Rotorua Duck Boat Guided City and Lakes Tour

4.8 (678 reviews) 1 h 30 min – 1 h 45 min Free cancellation

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4.8

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About this activity

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 at regular intervals from a central city location, our fully guided tours take you through some of Rotorua's most breathtaking scenery — from its 18 lakes nestled within lush native bush to its iconic geothermal landscapes. Along the way, your guide will share the fascinating stories behind the region, covering everything from Māori migration and geothermal history to what makes Rotorua the extraordinary place it is today.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min – 1 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 28 people
People per booking: 1–9
Written guide: German, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, French, Spanish
Guide: English
Operated by: Rotorua Duck Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–16 years) · Adults (17–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Driver/guide
Included: 90-minute tour on authentic World War II amphibious vehicle
Included: Live commentary on board

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Lake Rotorua

Passing by

Drive around lakefront and learn about history. Great for photo opportunities.
Rotorua Duck Tours

15 min Admission included

Where all our tours depart from
Blue Baths

Passing by

Drive past, view and learn about history
Government Gardens

Passing by

We drive through the Government Gardens, learn about history.
Lake Okareka Walkway

Passing by

Talk about walkway on tour
Blue Lake Track

Passing by

Point our where the track starts and how good it is.
Mt. Tarawera

Passing by

View and learn about 1886 Eruption
Redwoods Treewalk

Passing by

Learn about Treewalk
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest

Passing by

Drive past, view and talk about history
Rotorua Museum

Passing by

Stop view and learn about
Blue Baths

Passing by

Drive by and learn about
Sulphur Point

Passing by

Drive around, view and learn about

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to your departure time.

Late arrivals will need to reschedule to the next available departure.

End point

Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to your departure time.

Late arrivals will need to reschedule to the next available departure.

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.