Rotorua

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Travel and vacation in Rotorua, New Zealand

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What to see and do in Rotorua ?

Located on the shores of Lake Rotorua, on New Zealand’s north island, this city has got plenty of activities, attractions and facilities. Rotorua holidays can be filled with beautiful scenery and exploring the stunning natural beauty of the area, while taking advantage of the facilities and activities on offer in the city. It’s a once in a lifetime holiday destination, with activities you can’t try anywhere else. Relax in thermal pools, try your hand at fishing, explore kilometres of tracks on a mountain bike or cover yourself in mineral-rich mud. Due to the thermal pools, mud baths and mineral baths you can also expect an amazing natural spa experience on your Rotorua holidays.

Head to one of the many geothermal spa hotels if you’re looking for luxury and relaxation on your Rotorua holidays. There is a wide array of five star hotels and cosy guesthouses that are so homely you won’t ever want to leave. Find secluded lodges with idyllic views of Rotorua Lake or award winning eco-lodges set up in the ancient forest. For a romantic, secluded holidays there are beautiful resorts located a short drive away from Rotorua along the glass lake shores of Lake Rotoiti.

Head to the Mitai Maori Village for an insight into Maori culture at one of their cultural events. Take the kids on a trip to the Paradise Valley Springs Wildlife Park – they’ll be amazed by the park’s pride of lions. Or, take a trip to the Buried Village, which is the site of New Zealand’s greatest natural disaster. And if all that sounds a bit active for you, you could always just relax, unwind and take a moment at the Polynesian Spa in Rotorua.

Make your Rotorua holidays all about immersing yourself in New Zealand’s culture and scenery. There are lots of things to do in Rotorua, with attractions, activities and sights that will keep the whole family entertained, whatever their age.

Choose from a trip to one of the 14 lakes in the area around Rotorua. Take a boat trip on Lake Rotorua itself to Mokoia Island in the centre of the lake and take in the gorgeous aesthetics of the area. Or book yourself a helicopter ride and see this beautiful area from a completely different angle. To admire the views from a different perspective, do a skydive over Rotorua’s beautiful lake for an unforgettable experience.

Walk up to Motutara, also known as Sulphur Bay, on your Rotorua holiday. Here you can admire the views, burn off a few extras calories from those delicious New Zealand dishes while passing sulphur vents and natural geothermal hot springs. Just make sure you pay attention to the signs and actually stay on the path for this one!

Walmangu Volcanic Valley is a must-see if you want to see what this geothermal landscape is like. Created by the eruption of Mount Tarawera in 1886 the valley is a great place to explore. Take a guided tour through the iconic sites of the valley, go at your own pace and just take it all in or if you’re feeling particularly active try one of the challenging advanced hikes. It’s an unforgettable experience so make the most of this once in a lifetime opportunity.

For those with families, try something different with a trip to the Agrodome Sheep Show and Farm Tour. Here you’ll be able to feed lambs from bottles, try your hand at some sheep farming activities and even visit the Woollen Mill. The Sheep Show introduces you to 19 breeds of sheep, if you can believe there are that many, and allows you a glimpse into the role of the herding dog.