Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, Rotorua, New Zealand

4.4 (553 reviews) 1–2 hours Free cancellation

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553 reviews

4.4

Marvel at the world famous Champagne Pool — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Enjoy easy walks through amazing geothermal attractions — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Thousands of Years in the Making a Wonderland of Stunning Geothermal Activity. The technical description for this remarkable place is that it’s part of an 18-sq. km active geothermal park at the northern perimeter of the Reporoa Caldera (a collapsed volcanic crater) formed 230,000 years ago within the Taupo Volcanic Zone. The ‘wow’ factor is much in evidence at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, the place we love to share with visitors from all corners of the globe. Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland ‘one of the most surreal places on earth’ so naturally it’s high on the list of Rotorua’s must-see attractions. A place to marvel at nature’s artistic splendour, Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland is also committed to providing a safe visitor experience.

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At a glance

Duration: 1–2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 999 people
People per booking: 1–9
Written guide: English
Operated by: Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Translations

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Admission included

Visitors come to Wai-O-Tapu to marvel at the hot pools, volcanic craters and steaming fissures of this otherworldly area.

Explore the natural geothermal environment on your own. Walk along well-marked paths that take you to brilliantly colored steaming pools that bubble and hiss with thermal activity. Hear a presentation given daily at 10:15am when the Lady Knox Geyser erupts. Admire the native bush along your walk.

Our comprehensive guide map provided with your ticket contains a great deal of useful information about the features within the park. There are currently translations available in German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Russian and Czech.

Expect to spend between 45-90 minutes at Wai-O Tapu with plenty of time to take great photos of the spectacular scenery.

If you want to rest or grab a bite to eat, there's a cafe, souvenir shop, picnic area and lookout point near the visitor center.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland 201 Waiotapu Loop Road, Rd 3, 3073, Rotorua, New Zealand See on map

End point

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland 201 Waiotapu Loop Road, Rd 3, 3073, Rotorua, New Zealand See on map

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

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland is a cashless site. All major credit cards and EFTPOS are available.
Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland is Smoke-Free within the visitor center and geothermal park