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Lake Rotoiti Guided Hot Pools Kayak Trip: Discover Manupirua Springs
5.0
23 Ratings
Rotorua
Join us for a guided Kayak trip to the spectacular Manupirua Springs Hot Pools on Lake Rotoiti.
This amazing spot is situated right on the lake edge and only accessible by boat.
Join us for a guided Kayak trip to the spectacular Manupirua Springs Hot Pools on Lake Rotoiti.
This amazing spot is situated right on the lake edge and only accessible by boat.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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50 Otaramarae Road - Experience a guided kayak adventure to the breathtaking Manupirua Springs Hot Pools on Lake Rotoiti. Upon arrival at our base, participants will be equipped with paddling gear before taking a short drive to the lake.
After a paddling and safety briefing, the group will paddle across the picturesque Lake Rotoiti to this…
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50 Otaramarae Road - Experience a guided kayak adventure to the breathtaking Manupirua Springs Hot Pools on Lake Rotoiti. Upon arrival at our base, participants will be equipped with paddling gear before taking a short drive to the lake.
After a paddling and safety briefing, the group will paddle across the picturesque Lake Rotoiti to this incredible location, accessible only by boat. Nestled right on the lake’s edge, there are various hot pools with different temperatures, all naturally fed by a hot spring.
The paddling journey typically takes about 1 hour each way, allowing time to unwind and enjoy the hot pools or swim in the lake before a relaxed return paddle. During the excursion, the guide will share some of the area’s history and local Maori legends. There is also an option to visit a cave where a few glow worms might be spotted.
What's Included
- Full training
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Department of Conservation concession fees
- Professional guide
- All specialist equipment
- Use of Kayak rental
- Full training
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Department of Conservation concession fees
- Professional guide
- All specialist equipment
- Use of Kayak rental
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Towels can be hired for NZ$2.00 per person
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Towels can be hired for NZ$2.00 per person
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please bring swimwear, shorts and a towel
- Maximum of 20 people
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please bring swimwear, shorts and a towel
- Maximum of 20 people
Location
River Rats Raft & Kayak
Te Ngae Road
Rotorua Airport Hangar 14s,
Take the driveway on the left as you come into the airport and follow it until you see our signs.
There is free parking out the front of our base.
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
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(23 Ratings)
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Qian_z
Sep 29, 2025
Amazing experience - Highly recommend this tour. Fantastic activities with all fun along the paddle to reach to the beautiful geothermal pools and an extra to visit the cave of the glow worm. Our tour guider Justin who helps and demonstrates us about all kayak gears we needed and skill of the paddle. and he is a story teller. We learned lot of the local history and love story.
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Adi_clare_sk
Mar 27, 2025
Highlight of our NZ trip! - Justin (or 'Teacher Justin' as my 2 year old would say) was absolutely amazing. We were a bit nervous about doing this with such a young one, but it couldn't have gone smoother. Justin paddled our toddler in the front of his double kayak and my wife and I took a single each. The paddle was beautiful and not overly strenuous. The hot tubs were magnificent. Very few people were there and the soak was magical. Our toddler had an ice cream and played in a 'hot sandpit' (natural hot springs flowing into the sand below). We are so glad we did it. Truly our favorite excursion of our two-week holiday in NZ. Couldn't recommend it more!
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Mynettem2020
Dec 22, 2024
Great host! Worms spectacular. History bonus - Wow! Justin deserves kudos for making the trip fun, safe, and educational. Great swim spot, hot pools, and great. The worms showed up fully! He is a storyteller and apparently a history buff. Highly recommended!
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Daniel_f
Dec 19, 2024
Flexible, fun staff and amazing experience, thank you Lenny and Dave - Yesterday, my wife and I had to adjust our plans due to weather and instead of kayaking we went on the rafting tour w the same company. Justin was very patient throughout the process of helping us get the plans adjusted. Overall, the staff did a great job and were extremely engaging the whole trip. The rapids and waterfalls were intense, but both Lenny and Dave made us both feel at ease throughout, even though we capsized over the big falls 😂.
My wife has been whitewater rafting over a dozen times and this one was BY FAR her favorite experience.
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Pamelapd5442ux
Nov 6, 2024
Great day on and in the water - Great day on and in the water-Justin our guide set a comfortable pace.
Just enough paddling for a nice workout. High recommend this trip.
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G7214ujalexs
Mar 22, 2024
Magical ! - Amazing way to spend an afternoon and evening. Nice kayak trip across the lake, followed by a good soak in the hot pools - what a hidden little treasure! Followed by a tasty barbecue dinner - by chef Justin. Our guide, Justin, had lots of stories and historical facts about the area, so it wasn't all about exercise - thank you, Justin.
The return trip across the lake was magical: the sunset light, the glow-worms cave, the paddling under the moon and stars. An excursion to remember - we'll return for more of the same!
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364cherylb
Nov 6, 2023
Stunning scenery, great guide, - Justin the owner was up beat and welcoming. The equipment excellent and i structions clear. We set off at a good pace and went over to the hot springs that can only be reaches by boat or kayack and mid week we were the only people there. The bird life and scenery was spectacular and Justin told stories of Mauri battles and culture in a very entertainment fashion. I would highly recommend for an excellent 1/2 day trip!
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Kshero
Mar 5, 2023
Well equipped and Friendly Concern - We weren’t sure of the weather and so brought layers etc. We were pleasantly surprised by the fact they really mean it when they say “ just bring a swimsuit and a towel.” They were well equipped for every weather contingency to make us warm, dry and comfortable. Bravo
The kayaking was doable even for 60 something’s. The hot springs marvelous and we even made a short detour to a cave where we all actually saw some glow worms. Extra treat for us. Thank you J! Who also was very knowledgeable and amused us with Māori legends and local tales.
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Xiao
Dec 21, 2022
Best Kayak tour in Rotorua - Best kayak hot pool experience! Knowledgeable, awesome views, relaxing spa pools. Homemade BBQ. Perfect!
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L384erelizabethf
Nov 7, 2023
Great guide, lovely scenery but half hot pools closed which we were not advised of at any time. - Great friendly and informative guide, beautiful scenery, and good weather for kayaking. Hot pool venue is great with a little snack shop. On weekdays not busy usually so place was mostly to ourselves! Great views from the hot pools and lovely beach.
Marked down as 50% of hot pools not available as being cleaned, which we were not advised of at all (booking or on the day). However overall great experience! Would recommend.
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