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Rotorua & Taupo Highlights: Small Group Tour from Auckland
4.7
15 Ratings
Auckland
Discover Auckland’s top spots and SEA LIFE Aquarium on a private half-day tour. Perfect for individuals, couples, families, and small groups.
Discover Auckland’s top spots and SEA LIFE Aquarium on a private half-day tour. Perfect for individuals, couples, families, and small groups.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Auckland - I will pick you up and head to the Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland.
- Waiotapu Boardwalk/ Mud Pool - We will explore the Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland and the Lady Knox Geyser.
- Huka Falls - At Huka Falls, you can witness the natural hydro power phenomenon with over 220,000 liters of water per second barreling over an 11-meter high…
- Auckland - I will pick you up and head to the Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland.
- Waiotapu Boardwalk/ Mud Pool - We will explore the Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland and the Lady Knox Geyser.
- Huka Falls - At Huka Falls, you can witness the natural hydro power phenomenon with over 220,000 liters of water per second barreling over an 11-meter high waterfall.
- Taupo - We will have lunch in Taupo City and explore the lake and town.
- Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest - The history and culture of the Whakarewarewa Forest, along with its variety of outdoor recreational opportunities, diverse range of exotic tree species, mix of native undergrowth, panoramic views, and proximity to lakes, thermal areas, and the city center, have made The Redwoods & Whakarewarewa Forest one of Rotorua’s most spectacular natural assets and one of the city’s greatest treasures.
- Rotorua - We will explore Rotorua Town, the lake, and the Government Garden.
- Auckland - Return to Auckland. We can drop you off anywhere in Auckland.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Waiotapu Thermal Park entry ticket
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Inner city Auckland hotel pick up and drop off
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Waiotapu Thermal Park entry ticket
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Inner city Auckland hotel pick up and drop off
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
This is a Small Group Tour departing from Auckland.
Explore the highlights of Rotorua & Taupo with us!
Visit some of the North Island’s most iconic spots, including Waiotapu Thermal Park, Huka Falls, Lake Taupo, Redwood Forest, and Lake Rotorua.
This tour promises to create unforgettable and cherished memories in New Zealand. Discover the beauty of…
This is a Small Group Tour departing from Auckland.
Explore the highlights of Rotorua & Taupo with us!
Visit some of the North Island’s most iconic spots, including Waiotapu Thermal Park, Huka Falls, Lake Taupo, Redwood Forest, and Lake Rotorua.
This tour promises to create unforgettable and cherished memories in New Zealand. Discover the beauty of Rotorua & Taupo with your personal guide!
We can adjust the schedule to suit your needs. Please contact us for more information.
A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour.
Location
Auckland
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(15 Ratings)
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Mehetia_p
Jan 5, 2026
Excellent! - We had a wonderful experience with Kenneth as our guide. He shared a lot of information, kept us on time and completed everything with flexibility for personal stop requests along the way. It was the best tour I’ve ever experienced. Highly recommend.
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Nagadeepakc
Dec 28, 2025
Outstanding Tour - Owen Made It Exceptional - Owen is the man!! He didn’t just guide this tour - he elevavted it! This is a long day, but thanks to him, it honestly felt like it flew by. From the moment we started, he was warm, welcoming, and endlessly kind, making us feel comfortable and excited for the journey ahead. He’s a funny guy and he kept us energized throughout the day, and his explanations were clear, thoughtful, and never rushed.
What truly set Owen apart is his passion. You can tell he loves what he does and he made us fall in love with New Zealand!! He taught us a lot about New Zealand culture and history, and he did an excellent job explaining the science behind the geothermal sites in a way that was easy to understand and fascinating. You could tell he really knows his stuff and enjoys sharing it.
Do this tour; if you’re lucky enough to get Owen as your guide, you’re in the hands of someone exceptional. This was easily a 5/5 experience, and Owen is a huge reason why.
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Paula_r
Oct 29, 2025
Awesome, Happy and Stress Free Tour! - This private tour service is perfect for solo travellers or couples or small families with bigger kids who can handle a lot of walking for the day. The tour is comprehensive and covers the important scenic sites in Roturua and Taupo, plus some add ons or flexibility to the schedule can be negotiated depending on what else you want to see or try, as long as the weather cooperates or time permits. Kenneth as a guide was very patient, very precise in estimating time and very helpful in pointing out beautiful spots to take pictures. The tour owner Mr. Han is very responsive to queries and ensures customers are happy and stress free.
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Janet_m
Oct 21, 2025
Rotorua, Huka Falls &... - Rotorua, Huka Falls & Taupo well worth visiting. A huge thank you to Owen, our guide for a super day out. Very courteous & took wonderful care of my son & myself. 10 stars.👍😁
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Tatiana_b
Apr 28, 2025
Definitely worth it! Highly recommend! - There’s nothing like a private tour! Kenneth took my husband and I around. We avoided the crowds and he made sure to point out all the most important places to see, giving us history and background information. We learned so much! Felt like we were the only ones. It was so great to be able to see as much as we could in just one day. Kenneth was professional, knowledgeable, and personable. It was definitely one of our favorite tours of our three week vacation!
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Randy_f
Mar 16, 2025
Early start needed to make it an incredible day. - Plan for a great tour. Many great stops packed into one day. Kenneth was a marvelous private tour guide. Great driver and conversation. He was very much into making sure we had what we needed and wanted. The schedule allowed for a couple leisurely walks but was important to stay on schedule to see everything and miss the majority of the crowds when possible.
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Ian_b
Feb 26, 2025
Rotorua, Huka Falls, Lake Taupo and Blue Springs - Han turned up perfectly on time with a
very warm welcome. It was just the two of us on the tour. Han was accommating in how long we spent at attractions and explained the best places to take photos.
We thoroughly enjoyed the trip and were very well looked after. It is a long day,but well worth it.
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Timea_f
Feb 18, 2025
Wonderful day - Han is a really good guide. Everything was well organised. Each minute was full of wonderful things we could see.
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Lilliana_t
Mar 7, 2025
13 hr trip to some i…A VERY LONG trip for a 13 hour tour… MUCH sitting in a smallish vehicle to see 4 areas of interest - A VERY VERY LONG drive to see 4 areas of interest that were moderately interesting to us…
Car was smallish for all of the drive time
Guide seemed not very familiar with NZ politics geography or cultural idiosyncrasies Not much explanatory communication from guide
TOO long of a commute for moderately interesting sites in a cramped vehicle …
Mike was sweet and accommodating but did not learn much about sites visited except from placards at sites
It felt like this was a very new job for him and that he needs more local orientation in order to be a guide and not be just a driver… my opinion
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Tianyang_f
Jan 17, 2026
Owen is great, I just... - Owen is great, I just think it’s not worth it. The whole trip is just wrapping up together and sitting in the car. Not many sites are worth visiting, only the thermal wonderland needs ticket, the rest is just free to visit, the driver is very enthusiastic, it’s just the package is not worth 1500 dollars for two people.
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