• travel_explore
    Rotorua & Taupo Explore New Zealand, Australia & Fiji!
    tune
  • image_search
    Search Rotorua & Taupo... Experiences, attractions, dining & more

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - Entry & Return Hotel Transfers

4.8
112
Deals from $125.00 Save $85.00 Check dates nowsystem_update_alt
Experience New Zealand’s world-famous Thermal Wonderland with this convenient and hassle-free package!

Experience New Zealand’s world-famous Thermal Wonderland with this convenient and hassle-free package!

Highlights

  • Return Transport & Wai-O-Tapu Entry (Pick up from your Rotorua Central Accommodation)
  • Explore Wai O Tapu - NZ's most colourful and diverse geothermal sightseeing attraction
  • See the Lady Knox Geyser eruption to heights of 10 to 20 metres in a natural amphitheatre at 10.15am every day (morning option only)
  • Visit the largest mud pool in New Zealand, originally the site of a large mud volcano which was destroyed through erosion in the 1920’s.

Wai-O-Tapu is home to New Zealand’s most spectacular showcase of geothermal activity!

New Zealand’s most diverse and extensive collection of geothermal attractions, Wai-O-tapu boasts a range of breathtaking 'must see' natural wonders and is the ultimate way to experience the breathtaking beauty of Rotorua's unique and fascinating geothermal system.

Wai-O-Tapu is perfect for the whole family and is suitable for all levels of ability, offering a range of differing walking tracks each showcasing stunning geothermal sights.

Departing your central Rotorua accommodation 8.00am or 1pm, your friendly local driver will take you to Wai-O-Tapu where you will have 4 hours to explore as you please before meeting your driver back at 12.30pm (Morning option) & 5.30pm (Afternoon option)

If you select the morning option, be sure to be at the Lady Knox Geyser at 10.15am to witness her breathtaking daily eruption! - You’ll definitely want to have your camera at the ready for this! Please note that the Lady Knox Geyser only erupts in the morning and will not be avaliable to view if you book for the afternoon option.

A remarkable experience that will be loved by the whole family and remembered for a lifetime!


***IMPORTANT TRANSPORT INFO - PLEASE NOTE***

Pickup and drop off from Rotorua CBD (5 km radius of I Site).

Contact AHT Driver for pickups outside this area. Contact number provided in your booking confirmation

  • First Option by arrangement with driver and at a minimum cost of $20pp (Return) - Cash.
  • Second option pickup from outside Government Gardens Museum where parking for their vehicles is free.
Adult $210.00
Child $99.00 (0-12 years)

Location

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Please Note: Tickets are non transferable and non refundable. Bookings Confirmed with minimum 2 passengers, smaller bookings wait-listed to confirm.

    Departing 8am or 1pm from Rotorua to Arrive at Wai-O-Tapu - Allow 4 hours to explore the park with 12:30 / 5.30pm return time.

  • **Child price applicable for ages 0-12 years**.

Available Bookings from 10 Nov to 23 Nov 2024

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

Change Dates
Sun 10 Nov
Mon 11 Nov
Tue 12 Nov
Wed 13 Nov
Thu 14 Nov
Fri 15 Nov
Sat 16 Nov
Sun 17 Nov
Mon 18 Nov
Tue 19 Nov
Wed 20 Nov
Thu 21 Nov
Fri 22 Nov
Sat 23 Nov

Bookings close in 9 hours...

  • Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$125.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$125.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$125.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$125.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$125.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$125.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$125.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

  • Adult$140.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$89.00

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

4.8

112 reviews

Showing all 112 authenticated Bookme reviews

miriamk from Germany wrote on 10 February 2020

Tolle Erfahrung & Rarität!

Genial was die Natur erschaffen hat/kann! Der Guide hat uns einiges erklärt über die Natur auf dem Weg zum „Park“. Das waren Insider Infos, die ich super fand! Auf jeden Fall empfehlenswert. Man kommt schneller überall hin, weil der Guide einem alle „Tricks“ verrät und man ist vor der Masse überall!

verifiedVerified purchase Share Link

From Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - Entry & Return Hotel Transfers

Thanks Miriam, Glad you enjoyed your recent tour with Arden Hybrid Tours. Thanks for your kind review and have a safe trip home. Geoff

katharinak8 from Germany wrote on 17 February 2023

Fantastische Tour!

Sehr schöne und professionelle Tour mit naturkundigem Guide, der uns viel über Neuseeland erzählen konnte! Danke Geoff!! Alles hat pünktlich und zeitgenau gepasst!

verifiedVerified purchase Share Link

From Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - Entry & Return Hotel Transfers

Thank you for your kind comments. Safe Travels. Geoff

Anja Scheiel from Germany wrote on 04 October 2018

Super Tour!

Geoff hat uns auf der Hinfahrt viel über die Umgebung erzählt. Zuerst haben wir am Mud Pool angehalten, anschließend sind wir zu Wai-O-Tapu gefahren und konnten uns dort eine Stunde umschauen. Er hat uns dann zu Lady Knox gefahren und im Anschluss wieder zurück zu Wai-O-Tapu. Die Zeit zum Erkunden war vollkommen ausreichend, Geoff ist sehr freundlich und die Tour kann ich jedem empfehlen!

verifiedVerified purchase Share Link

From Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - Entry & Return Hotel Transfers

Hallo Frauline. Vielen Dank für Ihre freundlichen Worte. Gerne behilflich sein. Haben Sie einen sicheren Urlaub

Jonathan Kufeld from Germany wrote on 28 January 2024

Feedback for the transfer

Schönen guten Tag, der Transfer war sehr unkompliziert und angenehm. Der Fahrer war sehr erfahren und man merkte an seiner Freundlichkeit sofort, dass er seinen Job genießt. Sein Fachwissen über die Gegend war ausgeprägt und man profitierte durch seine weitgefächterte Kenntnisse in vielerlei Hinsicht. Zudem war der Fahrer per Telefon jederzeit erreichbar, so konnte in meinem Fall sogar die Abholzeiten spontan individuell auf mich abgestimmt werden. Sehr angenehm, danke. Zu den Wai-O-Taupo Termal Wonderland brauche ich garnicht viel zu sagen ... es war eine unfassbare Erfahrung diese Seite der Natur in live sehen zu können. Grüße und euch viel Spaß bei der Tour, es lohnt sehr aus meiner Sicht :)

verifiedVerified purchase Share Link

From Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - Entry & Return Hotel Transfers

Thank you for your kind comments. I am glad you enjoyed your time on the Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland Tour. Safe travels Silvia.

catherineh33 from United Kingdom wrote on 29 November 2023

Fantastic!

Great morning, our tour guide/driver was very informative and gave us lots of extra information about New Zealand on the drive. We visited the mud baths, thermal pools and a geyser, all in all a fab tour!

verifiedVerified purchase Share Link

From Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - Entry & Return Hotel Transfers

Thanks for your kind words. Have a safe Holiday in NZ. Geoff

close

Qualmark Certification

This award identifies a business with a high level of professionalism, a keen awareness of the impact it has on the environment and a commitment to a customer centric approach.

This award is evidence of a sophisticated tourism business that consistently exceeds visitor expectations. Their proactive leadership and management ensure the business's focus on continuously improving their economic, social and environmental performance to create genuine, constantly evolving and sustainable tourism experiences.

This award recognises the best sustainable tourism businesses in New Zealand. It denotes exceptional customer experiences at the heart of everything the company does. This business is leading the way in making the New Zealand tourism industry a world class sustainable visitor destination.

When you see the Qualmark logo, your activity of choice is endorsed by New Zealand Tourism's official quality assurance organisation and backed by leaders in the industry. It's your trusted guide to iconic activities and experiences that are awarded for their exceptionally high level of quality, safety and sustainability.

Sample menu

close
delete

Delete your content?

This item will be deleted immediately. You can't undo this action.