• Mount Maunganui - Embark on an unforgettable full-day adventure through Rotorua’s stunning volcanic history and breathtaking geothermal landscapes, one of New Zealand’s most remarkable natural settings.

Starting from the Tauranga Port Gates, the tour features a picturesque drive past Mount Maunganui, with a stop at the stunning Mount Main Beach, renowned for its pristine white sands, surf coastline, and views of the iconic Mauao.

Leaving Tauranga, the journey heads inland across the Kaituna River, traveling south through Rotorua to the awe-inspiring Waimangu Volcanic Valley — the world’s youngest geothermal valley, formed by the massive eruption of Mount Tarawera in 1886.

• Waimangu Volcanic Valley - The adventure begins with a guided one-hour walk descending through the valley, surrounded by steaming landscapes, native bush, volcanic craters, and extraordinary geothermal features. Along the way, explore the famous Frying Pan Lake, the world’s largest hot spring, the vividly colored Inferno Crater, and numerous steaming vents, terraces, and geothermal formations sculpted by the eruption’s power.

At the valley’s lower end, a brief shuttle ride takes visitors to the shores of the stunning Lake Rotomahana for a relaxing 45-minute boat cruise. During the cruise, hear the dramatic tale of the Mount Tarawera eruption and the destruction of the legendary Pink and White Terraces, once hailed as the Eighth Wonder of the Natural World. As the lake’s edge is explored, witness steaming cliffs, geothermal springs, geysers, and water spouts emerging directly from the shoreline — a powerful reminder of the volcanic forces still active beneath the region today.

• Rotorua District - Departing Waimangu, the journey continues south to visit the renowned Wai-O-Tapu mud pools, where bubbling and splattering geothermal mud creates one of Rotorua’s most captivating natural spectacles.

The return trip includes a stop at the magnificent Redwoods Forest, celebrated for its towering Californian redwood trees and tranquil atmosphere, before proceeding through the fertile Bay of Plenty countryside to a kiwifruit orchard in Paengaroa. Here, guests can learn about New Zealand’s world-famous kiwifruit industry and the region’s rich horticultural heritage.

Returning to Tauranga Harbour, the Waimangu Volcanic Valley & Lake Rotomahana Tour blends geothermal wonders, volcanic history, native landscapes, and unforgettable scenery into one extraordinary Bay of Plenty adventure.

• Tauranga port pickup and drop-off
• Modern, air-conditioned vehicle
• 1.7km (1 Mile) guided walk through the valley
• 45-minute boat ride on Lake Rotomahana
• Entry into Waimangu Volcanic Valley
• Expert local driver/guide with live commentary

• Lunch
• Gratuities
• Swimming in the lake

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