Rotorua is a haven for mountain bikers. It hosts numerous far-fetched tracks and exotic countryside. Rotorua’s lakes and ominous Mountain ranges attract connoisseurs from all over the world. Famed as thermal wonderland of New Zealand, the city is famous for proffering several hot springs, geysers, natural vents and geothermal activities. Rotorua is a hub of thrilling escapade, scrumptious cuisine, excellent accommodation and first-rate wine. Rotorua itinerary is a gate way to a striking experience amid great natural beauty and the associated adventures.
Rotorua, literally translated as “The second great lake of Kahumatamomoe” in Maori pompously sits in the heart of New Zealand’s North Island towards the southern coast of the lake of Kahumatamomoe or the Rotorua Lake in the Bay of Plenty area.
Few important nearby cities are:Rotorua enjoys a temperate type of weather. During the summers the daily maximum temperatures ranges from 20 C to 27 C. On the other hand during the winters the temperature is around 10 C to 12 C.
Warmest months - January, February and March
Coldest months - July and August
Rotorua boasts of a rich Māori culture which has strong roots on several local legends and cultural history of the region.
Also known as the ‘Second lake', Kahumatamomoe is believed to the uncle of the Maori chief Ihenga. Ihenga is the ancestral explorer of the Te Arawa which was the second major lake of the area. He dedicated it to his uncle.
Inhabitant of Whakarewarewa, an active Māori geothermal setting, even today use natural resources for cooking, washing and bathing. Te Puia is another important Maori culture centre which proffers an insight into the traditional art forms, carving and weaving experience of the region.
Rotorua city is said to have a population of about 55,900 whereas the Rotorua district has a total population of approximately 68,600
Rotorua - Nearby Airports: Tauranga, Whakatane, Taupo, Hamilton, Napier Hawkes Bay
Rotorua is a 3-hour drive south from Auckland. You can take on any one of the following three routes to the City.
Intercity Coach and Naked Bus run around the city which provides bus services which drives the tourists to the tourist information centre on Fenton Street.
| To know more about Tourist Attractions in Rotorua please |  |
