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Set smack in the middle of North Island, above the Pacific
Ring of Fire, Rotorua has attracted tourists since ages for
its natural beauty, distinct Maori - Tudor architecture, Maori
settlements, geothermal and volcanic regions, forests and
crater lakes. Rotorua will initially leave you speechless
till you wake up to the adventure sports and leisure facilities
offered in the most beautiful city in New Zealand.
Tourist Attractions in Rotorua
Rotorua is steeped in Maori culture and the valleys, forests,
lakes and rivers created by centuries of volcanic activity
are wrapped in Maori legends. On your tour to Rotorua, with
Tours to New Zealand packages, explore the regions rich cultural
and natural resources with your family and friends and get
a feel of the power of earth forces that slowly but steadily
are changing the face of the earth.
Visit Waimangu Volcanic Valley, Mount Tarawera (last exploded
in 1886), Lady Knox Geyser at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland,
Pohutu Geyser at Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve (see the 30
m high water shoots), hot waterfall and on-site spa (Maori
massage) at Hell's Gate Thermal Park, Polynesian Spa (mineral
pools and skin treatments), the only active marine volcano
is New Zealand at White Island, and hot spa at the Blue Baths
for a rejuvenating bath.
For a Maori cultural experience, tour Tamaki Maori Village,
New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, Rotorua Museum
of Art and History, excavated sites at Te Wairoa, and attend
a Maori concert followed by a Hangi dinner at the Mokoia Island,
Rotorua.
Other Tourist Attractions in Rotorua
Besides the major city attractions you can also visit the
surf beaches, farms, gardens, spas and thermal pools, thermal
and Leisure Park, volcanoes, ski fields, national park, and
Mamaku Blue winery (a major vineyard in New Zealand) to get
a taste of New Zealand's diversity capsulated in each of its
destinations.
Activities in Tourist attractions in Rotorua
Rotorua is a haven for water sports enthusiasts. The 11 major
lakes including the spectacular Lake Rotorua are ideal for
cruises, kayaking, skiing, sailing, Hamilton jet boat rides,
paddleboat rides, trout fishing and angling. The crashing
rapids and waterfalls over the wild rivers are popular for
white-water rafting, and paragliding.
The other popular activities that you can indulge in on your
tour to Rotorua, arranged by Tours to New Zealand, include
natural spas, Maori massages and mudpacks, tour to Mount Tarawera's
summit, bike rides through the giant Californian redwoods
in Whakarewarewa Forest, and walks on the 26 km Rotorua Walkway,
Blue Lake, Lake Okareka Boardwalk, Okataina Walkway, Tarawera
Falls or Sulphur Point.
How to Reach Rotorua
Rotorua Domestic Airport connects it with Auckland, Christchurch
and Queenstown. You can also reach Rotorua in a more scenic
way i.e. a 3-hour drive from Auckland International Airport.
Theme Highways
Besides guided tours, you can also tour Rotorua by road on
the theme highways.
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