering close-up views of geysers and geothermal phenomena. Enjoy scenic walking trails offering close-up views of geysers and geothermal phenomena. Experience one of New Zealand's most unique natural attractions, filled with surreal colours and geothermal beauty. Experience one of New Zealand's most unique natural attractions, filled with surreal colours and geothermal beauty. Redwood Forest walk. Visit the famous Redwood Forest in Rotorua, known for its towering Californian Coast Redwoods planted in 1901. Visit the famous Redwood Forest in Rotorua, known for its towering Californian Coast Redwoods planted in 1901. Enjoy free walking trails through majestic redwood trees and lush native forest landscapes. Enjoy free walking trails through majestic redwood trees and lush native forest landscapes. Experience peaceful surroundings, fresh air, and vibrant greenery throughout the forest. Experience peaceful surroundings, fresh air, and vibrant greenery throughout the forest. You may choose to participate in the optional Tree Walk at your own expense, while others enjoy the free walking trails. You may choose to participate in the optional Tree Walk at your own expense, while others enjoy the free walking trails. Discover one of Rotorua's most popular outdoor and nature attractions. Discover one of Rotorua's most popular outdoor and nature attractions. Crystal Clear Blue Springs. Visit the famous Blue Spring in Putāruru, known for its crystal-clear, vibrant blue waters. Visit the famous Blue Spring in Putāruru, known for its crystal-clear, vibrant blue waters. Explore the Te Waihou Walkway through native bush and alongside the Waihou River. Explore the Te Waihou Walkway through native bush and alongside the Waihou River. Learn how the spring supplies approximately 70 percent of New Zealand's bottled water due to its exceptional purity. Learn how the spring supplies approximately 70 percent of New Zealand's bottled water due to its exceptional purity. Experience the constant 11 degrees Celsius water temperature and impressive water flow of 42 cubic metres per minute. Experience the constant 11 degrees Celsius water temperature and impressive water flow of 42 cubic metres per minute. Enjoy the peaceful beauty and natural surroundings of this remarkable spring. Enjoy the peaceful beauty and natural surroundings of this remarkable spring. Corrugated structures - Tirau Town. Explore the charming town of Tirau, located in the Waikato region of New Zealand. Explore the charming town of Tirau, located in the Waikato region of New Zealand. Discover the town's famous corrugated iron sheep and dog structures. Discover the town's famous corrugated iron sheep and dog structures. Visit the local i-SITE visitor centre and wool shop housed inside the unique buildings. Visit the local i-SITE visitor centre and wool shop housed inside the unique buildings. Enjoy cosy cafes, boutique shops, local art, and the creative atmosphere of the town. Enjoy cosy cafes, boutique shops, local art, and the creative atmosphere of the town. Experience one of New Zealand's most quirky and memorable roadside stops. Experience one of New Zealand's most quirky and memorable roadside stops. Auckland CBD hotels drop-off. Begin the return journey from Tirau back to Auckland CBD. Begin the return journey from Tirau back to Auckland CBD. Travel approximately 2 hours back toward Auckland. Travel approximately 2 hours back toward Auckland. Drop off travellers at Auckland Airport transfer points and airport hotels along the way. Drop off travellers at Auckland Airport transfer points and airport hotels along the way. Conclude your geothermal and nature adventure through New Zealand's scenic North Island. Conclude your geothermal and nature adventure through New Zealand's scenic North Island.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: SkyCity Hotel Auckland Victoria Street West, Auckland CBD, Auckland, New Zealand · Tour start: Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
