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Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako

4.8 (210 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation
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Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako

About this activity

Join this completely self-guided tour for an extraordinary geothermal experience!

A unique natural geothermal attraction, situated between Rotorua and Taupo. View up close, geysers, mud pools, hot springs, silica terraces, New Zealand's natural bush and a very rare thermal cave. Said to be "Arguably the Best Thermal in New Zealand".

The attraction is a self guided walk of 2.5kms and takes between 1 and 1.5 hours to complete. Open 365 days of the year (including Christmas Day) from 8m through to 4:30pm. A short return ferry trip to the attraction is included and runs on demand.

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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 100 people
People per booking
1–30
Written guide
Hindi, German, Russian, Korean, Chinese, Filipino, English, Italian, French, Spanish, Czech, Ukrainian, Japanese, Danish, Dutch
Operated by
Orakei Korako Cave Thermal Park

Ages: Infants (1–5 years) · Children (6–16 years) · Adults (17–90 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Included: Return ferry rides on demand
  • Included: Self guided tour

Not included

  • Not included: Food and drinks
  • Not included: Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Not included: Guide - this tour is completely self-guided

Itinerary

  1. Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    Orakei Korako boasts the most active geysers of any geothermal park in New Zealand. Up to 23 active natural geysers play freely through the area, which is constantly changing. Marvel at the number of boiling hot springs and the vibrant colours all around you, or take a native bushwalk through this untouched geothermal paradise. The Lonely Planet Guide describes Orakei Korako as "...arguably the best thermal area left in New Zealand".

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Traveller ratings

4.8 out of 5 · 210 reviews
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Self-Guided Geothermal Tour in Orakei Korako

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