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In Ascension, each player starts off with their own deck, containing the exact same 10 cards. Each round of the game sees you drawing a hand of 5 cards from your deck and using them to buy or 'defeat' other cards from an ever changing selection in the middle of the play area. Defeating a monster gives you honour, buying a card means you get to add it to your deck, to use on a later turn. Each card in your hand gives you 'currency' in one form or another, or allows you to perform an action such as drawing extra cards. As the game progresses you build up your deck from the same pool of cards as the other players, so nobody is at a disadvantage. Your only obstacles are luck and other players trying to prevent you getting the cards you need.
Honour: the overall goal of the game is to obtain more honour than your fellow players. You can get honour from buying cards and defeating monsters.
Runes: the currency used to acquire other cards. You can spend runes in order buy cards from the center of the table.
Power: used to defeat monsters. All monsters have a power value; if you play cards from your hand worth an equal amount of power, you can defeat that monster and earn honour.
Those are the basics of the game: draw a hand from your deck, perform actions and spend runes or power to get more cards, earn honour and perhaps hinder other players. Keep going until all of the available honour has been expended, and then count up to see who got the most. There's lots of room for strategy: do you go power-heavy and work on attacking monsters to gain power? Do you just try and buy as many high value cards as you can? Do you go for actions that let you draw more cards and work through your deck faster? The game feels deep but is easy to pick up and play.
Ascension on iOS is universal, so it runs on both iPad and iPhone. I feel that it's a much more enjoyable experience on the iPad, as the larger screen really gives you more room to play with (quite literally).
The app is really well made. It's extremely responsive, with smooth animations, fun sound effects, and all the card artwork from the original game. There's a great tutorial to get you up to speed and a complete rulebook if you want to check up on the rules.
Singleplayer works really well, with a couple of AI difficulty levels to choose from, but multiplayer is where Ascension really shines. You can play against up to 3 opponents, either randomly selected or chosen from your Game Center friends. The game very cleverly and seamlessly switches between asynchronous turn-based play (where you're notified when it's your go and you can take as long as you like), to real time updates if two players are both online. There's a small status indicator next to each player's name which tells you if they're offline, idle, or actively participating in your game. If they're online at the same time as you, you can see each card move around the screen as soon as they play it. If they're offline, the game will notify them when you're finished taking your turn. It's very well done. In fact, it's one of the best multiplayer experiences I've seen on iOS.
All in all, Ascension is a really enjoyable card game. For £2.99, you get a universal app which contains all the cards from the main Ascension game. For an extra £1.99 in-app purchase you can also get the first expansion pack; Return of the Fallen. The iOS version is well worth the asking price, and if you have any interest in board games (or would just like a fun multiplayer game you can sink your teeth into) I'd highly recommend you check it out.


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Following the detection of the invasive algae, didymo, in New Zealand's South Island, the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry's biosecurity communications team developed a social marketing campaign aimed at preventing its spread.
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Top city between New Plymouth and Rotorua
Best stops along New Plymouth to Rotorua drive
31 Best Stops Between New Plymouth and Rotorua
How long is the drive from New Plymouth to Rotorua?
The direct drive from New Plymouth to Rotorua is 185 mi (297 km), and should have a drive time of 4 hrs 6 mins in normal traffic.
If you're going on a road trip from New Plymouth to Rotorua, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Taupo and top places to visit like Glockenspiel Public Toilet and Three Sisters and the Elephant Rock, or the ever-popular Te Rewa Rewa Bridge.
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I will never travel to New Plymouth without this app again
The top city between New Plymouth and Rotorua is Taupo. It's 4 hours from New Plymouth and 1 hour from Rotorua.
Taupo District
The Taupo District is a district in New Zealand. It covers 6,350 km² of land, as well as a further 610 km² of lake area, both in Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest lake, and also in the smaller Lake Rotoaira.
27 minutes off the main route, 78% of way to Rotorua
The top stops along the way from New Plymouth to Rotorua (with short detours) are Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours, Huka Falls tracks, and Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ. Other popular stops include Waitomo Glowworm Caves, The Gathering Place (Tamaki Maori Village), and The Legendary Black Water Rafting Co, Waitomo.
Te Rewa Rewa Bridge
Well-known, architecturally unique pedestrian & cycling bridge with views of Mount Taranaki.
Opened on the 5th of June in 2010, New Plymouth's Te Rewa Rewa cycle bridge is an impressive structure, which binds engineering and architecture seamlessly. The iconic bridge, spanning across the Waiwhakaiho River, represents the sacred relationships between the land, sea and wind with the local Ngati Tawhirikura tribe. Te Rewa Rewa is also part of the award-winning New Plymouth Coastal Walkway, which provides visitors with an off-road route for cycling, running, skateboarding and rollerblading.
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At the mouth of the Waiwhakaiho River you can find yet another of the area's iconic landmarks and utterly unique artworks: the Te Rewa Rewa Bridge. Thanks to its spectacular setting, shape and sightlines, the sparkling white structure attracts visitors to walk, run or cycle along the Coastal Walkway. Since opening in 2010, the bridge has won numerous awards for both its innovative architecture and impressive engineering that sees it stretch 70 metres over the river.
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Along the Tasman Sea Coast the Waiwhakaiho River flows right past Lake Rotomanu, and makes for an excellent place to explore. There is a beautiful walkway around Lake Rotomanu, where you can enjoy the views, go for a dip, bird watch, and get some exercise!. Also along the Lake Rotomanu walkway is the Te Rewa Rewa bridge.
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Te Rewa Rewa Bridge is a pedestrian and cycleway bridge across the Waiwhakaiho River at New Plymouth in New Zealand. Its spectacular shape and setting make it a popular landmark
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This artsy bridge is inspired by the breaking waves along the coastline around New Plymouth. Some people apparently also see a whale skeleton. Each to their own, right.
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Stunning piece of architecture. Standing on the northern side of the bridge looking back towards the mountain it looks as if the bridge is a wave and it is breaking over the mountain. Great photo opportunity whilst walking along the coastal walkway. Very popular spot on a summers day
Fraser Bourne — Google review
Lovely place to spend a day or three nights if you have a motorhome. Great lake side walks with the dogs. Highly recommended 👌
Bay Boy — Google review
This bridge is aligned to frame Mt Taranaki with it's ribs yielding to the wind to honour the deseased. It is a beautiful structure of cultural significance with the promise of eternity etched into it's thought provoking design.
Diana Waines — Google review
Fitzroy, New Plymouth 4312, New Zealand
https://www.newzealand.com/my/article/te-rewa-rewa-bridge/
Glockenspiel Public Toilet
Public bathroom
Situated behind the Glockenspiel. There are six of them and kept quite clean. An ideal spot to take a break since parking and eating places are within a stone's throw.
Mahendra Mamnani — Google review
Not 24hr and no soap. Only 4 of the 6 were accessible
John Kerr — Google review
Broadway, Stratford 4332, New Zealand
Three Sisters and the Elephant Rock
First time visitor. Loved it. Toilets were clean and tidy and didn't smell. Will definitely be going back. Managed to get there on a low tide and got to see the gorgeous coast line. A must visit. B
Christine Hill — Google review
We have great fun there. The kids loved playing with the water, waves and sand. The warer is very warm for swimming too. Such a good place for photos. After the walk and a swimming, we enjoyed some icecream and fish and chips at the cafe.
Trung Huu Truong — Google review
Turn off to three sisters is at bottom of the bridge then follow road to the next sign where large parking area is with toilets. Make sure you time it where the tide is out so it's easily accessible and can see up close
Leon Khan — Google review
Clifton Road, Tongapōrutu 4378, New Zealand
State Hwy 43
Hairy Feet Waitomo - Hobbit Film Location Tours
Movie & TV Tours
This was the first official Lord of the Rings Hobbit site we've been to in New Zealand in August of 2016. The following day we got married in hobbiton. And this tour what's a great start to all. Our tour guide was amazing and new quite a lot of information about the movies and the area and cool stories. We had an absolute awesome time on this tour the scenery was unbelievable just the idea of stepping on the area and being where the actress stood was amazing alone. Absolutely highly recommend this tour anyone.
Brant Parsons — Google review
The best tour guide I've ever been... Suzie is amazing person, so cheerful, happy to help, share stories from filming or even from chatting with the cast. The farm is like from another world... You are in middle of farm, surrounded by mountains and few steps in different direction and you're in middle of the fantasy forest, few steps from there and you're on the grass field... When someone says New Zealand, this place is what I imagine. It looks beautiful, it looks abandoned and still occupied. The place is peaceful and it just whispers to your soul. I wish I could stay here longer and just walk here for hours... Ohh and did I mention wild goats? It definitely is worth it, even if you're not fan of Hobbit, the scenery is just breathtaking, like Keanu would say.
EliskaMM — Google review
Suzie was so friendly and knew so much about the hobbit film. The land is still a working farm and you can tell that Suzie still wants to keep the land clean and beautiful. Groups are 5 maximum which means a very personal experience. We got to mimic the shots filmed in the same location and the farm land is just breathtaking. One of my favorite experiebces of my North Island trip
Chantelle Louise — Google review
1411 Mangaotaki Road, Piopio 3971, New Zealand
http://www.hairyfeetwaitomo.co.nz/
Marokopa Falls Walk
Te Anga 3988, New Zealand
Kawhia Hot Water Beach
Beautiful big beach, although we didnt explore to find the hot water, the swim in the waves was worth it. Extremely hot sand walking over the sand dune, so covered shoes is a must. Take your shovel if your finding the hot water :)
Jay Wilson — Google review
A view from the top of the sand dune. Trying to capture the location of the hot water. (Where all the people are digging). Note the high water mark position! Nice open space for the kids.
Errol Mallinson — Google review
Great place to go. Not crowded at all just make sure you check the tide times to make sure you get there at low tide. Bring a shovel and dig yourself a hot tub. The sea was a nice temperature so cool off , waves good for a body board and the sand perfect for skim boarding. There are toilets by the car park.
Jamie Clayden — Google review
3331 Te Puia Road, Kawhia 3889, New Zealand
http://www.hamiltonwaikato.com/destinations/waitomo-caves-and-surrounds/kawhia-hot-water-beach/
Taumarunui Canoe Hire & Jet Boat Tours
Speed Boats Tours
Epic adventure. Team that sorted us out made sure we had all the info ahead of time, gave us some good training and gear and boats were super reliable. Home for a few days lol. As for the journey itself, the whole thing was just unreal, not what you ever really get to see. Alot of it was just flat paddling as the river was pretty low apparently. Some good rapids along the way that had some stress going for a minute but my partner and I managed to make it down without coming out of the boat once 😉 Highly reccomend.
Ben Malcolm — Google review
Amazing experience with Taumarunui canoe hire. The team/staff is extremely friendly, the service is impeccable and we really appreciated their hospitality. The little muffin at the end are just delicious and nothing better than that after many days on a canoe, camping and eating dry food. Thank you so much, I definitely recommend and would come back if I were to do it again with some friend and/or family.
fanny murian — Google review
Absolutely awesome experience, thank you Taumarunui canoe hire for going above the expectations! Outstanding service, free onsite camping, free barista coffee during the morning brief, drop off and pick up was very pleasant and quick. Sorry we could not paddle fast enought and where 40 mins late battling the head wind.
Evgeny K — Google review
292 Hikumutu Road, Hikumutu 3992, New Zealand
http://www.taumarunuicanoehire.co.nz/
Forgotten World Adventures
Absolutely a must do, the guides, the knowledge, the historic district, stories of coal mining, tunnel building, timber and farming. The river and railway bring the history alive. A huge thank you to Tina, Kahil, Oce, Krystle, Ross and the team who made our day so memorable..
Pene Frost — Google review
Very well run and organised without losing the friendly and personal approach. We had a wonderful day which exceeded our expectations. Can't say enough about the knowledgeable staff (Tina and Oriwia were great.) Tasty morning and afternoon tea and a filling lunch were provided as part of the package. Suitable for young and old and everyone in between. We did the rail cart ride to Whangamomona, stayed overnight and had the Hotel's dinner, bed and breakfast package, then returned to Taumarunui on the shuttle bus. We considered it all very good value for our money.
Jilliene Beale — Google review
The amazing array of tour options means you have so many opportunities to seek some unique Kiwi travel experiences from their base in Taumaranui. Based around the Whanganui River and Forgotten World Highway it is very special to see first hand the amazing scenery and learn about the history of this area. The team, led by Kara are super efficient and friendly. Definitely add one of the Forgotten World Adventures to your list We just completed the new Rhine of the Pacific Tour. This exclusive tour, with some added luxuries, shows you along the navigable length of the awa from Whanganui to Taumaranui, following the original colonial highway of the early 1900s. A very special experience.
Bette Cosgrove — Google review
9 Hakiaha Street, Taumarunui 3920, New Zealand
http://www.forgottenworldadventures.co.nz/
Black Water Rafting
High recommend! Our tour guide Simon, was truly brilliant. Generally, afraid of heights and felt this tour was designed to make you feel comfortable. Abseiling and viewing the cave on the way down is incredible. Glow warms and rafting was amazing. Grateful!
Nikhil Ramthol — Google review
Really awesome experience. More gentle then I was expecting - contrasting to white water rafting experiences. The abseiling and rock climbing aspects were pleasant surprises, but be aware if heights aren't your thing.
Catherine Barnett — Google review
The view at the cave entrance on a good day is absolutely stunning. It's a pity the water level was a bit low on our trip, hence couldn't do much tubing. The exit was also a great adrenalin rush.
Joe D — Google review
391 Boddies Road, Te Kuiti 3981, New Zealand
https://www.blackwaterraftingwaitomo.co.nz/
Spellbound Glowworm and Cave Tour
Private & group raft tours in limestone caves that are home to thousands of glowworms.
A personalised tour where you visit a scenic back-country farm to see two wonderful caves. Marvel at thousands of glowworms, as David Attenborough has done before you, as you glide gently downstream in an inflatable raft, and enjoy easy walks through stunning limestone caves and landscapes.
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What a wonderful experience it was. I was the only one who booked the tour that day but Pete did the tour just for me. It was very interesting and informative. I loved that I could see the glowworms so up close. Had coffee after the first cave. The second cave had geological formations which were pretty cool. Had a good old chat with Pete and learnt about the caves as well as the Waitomo area. Highly recommended!
Umaya E. — Google review
Mark, our guide was fantastic. We were a last minute tour group of only 3 and you still went out of your way to make the tour so memorable. I reccomend giving the spellbound tour a whirl it is unmissable! Moana and Whanau Springfield, NZ
MoanaAnnMarie Billington — Google review
This tour is a hidden treasue for sure, this was one of the most magical experiences i have ever experienced! Hohepa was an absolute legend, his commentary & knowledge of the caves was brilliant, definitely made the trip that much more special. The 1st cave was amazing & the boat trip in the cave was out of this world !!! I couldn't fault it, it was spectacular !! The 2nd cave is under rated, not as many glow worms but the cave itself is the show here, they have built pathways & lighting to make it a nice safe trip through the cave. You even get supplied a lil afternoon tea with hot drinks & bikkis between the 2 caves which was awesome as. Big thank you to the Spellbound team, we will definitely not forget this tour in a hurry !
Kelly Matijevich — Google review
334 Boddies Rd, Te Kuiti 3977, New Zealand
http://www.glowworm.co.nz/
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Cave with a modern visitor centre and home to a population of glow worms found only in New Zealand.
#waitomo #glowworms #glowworm #cave #waitomoglowwormcaves #discover #newzealand #beautifuldestinations #world #nature #visit #discover #photooftheday #instaphoto #beautiful #photo #photograpy #instadaily #instalike #travel #adventure #seismology #tagsgorlikes #likeforlike. A post shared by Waitomo Glowworm Caves (@glowwormcaves) on Dec 5, 2015 at 3:05am PST. Deep below the hills of the North Islands, winds a labyrinth of caves that is home to a colony of magical creatures.
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The guided tour of the Glowworm Cave, which is behind the visitor centre, leads past impressive stalactites and stalagmites into a large cavern known as the Cathedral. The highlight comes at the tour's end when you board a boat and swing off onto the river. As your eyes grow accustomed to the dark you'll see a Milky Way of little lights surrounding you – these are the glowworms. Book your tour at the visitor centre.
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The Waitomo Glowworm Caves are a must-visit as they have a large population of a glowworm species, Arachnocampa Luminosa, found exclusively in New Zealand. These bioluminescent worms create a magical setting as they illuminate caves like the starry night sky. When visiting these 30-million-year-old caves, you will also learn about the caves' fascinating history and explore beautiful rock formations.
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Everyone goes to the Waitomo Caves to go tubing, abseiling and climbing with the glowworms, but there are a lot more caves that backpackers fail to discover. Ruakuri Walk has a fascinating walk past limestone outcrops, small caves, tunnels, and pretty waterfalls. Check out more hidden gems in Waitomo in 15 Free Things to Do in Waitomo.
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The unique underground limestone formations are one of New Zealand's most inspiring natural wonders. The Waitomo Caves is a must-see for travelers from overseas and Kiwis alike. The fascinating Waitomo New Zealand area offers limestone caves, other natural wonders, great walks and the famous black-water rafting.
A post shared by Waitomo Glowworm Caves (@waitomoglowwormcaves). The Waitomo Caves are synonymous with Glowworms as though one can't exist without the other. This is one of the best things to see in the Waitomo Caves.
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The Waitomo Glowworm Caves is the shortest cave tour available. It will take 45 minutes to complete. It is $51 NZD for adults and $23 for children.
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Unforgettable place. Amazing tour of cave and glowworms. Booked online but found not so busy. Fortunately toured with a samll group and a nice guide. Easy to find and plenty of parking...
Leon Lu — Google review
Wonderful experience, Guides to tell about the cave and give instructions. Good service. Restaurant available with in the permises.Boat ride was exciting with pitch black surrounding😬 and glow worms😍. Shops inside with collections. But too costly.
Vinesh Kondoor — Google review
Loved every moment. It was great to learn the history and how the caves were used in the past by Māori but also how it was cared for. Loved the scientific history as well and how the caves were formed but more so looking at the beautiful glow worms, it was truly an experience. Last but not least our tour guide Christian was awesome! The kids loved everything about our trip to the caves.
Rachel Schmidt — Google review
39 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves 3977, New Zealand
https://www.waitomo.com/glowworms-and-caves/waitomo-glowworm-caves?utm_source=google&utm_medium=GMB&utm_term=waitomoglowormcaves
Waitomo Adventures Ltd
Sightseeing tour agency
Adrenaline & Extreme Tours
Other fantastic activities in the Waitomo Caves include abseiling and rock climbing. Both are widely available in the Waitomo region and they are excellent choices for natural born adventurers. The feeling you get while abseiling through waterfalls underground or when you rappel 100 metres into the Lost World is hard to imagine.
Did the Lost World half day tour with my young son. Best thing we ever did. Our guide, Joel was fantastic and made our day absolutely amazing. Patient, kind and armed with expert knowledge to satisfy my 10 year old's many questions. We felt like welcome and honored guests. Despite my lackluster fitness level, I never felt rushed or like I was taking too long when I needed to take a break. This was an incredible, out of this world experience that will never be forgotten. If you do nothing else in the area, go see Nick at Waitomo Adventures and have him recommend an activity for you!
Kylee Ayotte — Google review
We did the 7 hours tour. We had 2 amazing guides that make the all experience even better. The best part was after a few hours of walking we had break and we got hot drink. Exactly what we needed.
Martina Balasova — Google review
Did the Lost World Tour -4 hrs It was Awesome. It's definitely amongst one of my lifetime experiences.. Weather was perfect. A very warm welcome at reception.And special praise for our Tour guide Joel who was excellent.He is an asset to the company. What I saw down there with my naked eyes was just amazing.Pictures cannot reflect all that beautiful scenery and moments... Highly recommend..
Arif Khan — Google review
1227 Waitomo Valley Road, Waitomo Caves 3977, New Zealand
http://www.waitomo.co.nz/
The Legendary Black Water Rafting Co, Waitomo
Expeditions by raft to the glowworm-filled Ruakuri Cave, plus waterfalls & underground rivers.
Taking place underground, in the Waitomo Caves, but it is not at all like white water rafting. Black water rafting involves an inflated rubber inner tube, the kind you would normally find in a car tyre, as a flotation device to take you down river in the dark. Participants are dressed in wet suits and fitted with inflated inner tubes, which both buffer wearers against sudden upsets on slippery rocks and also keeps them afloat when they go down rapids and over waterfalls in the dark.
If a walking tour through a cave isn't adventurous enough for you, then black water rafting may fit the bill!. There's nothing like rafting in the dark past thousands of glowworms to get the heart pumping, right?. These tours, which last between 3-5 hours, involve tubing, ziplining, and climbing waterfalls deep within Ruakuri Cave.
Enjoy the thrills and excitement of the black water caves of Waitomo. We recommended you hire the services of an experienced guide of black water cave rafting to show you around. Treat yourself to the joys of the beautiful scenery and increase the adrenaline experience of the adventure in this subterranean world.
Self-proclaimed legendary, I have to agree, it is legit one of the top experiences in New Zealand for a couple of reasons. – I mean this makes it all come together. You link up together in your tube in "eel formation" and you look up at the twinkling stars above in pure darkness
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There are a few companies that operate tours within these caves with Legendary Black Water rafting being the leaders. Best things to do around Taupo
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Love Waitomo caves and what a beautiful way to enjoy the glow worms. You definitely get your monies worth with this tour. Such a unique experience with awesome staff. We had lots of laughs! We came on Easter weekend so got to experience the bunny head 😅 loved it!
Jenna O'Donnell — Google review
I've been traveling for several months globally and the 5 hour Abyss adventure may have been the single coolest experience I've had. My guides, Matt and Ollie, were extremely fun and professional, and kept us entertained / safe throughout. We started with abseiling, then ziplining, then tubing (where we had a wonderful view of glowworms), and a short climb up a waterfall. I was lucky to have a great group, who hung out afterwards as they provided us snacks. Amazing pictures as well! I've heard Tom Cruise has done this experience multiple times, if that's any indication of how great this is!
Steven Wang — Google review
Amazing experience!! The crew are professional, super friendly and helpful and did everything they could to make sure we had a good time. Our Guides Cory and Ollie were brilliant. We've done the Waitomo Trilogy tours a couple of times over the years which are also great but to go 70m below ground level and tube in the water was another level of fun. Try it... you won't be disappointed and they give you loads of free photos of you throughout the trip which is very unusual from a tour operator!!!
P Simpson — Google review
584 State Highway 3, Waitomo Caves 3977, New Zealand
https://www.waitomo.com/experiences/legendary-black-water-rafting-co-black-labyrinth?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=GMB&utm_term=blackwaterrafting
Timber Trail
An 85-kilometer bike trail traversing rainforest, a dramatic suspension bridge & an old tram route.
We started off with a shuttle service from Camp Epic (apologies we were late who would of thought we would get fogged in, held up by road works heading into Ongarue, then on the final 1 way bridge we gave way to a huge truck with forestry machinery - then Paul rang to check on us) we met a great bunch of adventure seekers, stayed at Camp Epic which was fantastic, we also got to chat with Bill Holloway (No.1 track extraordinaire track maker) on his Kubota tractor on the 2nd day. This would have to be New Zealand's top mountain bike trail ride that caters to all fitness levels (we did it on ebikes - thankfully) the scenery is breath taking, the constant chatter of bird life was exceptional, the trails are maintained up to a high level and in top condition. To learn about the timber pioneers, their families & machinery through to the tramways that bought the timber out, the suspension bridges are a marvel to behold especially when you look down and see the remnants of the timber bridges that held trams with logs what clever clever people. The work that has gone into these trails is exceptional with a story to be told all through the ride which gives a deep appreciation of the hard yakka of the timber workers, what a tough life! We came away in awe of those that have created a visionary story that we could enjoy - a simple 'thankyou' does not seem to suffice but THANKYOU!
Edwina O'Brien — Google review
A definite must do for all riding enthusiasts. Was our second time completing the trip over 2 days, and our party included first time riders. They loved it. With the ride being predominantly downhill it's possible for most fitness levels and beginner skills.
Craig Hoskin — Google review
You couldn't ask for a better Kiwi experience. The mountain biking was at a good level that anyone with some experience could do it at their own pace. We used our E Bikes which made the up hills alot more fun. The first day was a little more technical but just take your time if unsure and the second day was easier riding with great long downhills and beautiful scenery. There is so much bird life we saw Kaka, Wood Pidgeon in big numbers. There are glow worms aplenty if you go exploring at night time in the Bush. The bridges are awe inspiring and there is even a small tunnel on the spiral. Prepare for all weather. Take a first aid kit just incase. But mostly it's just pure fun. Thanks to all the volunteers that keep the trails safe, if you could please fill in the Big dips on the second day haha almost had me over the handle bars and the blackberry on the last 4km needs cutting back. Xox
Joanne McAlpine — Google review
Pureora Forest Park / Timber Trail, Manawatu-Wanganui 3987, New Zealand
https://timbertrail.nz/
Te Awamutu Space Centre
Very cool. Loved the live feed monitors and videos. Interactive for adults and kids. Brought a Star Disk, showing southern hemisphere. This guides a person what stars are showing in the nights sky relative to the day/current date. There is also info/guidance on which binoculars or telescope is best for viewing the night sky. Owner very knowledgeable. I will be back to try the virtual reality experience :) Thanks
Vicky Finlayson — Google review
Absolutely incredible. My two boys loved it. We were there for 2 hours and would have stayed for longer if we weren't due elsewhere. So interactive and informative with fun games and quizzes. Can't recommend it enough!!!
Tracey Logan — Google review
Lovely place to go visit. Talked with the owner. Lovely guy. Will be bringing the kids through. Kiwi schools need to get in contact with him. Kids would love it. Call him to book a visit. (078701966) It's well worth a visit.
Damian — Google review
5 Whitmore Street, Kihikihi 3800, New Zealand
https://www.spacecentre.nz/
Sanctuary Mountain - Maungatautari
Ecological park
Conservation area with 3 enclosures containing wetlands, old-growth forests & native birdlife.
Such an amazing place, it's an easy walk for families, although didn't spot all the native birds listed, it feels magical walking in the bush listening to their singing knowing that they are out there. I didn't know it's such fun trying to locate the birds with their voices and sometimes they fly right next to you which is a welcomed surprise. Strongly recommend this place, the staff are friendly and I reckon the work they do here is awesome
Eric NZ — Google review
We spent close to a day walking around. Heard lots of birds snd saw z few too. The north island robin was a delight, always along the path, seeing if we would kick up anything interesting to eat. Wonderful watching kaka at feeding stations. Saw gecko and weta, Bellbirds, tomtits and fantails. Heard wood pigeons. A lovely day out if you enjoy walking and looking in the nz bush.
Jaqui Smith — Google review
You think you are wandering over a huge area and then you look at the map and learn that the kilometers you walked are a tiny fraction of the sanctuary. Amazing. Watch out for the kakas. As usual they are not joking around and will walk right up to you for a handout. Don't be tempted by their friendly ways!
Karen Toast Conger — Google review
99 Tari Road, Pukeatua 3880, New Zealand
http://www.sanctuarymountain.co.nz/
Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours
Picturesque sheep farm used for filming Shire scenes, with guided tours, a gift shop, cafe & inn.
A no brainer for any Lord of the Rings fan or as I learned from Alix polling our group, even for those that haven't seen the movies. This is a nerd's dream come true. What will blow you away is just how complete the set of Hobbiton and the Shire is. Everything from the different sized scale hobbit holes, Bag End, all of the various hobbit holes for hobbit's speciality (i.e. beekeeper, gardener, lumberjack), and all of that landscaping.
Take the route through Matamata and stop at the most famous movie set in the world - Hobbiton. I still think, that at 80 dollars it is the most overpriced tourist attraction in whole New Zealand, but I don't regret spending it. I found the tour very interesting and as a big Lord Of The Rings fan I am glad I didn't miss out.
One of the best things to do on every North Island itinerary is to visit Hobbiton, whether you're a Lord of the Rings fan or not!. Hobbiton is located in Matamata, 2 and a half hours from Auckland or 45 minutes from Hamilton. It makes for a great stop on a road trip around the North Island.
Breathtaking experience with interesting facts along the way. Must do it at least once when you visit NZ! The tour is guided and each time slot gets on a bus and is driven to the set. Tour guide was friendly, funny, and enthusiastic. Answered all and every question we had. There aren't any actors or anything like that on the set/tour. You walk around the whole set. You are taken around different hobbit holes and told fun facts about the actors and the set. The set is so detailed with fun props and real veggie gardens. The detail was amazing. It is so green out there! There is also a beautiful large lake. At the pub/bar you can choose between ginger beer or a couple of different alcoholic drinks. Adult prices were 89 $ in April 2022. Masks not required while out doors on the set but were required indoors and on the bus. Tour lasted maybe 45 mins - an hour.
Laura James — Google review
Amazing experience. Definitely recommend if you are in the area or want make a wee trip from Auckland. Our tour guide Anna was great. Perfect level of information whilst still letting us have free reign to wander a bit. The actual Hobbiton village is so beautiful. Such amazing attention to detail throughout. The gardens were absolutely outstanding. It's also so much bigger than we thought! Going whilst NZ is still quiet was so great. We had the whole village to ourselves, so it was quiet and let us get photos without other people in it. Will definitely go back one day!
Jon Adams — Google review
This was an awesome tour! If you're a fan of the LOTR and the hobbit, then this is a must see. Our guide went into great detail explaining the art and production of this fantastic creation. We had a great experience, a day to remember 😊
The Necklens — Google review
501 Buckland Road, Matamata 3472, New Zealand
http://www.hobbitontours.com/
Geologic Formations
Geothermal area featuring boardwalks & gravel paths past steam vents & bubbling craters.
Rotorua isn't the only spot in New Zealand that can lay claim to having some amazing geothermal activity – Taupo also holds its own in this regard, and its Craters of the Moon geothermal walk showcases Taupo's landscape nicely. This spot should likely be one of the first stops on your itinerary when visiting Taupo as it serves as a great overall introduction to the region and its geothermal sights, and it takes only around 45 minutes to navigate the main section of boardwalks that wind their way past the various steaming craters and bubbling mud pools contained within. A couple of hours can be allocated if you're wanting to take in the views from the steeper upper lookout, however, and as the panorama it provides is impressive it's well worth allocating the time.
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The Craters of the Moon is a remarkable geothermal phenomenon that came to life in the 1950s. A power station north of Taupo is largely credited for its formation; as underground water pressure levels shifted, steam vents naturally began to pop up, thus creating craters of boiling mud as the super-heated water rose to the surface. Wooden walkways have been fitted around the craters to allow for safe viewing; these, however, need to be shifted regularly to accommodate the creation of new geothermal vents.
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The Craters of the Moon National Monument & Preserve features an excellent walking trail. Following an easy 45-minute loop that starts at the modern visitor center, you'll get up close with New Zealand's weird and wonderful geothermal scenery. A wooden boardwalk traverses the gentle hills of the scrub-lined countryside, allowing easy viewing of a multitude of steam vents, billowing white funnels of smoke out of the ground, and vast craters that bite into the landscape.
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Another thermal area in Taupo is the Craters of the Moon – another great place for families looking for things to do around Taupo. Showcasing the natural thermal activity of Taupo, the Craters of the Moon geothermal walkway wanders through an almost other-worldly landscape featuring bubbling craters and steaming vents. There are two tracks to walk in this geothermal area, the first being the main track is an easy 45-minute walk for all ages.
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Experience some of our local volcanic features through interactive displays and audio visuals at the Volcanic Activity Centre, or a geothermal walk around the Craters of the Moon. Kids will enjoy the the indoor climbing wall at the Taupo Events Centre, skateboarding, mini golf on the lake front, or ride on the Lion express train at the domain which also has a large playground. Details on these and more is available in our reception area.
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The city of Taupo is located on NZ's "Thermal Highway," and (as previously mentioned) there is a lot of volcanic activity that goes on in the region. Taupo doesn't boast the diversity of geothermal wonders that nearby Rotorua does, but Craters of the Moon is still worth a visit if you're in town. Entry to Craters of the Moon is only about $5, and there is a wooden pathway that loops around the park and leads up to a lookout point.
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'Craters of the Moon' is a part of the largest geothermal activity zone in New Zealand and covers an expanse of 25 square kilometres. The craters are named so since they create a rather 'other world' terrain- some carters are barren and some have vivid colours. These carters were formed by human activity in the area...Read more
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A pathway winds through the lunar-like landscape of this geothermal area, leading you past steaming vents and geysers, and gurgling mud pools. Previously dormant, the Craters of the Moon fizzed to life in the 1950s after underground water levels were altered by the activity of a nearby power station.
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This geothermal area sprang to life when hydroelectric tinkering around the power station in 1958 caused water levels to fall. The pressure shifted, creating new steam vents and bubbling mud pools. The gentle 2.7km walk takes about 45 minutes and loops through a mass of steaming features.
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Travelling around New Zealand's North Island, you'll encounter some of the weirdest places on earth. And among the top Taupo attractions, none is odder than Craters of the Moon. This unique area is relatively new among the best things to see in Taupo.
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Geothermal walkway with well-formed pathways and elevated viewing platforms. You'll see interesting plants that have adapted to thrive in the hot steamy conditions.
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Entry is really cheap only $8 for an adult (can get half price voucher for a morning section by bookme) Great way to spend an hour or so. The main track is flat and there's no rush to get around it. The roaring holes on hill are accessible too. The field is active so it's not a boring walk. the steaming holes and outlook view are super for photos. Would definitely be going back.
Educational, and unique dramatic scenery... you must visit! Well worth the small fee for entry. Visit on an overcast day to enjoy the steam vents even more!
Joel R — Google review
A good opportunity to see geothermal activity for a small price. Entry was $8 each and at a relaxed pace we spent 2 hours walking around the park and reading all of the info-signs explaining crater formation, fumeroles, and various flora and fauna found in the area. It was an overcast day which was nice as it kept temperatures down a bit. In a couple of areas you can feel the heat rising out of the ground which was pretty cool. Well worth a visit.
T E Dorward — Google review
171 Karapiti Road, Wairakei, Taupō 3377, New Zealand
http://www.cratersofthemoon.co.nz/
Te Waihou Walkway
Hiking area
Scenic Walking Areas
Beautiful spot we went to the walkway end which is off the main road. Plenty of parking and the walkway to spring is 800 metres. But. A couple kilometres from the other end. Would class the walk as easy.
Rebecca KEENAN — Google review
Has a very big car park area has toilet and tables, the walk along the river is on a well maintained track goes in and out of cover, the water is beautiful crystal clear spring water and very cold, there is a shallow area of water to swim in after your walk near the bridge. There is a toilet 1km into the walk, there are also 2 sets of steps very easy though. There is another toilet not long before you get to the other end of the walk (Blue Springs Parking area)
Great walk, about 4.5 kms one way. Following along the Blue Springs water flow. Stunning colours in the water especially with the water being crystal clear and very cold. Some beautiful native bush and bird life. Well worth the walk. Toilets area posted along the walk
Barry Hudson — Google review
303 Whites Road, Putāruru 3483, New Zealand
Huka Falls tracks
Waikato, New Zealand
Huka Prawn Park
Tours of a prawn farm's hatchery & nursery, with water-related activities such as paddle boats.
Food is always going to be a primary focus of most people's trips regardless of destination, and this attraction-slash-restaurant in the Taupo region puts a little bit of a spin on the standard "point, order and eat" experience. Huka Prawn Park, which sits just a few minutes from the Taupo town centre, is a successful enterprise in aquaculture that allows visitors to try their hand at catching prawns themselves before, *ahem* throwing their shrimp on the barbie – and while it might sound easy, it's a task that actually requires some skill and patience. Guests looking to take part are provided with bait and poles as the facility's staff drop a few pointers and techniques in order to assist in the catch.
When you're wondering what to do in Lake Taupo with the kids, I highly recommend spending at least a few hours at Huka Prawn. Huka Prawn Park is just minutes from the Taupo town centre and offers a fun-filled day of entertainment for the entire family. While the main attraction at Huka Prawn Park use to be fishing for prawns, unfortunately, due to prawn numbers unexpectedly dropping off, the park currently doesn't offer this as an activity.
The Huka Prawn Park is an aquaculture venture and tourist attraction found only 10 minutes north of Taupo. For all the seafood lovers, Huka Prawn Park offers some fun activities along with a various selection of prawn dishes (or none if you prefer) at a restaurant located within the park. They recommend your first stop to be at a Hatchery/Aquarium to get a closer look at prawns and learn more about them.
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The only attraction of its kind in New Zealand, the family-friendly Huka Prawn Park is one of the most surprising attractions in Taupo—and probably way more fun that it sounds!. At Huka Prawn Park, there's a wide array of activities to keep the entire family joyous. Start with guided tour through the hatchery and nursery.
Crustaceans have the starring role at this aquacultural facility and activity park, where you can feed, fish for, and eat prawns. As well as taking a tour of the prawn nursery and hatchery, you can soak your feet in geothermal waters, go stand-up paddleboarding, and follow adventure trails.
We stumbled across this on a trip through a couple of years ago and it soon became the highlight of the kid's weekend. While there is an actual prawn farm here – complete with guided tour – the real winner here is the fishing ponds. Yes, you can actually fish for your own prawns!!
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Packed with cool and quirky activities for the whole family, including prawn fishing, guided nursery and hatchery tours, a Boating Lake with complete paddle boards, water trikes and pedal boats, and an activity trail with interactive water features.
We love our tour guide (front desk) for the day, we forgot to asked her name, she is so kind and sweet. And all the staff on the day. They are all lovely and so welcoming. And the lady whom I returned the life vest of my toddler, she end our day with a very lovely goodbye. 🥰 For the staff of the resto, so amazing. The food, it's superb. Perfect place for the family. Food and fun 5⭐ Surely, we will visit and spend our family time here 🥰 again.
Kuya Jaja and Skye's Kulitan — Google review
First time visiting the Prawn Park as an adult and really enjoyed our time at the theme park. The tour was informative and the prawn feeding experience was fun. We also spent a lot of time trying out the various paddle / row boats and went for a short walk along the trail. The prawn meal was delicious and I would definitely get it again.
Christine — Google review
Wish we'd still be able to fish prawns. This pandemic has affected this awesome experience but staff were awesome. Still got the guided tour of prawn farming. Also hopped on the row boats and paddle boards.
TM T — Google review
200 Karetoto Road, Wairakei, Taupō 3377, New Zealand
http://www.hukaprawnpark.co.nz/
Aratiatia Rapids
Picturesque dam opening its gates several times a day to unleash a rush of water down the river.
Located less than 15 minutes from the town centre, this lovely scenic area is a nature lovers' paradise The reserve, huddled around the Aratiatia Rapids, is packed full of hiking and mountain biking trails. It's a great place to see as much of the local New Zealand plant & animal life as you can. Nestled along the banks of the mighty Waikato River, the reserve host several tracks that climb up onto the clifftops and lead to spectacular views of the surrounding landscapes.
Those who have seen Peter Jackson's The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013) will know the Aratiatia Rapids from its cinematic cameo – it's one of the places that features in the scene where the dwarves are escaping captivity. These rapids are formed by the opening of the dam gates in the Waikato River. Arriving at a lookout just before the water is released will get you the best views of this turbulent phenomenon.
The Aratiatia Rapids might be familiar to you from Peter Jackson's 2013 film, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug. The spill gates from a dam on the Waikato River are opened to release thousands of liters of water from the Aratiatia Dam to create a raging flow of water through a narrow gorge. As the water flows through the gorge, the power of the fast-flowing river is harnessed to produce hydroelectric power.
Two kilometres off SH5, this gorge was a spectacular part of the Waikato River until a hydroelectric dam was plonked across the waterway, shutting off the flow. But the floodgates still open at 10am, noon and 2pm (plus 4pm from October to March), releasing 80,000L of water a second for 15 minutes. You can see the water surge through the dam from two good vantage points atop the cliffs.
The Aratiatia Scenic Reserve is a slice of lush forest packed with family-friendly walking trails and mountain biking tracks. For those only on a short stay in Taupo, this area offers a good chance to get acquainted with New Zealand's native fauna on an afternoon stroll. The reserve's highlight is watching the opening of the Aratiatia Dam gates.
One of the most fun things to do in Taupo (and definitely on my top 10 things to do in Taupo) is to take a quick visit to the Aratiatia Rapids. Here you will see the dam wall open to release thousands of litres of water, creating the rapids – an absolute true spectacle. To see the rapids, it's a short drive north of Taupo to the car park.
Aratiatia Rapids is fun, the siren heralding the release of water heightens the drama of the moment. Before the release from the dam the river is a rock strewn slow moving creek. Then thousands of litres of water are released from the Aratiatia Dam creating an arresting display of surging water rapidly climbing over rocks.
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Several times a day, the spill gates from a dam on the Waikato River are opened and transform the otherwise calm waterway into a turbulent melee of white-water rapids. As it courses through the gorge, the raging power of the river is harnessed by a nearby power plant in order to produce hydroelectric power.
Aratiatia Rapids is one of the most popular natural attractions in the North Island. Thousands of litres of water are released from the Aratiatia Dam creating a spectacular flow of water through a narrow gorge. Watch the gates open and water release daily.
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This was a fab stop to watch the dam be opened and the rapids flow. Great for adults and kids alike. Be sure to go down the trail (across from the carpark) as you get a much better view than from the bridge. And free! Bonus for sure 😊
Melissa Rosamond Watt — Google review
This visit to the Aratiatia rapids today was fantastic. The gates are opened 3 times daily. To watch the water flow down through the gorge was thrilling. Then we went on a boat cruise down to the Huka Falls. Absolutely marvelous, a very informative guide who provided the best service. Highly recommend
Maggie Thompson — Google review
Highly recommend a visit. Rapids are absolutely spectacular when let out. If you start at the road end watching the pool fill up for a couple of minutes then head to the mid viewing platform you'll get good views of both the rapids and pool filling. Rapids are let out for 15 minutes at 10am 12pm and 2pm in the winter and also 4pm in the summer.
Nicole McLaren — Google review
630 Aratiatia Road, Rotokawa 3377, New Zealand
https://aratiatiarapids.co.nz/
Orakei Korako Geothermal Park & Cave
Boat-accessible geothermal area featuring geysers, hot springs & mud pools, plus a riverside cafe.
Taking the geothermal experience to even greater heights is the Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, also known as "The Hidden Valley", which takes the geothermal world of hot springs, mud pools and spouting geysers to a whole other level. Boasting the most active geysers of any park of its kind in New Zealand, Orakei Korako and some of the most diverse colours of any geo-based attraction in the country, and is just 25 minutes' worth of scenic rural drive from Taupo. It also feels far lest "touristy" than similar attractions found in Rotorua, as it's both generally less populated and less commercialised, and efforts have been made to keep the setting feeling as "natural" as possible.
Geothermal activity is what the Taupō region is famous for and here's where you can get to the heart of it. From weird and wacky landscapes that feel like another world to mud pools and gurgling geysers, at Ōrakei Kōrako you can explore it all without the crowds of some of the more 'popular' geothermal parks. A ferry trip takes you across to the park, where you are then free to explore pathways that take you past silica terraces, through a hidden valley and into a thermal cave.
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A little off the beaten track, Orakei Korako gets fewer visitors than other thermal areas. But since the destruction of the Pink and White Terraces, it's arguably the best thermal area left in NZ, with active geysers, stunning terraces, bubbling rainbow land and the country's only geothermal cave. Entry includes the boat ride across the lake from the visitor centre and cafe (free wi-fi). Visit the toilets, punningly named 'guysers' and 'galsers', before crossing over.
Car all packed up, we headed on home but we had one last place to stop in to, Orakei Korako. The day was still hot so when we saw they had ice creams available, we quickly grabbed some, headed outside and found a table with a shaded umbrella to enjoy them under. Overlooking the geothermal field which was just across from the lake, we eyed it up and couldn't wait to get over there.
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Also know as Hidden Valley, this geothermal wonderland sits between Rotorua and Taupo on the Waikato River at Lake Ohakuri. The Silica Terraces that greet you at the base of Orakei Koroako are believed to be the largest of their kind. You will see 23 active natural geysers and a number of boiling hot springs and mud pools as you walk the park.
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One of the top things to do in Taupo is to check out some of the Taupo thermal attractions. During our visit, we went to Orakei Korako, which Lonely Planet describes as "arguably the best thermal area left in New Zealand". It's a fantastic place to visit for those looking for things to do in Taupo for families.
It's a little outside of Taupo, approximately a 30 minutes' drive, but it's a lovely, quiet spot, just opposite Orakei Korako Thermal Park. Sit on the wooden deck, enjoy the sun together with a coffee or a glass of wine and watch the eels in the water beneath.
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The closest you will come to seeing the legendary lost Pink and White Terraces with its distinct candy-coloured hillside alive with active geysers, steaming terraces, gemstone coloured pools and New Zealand's only geothermal cave.
Drive just 25 minutes north of Taupo to reach the hidden valley of Orakei Korako. A ferry takes you across Lake Ohakuri to a world of gushing geysers, boiling mud pools, hot springs, silica terraces and a rare geothermal cave.
Really great and untouched place to visit! A little walk that isn't too difficult - whole thing can be done in less than a hour with pathways clearly marked out. Would recommend taking some water! You get a great view of everything and see some unique geo-thermal colours and bush.
#Hashtag Lads — Google review
We had a really fun day at this park with the kids. Lots of unique geothermal wonders to see and includes a boat ride over the river. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Wasn't cheap but price seemed about right considering the operating cost of a business like this. I have a feeling that this business will have really suffered from the lack of international tourism (it was very quite, mid summer). So please support if you can. On a hot day take lots of water as it is ridiculously hot with the heat coming from underneath added.
Bushed Bushed — Google review
Fantastic experience! I've never seen anything like this in my life. There are silica terraces, hot springs, bubbling mud pools, and even a geothermal cave (viewed from a platform). There's a convenient wooden boardwalk that covers three zones - which can be completed in 1 or 2 hours depending on your pace. The steps have wooden railings so that all ages can enjoy. There's a short ferry ride across the lake which takes you to the site. This is included in the admission price. If you have the time, it's definitely worth that going to see. Just remember to bring plenty of water and a hat!!! It can get pretty warm, particularly on a hot day!
Rhys White — Google review
494 Orākei Kōrako Road, Taupō 3083, New Zealand
http://www.orakeikorako.co.nz/
Agrodome
Working farm with a popular farm show, plus a tour, animal interaction area & wool demonstrations.
Lying on the outskirts of the city, this wonderful agricultural park offers up a quintessential New Zealand farming experience and makes for a great day out for all the family. With lots of exhibitions, shows, and farm animals on display, a visit to the Agrodome is just as educational as it is entertaining; its spectacular sheep show is particularly impressive. As well as teaching you about rural life in the country and the history of farming in New Zealand, you can enjoy demonstrations on how to milk a cow, feed a lamb, or shear a sheep.
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This 350-acre working farm features plenty of things to do for families, including a popular farm show featuring 19 sheep breeds, shearing demonstrations, sheep dog trials, and a chance to feed the lambs or milk a cow. Interacting with these furry creatures is all part of the fun, especially in the farmyard nursery where you can see (and pet) newborns. Tractor tours are also included with admission, along with a look at the on-site woolen mill.
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For the past 40 years, visitors have come to the Agrodome to see our world-famous Farm Show starring a cast of talented animals!. You'll learn amazing facts as you're introduced to 19 breeds of sheep and witness a live sheep shearing demonstration. You can also jump up on stage for the opportunity to hand-milk a cow or feed baby lambs!
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This is an entertaining show that represents New Zealand farm life. Get up close and personal with farming life at its best. Take a farm tour, visit the petting area and enjoy the show, complete with a sheep shearing demonstration.
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We did the farm tour with Shane as our guide, he was a great guide with a good sense of humor. The family loved feeding all of the animals. I would recommend this tour to freinds and family.
Adam Grant — Google review
We had a great day at Agrodome. We especially enjoyed the farm tour where we got to feed the animals and ride around in the trailer behind the tractor - this was a big hit with my young son. The staff were lovely and very helpful. Thanks for a fantastic day!
Leah Morrison — Google review
Well worth it! I went expecting it to be boring (as we have been to a sheep show before) but it was fabulous!!! The farm tour was awesome getting to feed sheep, alpacas and score some feijoas. Recommend this especially with kids
ashlee hewitt — Google review
141 Western Road, Ngongotahā, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
http://www.agrodome.co.nz/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Google%20My%20Business
Rainbow Springs Nature Park
Nature & Wildlife Areas
Opened in 1932, this compact zoo with a cafe offers a kiwi hatchery & interactive animal encounters.
See a live kiwi foraging for food, feed rainbow trout, walk through our many free flight aviaries and through native New Zealand bush or come face to face with a Tuatara – all at Rainbow Springs Nature Park. Take a tour of the Kiwi Encounter, a working nursery and hatchery where Kiwi are raised before being released back into the wild. There are many great encounters that include - native reptiles, Water Dragon's, eel feeding, exotic birds, Kaka, Weka, Antipodes Island Parakeet, Kea and more.
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Home to lots of stunning nature, with sparkling waterways hidden away amongst dense rainforest, Rainbow Springs Nature Park is absolutely beautiful to explore and is a fantastic day out for all of the family. You'll find plenty of New Zealand's unique flora and fauna, and the park is one of the leading conservation centers in the world when it comes to the iconic Kiwi bird. Seeing these cute little critters up close is a fantastic experience.
Brown kiwi, Rainbow Springs Nature Park, Rotorua|© Steven dosRemedios / Flickr. Since opening its doors in 1932, Rainbow Springs has established itself as one of the key places in New Zealand to encounter some native critters — including the country's much-loved national bird, the kiwi. Rainbow Springs has been involved in saving the kiwi from extinction since 1975 and has been running its kiwi encounter shows since 2004.
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What a wonderful adventure. We arrived early to beat the tour buses & crowds. It was so worth it. Got to walk the park at our leisure & see the exhibits without the crowds was a treat. Got see the birds getting fed & the Kiwi exhibit was fantastic. ❤ Fed the fish & the ducks. If you can, arrive early for the best experience. Let's you see the critters without fighting for a view. Feeding time is a treat. Staff are VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE & friendly. I learned so much. The exhibits & enclosures are well described & presented. Park is easy to navigate. Parking is no problem. I'm going back again in 2019. We also hit the mountain & did the. Luge & it was a blast.
Glen Sloan — Google review
It was a robbery, spending 120 dollars to see a sleeping Kiwi and a guide who asked us what we knew about Kiwis. The most of the entire park was closed and honestly the visit that was supposed to take an hour ended up being 30 min. It would have been better to lose the money on the way than to do this experience. I do not recommend it at all. If there was 0 star or one negative star, I would include it.
George Michael — Google review
I loved the park because of its variety of display. You can see different animals with little descriptions about them. Water splash is very entertaining for adults and kids. And my favorite, I got a chance to see Kiwi birds. Wasn't so happy that, I admit it was my mistake, to accept the offer of seeing the park myself, by the cashier lady, rather than having a guide . Few spots were closed for public and that was also not mentioned when purchasing ticket.
Maja Pesic — Google review
192 Fairy Springs Road, Fairy Springs, Rotorua 3015, New Zealand
http://www.rainbowsprings.co.nz/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Google%20My%20Business
Te Puia - Rotorua, NZ
Hot Springs & Geysers
Maori cultural center at a geothermal preserve with a dramatic geyser & crafts institute.
As it is home to both the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and the majestic Pohutu Geyser, which erupts spectacularly about 20 times a day, Te Puia certainly offers up the perfect combination of nature and culture. While the wild and rugged scenery makes for splendid viewing with its spurting geysers and boiling mud pool, the center's traditional Maori song and dance performances are no less impressive to behold. With a beautiful recreated village for you to explore, complete with a beautifully carved meeting house, you'll come away with a deeper understanding of the Maori culture and heritage.
For an alternative to Wai-O-Tapu that's quite handy to Rotorua's city centre, Te Puia is the place to visit. The area offers something for everyone; highlights include the Pohutu Geyser, live kiwi bird encounters and Maori cultural performances. Te Puia is also known for its Maori Arts and Crafts Centre which has been teaching traditional wood carving, weaving and various other art forms since it was established in 1926.
Situated five minutes from central Rotorua, Te Puia is an iconic destination for visitors featuring the world famous Pohutu Geyser, Māori cultural performances, live Kiwi, boiling mud pools, and native bush. Te Puia is also the home of the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, and acts as a kaitiaki (guardian) of the traditional Māori skills of carving and weaving for future generations.
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Home to Rotorua's Pohutu Geyser, Te Puia has plenty of geothermal marvels to explore. Located on the outskirts of the town center, Pohutu Geyser is the Southern Hemisphere's largest geyser and sprays water up to 30 meters in the air in eruptions that can last for days on end (one eruption lasted for 250 days). However, these days, eruptions are more likely to last a few minutes.
Spectacular geothermal valley and home to the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, just five minutes from central Rotorua. Educational, interactive, and full of natural wonders. From the moment you pass through the impressive Waharoa (gateway) to Te Puia, and see the Te Heketanga-a-Rangi monument of 12 skyscraping posts, you know you're entering a special world.
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This is the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, Hemo Road, Tihiotonga, Rotorua 3040. You will find this well established tourist attraction at the end of Fenton Street if you are coming from the city. As you drive down the main road you should be able to see the world famous Pohutu geyser "playing" up to the height of about 30 metres every 30 minutes or so.
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The geothermal valley of Whakarewarewa covers over 60 hectares of land. The best way to immerse yourself into New Zealand's culture is by spending the day at Te Puia. The Te Puia pass allows you to experience the incredible Maori culture and art through wood carving, weaving demonstrations, followed by an eye-opening exhibition of a Pre-European Maori Village.
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Experience the birthplace of tourism in New Zealand, through storytelling and insights into our indigenous arts and crafts, Kiwi Conservation Centre and more. Our 'waka; will shuttle you to view Pohutu geyser, then relax overlooking the geothermal valley/. Discover the hidden corners of our carvers and weavers, enjoy our Kids Zone activities.
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Another extremely popular Rotorua tourist attraction is Te Puia. Te Puia brings everything Rotorua is famous for together with a geothermal park featuring the impressive Pohutu Geyser, as well as cultural performances inside a marae. Watch an example of the powerful Powhiri, a Maori welcoming ceremony.
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Te Puia, located in the Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley at the edge of Rotorua features Pohutu Geyser and is home to the impressive New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute. Visitors can tour the bubbling mud pools with a local Maori guide and choose from among myriad activities.More
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I am yet to meet a kid who doesn't love a geyser, or anything exploding for that matter. Te Puia not only has geysers that erupt but they also put on an awesome cultural experience. You'll get treated to a show in their whare (meeting house) featuring traditional stories and songs.
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Uncover the enthralling history of both the museum and the gardens. Take a guided tour with knowledgeable museum staff who describe Rotorua's volatile landscape, rich culture and legendary figures while you explore the historic grounds.
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Te Puia is famous for its vibrant cultural performances as well as the world-famous Pōhutu geyser, boiling mud pools and the National Schools of Wood Carving and Weaving.
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Great experience to all ages! If you haven't seen a kiwi bird yet, visit the kiwi conservation. 3 birds were in cage and the young one would be set free once the bird reach to its maturity and can live independently outside. While the other 2 were expected to mate. Best to go with a guided tour so you get more information plus the yummy volcano cake shouldn't be missed at the end of your tour😊
Jean Lu — Google review
We did the nighttime geyser experience and would totally recommend it to others. Take a guided tour through the park without melting in the summer sun like you would during the day. Learn about history of the site as well as about the carvings and school. Such a cool experience to do. Main Pohutu geyser didn't go off while we were there despite waiting extra time but a number of the other geysers did. Would have been nice to see but still very special to see the others go off. The guides were awesome story tellers.
Mike Owen — Google review
Seriously one of the best attractions in New Zealand! If the unique thermal landscape doesn't impress you the customer service certainly will; our family felt truly welcomed at Te Puia and the friendly, down to earth guides and staff really impressed me and made a great day, outstanding. The restaurant provided a buffet that was affordable and delicious. 6 hours after leaving and I'm still smiling from a wonderful day hosted by the truly fantastic team.
Siobhan Kelly — Google review
Hemo Road, Tihiotonga, Rotorua 3040, New Zealand
http://www.tepuia.com/
Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
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Cultural attraction with Maori dance performances, a traditional feast & geothermal features.
A visit to Rotorua wouldn't be complete without a trip to New Zealand's only living Māori village. Whakarewarewa is a welcoming place and home of the Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao people, who have been sharing their unique way of life with visitors from all around the world for over two hundred years. Together as a family, learn about the unique history of this area, enjoy a Māori cultural performance, stunning nature walks (ranging from 5 minutes to 50 minutes) that everyone in the family will be able to complete and thoroughly enjoy.
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Not only does Whakarewarewa offer a unique cultural experience, but the local village is also situated on an active geothermal feature. Winter is an ideal time to experience this unique way of life, as visitors can better experience the significant warmth radiating from the ground. You'll be enveloped in geothermal steam rising from the boiling hot pools and bubbling mud as you learn about how the resources are utilised in bathing, cooking and heating homes.
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The iwi (tribe) has been welcoming visitors to the village since the 1800s showing them their way of life and the natural geothermal wonders that surround the area. The village is set amongst natural hot pools and thermal springs and geysers all of which can be seen during a visit. LEGACY GUIDED VILLAGE TOUR Enjoy a guided tour through NZ's iconic living Maori village and home of the...More info
Not far from the shores of Lake Rotorua, you'll find the Ohinemutu Maori Village, an experience that offers great insight into the Maori way of life. There are some great historical landmarks like the Tamatekapua Meeting House (with Maori carvings) and the Tudor-style St Faith's Church which was built in 1914.
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Take part in the tradition of being an honoured guest at Whakarewarewa, The Living Māori Village. Discover the unique geothermal landscape of Te Whakarewarewa Valley. See the boiling hot pools and bubbling mud, and learn how the residents utilise and respect the ever-changing forces beneath the land.
Rotorua families love the fact that we have so many awesome animals to see and interact with. When you visit Rotorua with your family make sure you experience as many as you can!. The ones I would recommend are; Rainbow Springs, The Agrodome and Paradise Valley Springs.
A must see while in NZ. I went as a kid and then a few years ago as an adult. The kids are still swimming for coins under a bridge. Amazing natural beauty unlike anything most people have ever seen before and the Māori carvings at the carving school were too cool.
Mark Allan — Google review
I've always ❤ ♥ 💕 held Whakarewarewa the living village in high esteem. Its always touched and woke me to my Ngati Tuhoe, through my mum, and bc i am so much like my mum, maori culture thrills and enlightens my being to be enhanced, when i cruised in today, thats just it, Its got atmosphere, its got mystery, its got some of the best indigenous carving. If I can, i always go to this very special place, to find my calm, my grace, i feel at ease. Even as a little child, ive been keen and fascinated with the whole experience i can't rate it enough and personally you know why it is this . I've given it the full 6 stars but really it rates a 21 star salute. Also to those who fought willingly in the world wars over on the otherwise shadow side in the top part of the eurocentrics world. Here, even from this alive and living organism, this village remembers them, our young men , for it is writ on the bridge entrance of the carved great monuments, informing us , quietly, that some of our race, will stand and fight for other nations of people. Its what makes new zealanders do remarkable and God knows this. I write this missive article while casually strolling and very humbly respecting every stone and wood there, forevermore. Whakarewarewa my beauty.Turou Hawaiki.
Fats White — Google review
One of my favorite places to go. Went here on a solo trip and I can't wait to come back with my family and friends. The people were BEYOND friendly and kind. My tour guide was the sweetest and hand so many jokes and genuine historical accounts to provide. My advice is to follow your guide and then tour the grounds on your own because you'll get the best experience that way. Get the corn, get a lot of hangi pie. My biggest regret is not getting 10 of them for myself. Thanks for such an amazing experience to everyone there and for allowing others to your your home.
Tiffany Montoya — Google review
17 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
http://www.whakarewarewa.com/
The Gathering Place (Tamaki Maori Village)
Attraction offering Maori dance & music shows, crafts & a feast in a re-created indigenous village.
If you're looking to learn all there is to know about the Maori people, then the Tamaki Maori Village is one of the best places to visit. Widely acclaimed, the award-winning attraction takes you on an incredible journey through a recreated village, where different members of the Maori community explain their rich heritage and culture. As well as learning about some of their myths and legends, you'll also get to watch demonstrations of how to make various arts and crafts, sing traditional songs, and perform age-old dances.
Stepping foot inside the traditional Māori village re-enactment is like stepping back in time to an era when New Zealand tribes were developing, claiming land, forging alliances and exacting vendettas against enemies. The surrounding Tawa forest sets the atmosphere as you approach the village. In the meeting house you will be entertained with celebrations and whaikorero (speeches) along with the exciting and intimidating war dance haka, waiataaringa (action songs), graceful poi and more.
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Amid the steam vents and hot pools of the Whakarewarewa geothermal area of Rotorua is the Maori village of Whakarewarewa. Here, the Tuhourangi/Ngati Wahiao tribes welcome visitors to experience the culture and heritage of the Maori people. Hourly guided tours of the village include a performance of the Haka and other traditional Maori songs by the Te Pakira cultural group and a look at how the local residents use geothermal energy for cooking and heating.
Experiencing the Maori culture is probably one of the most popular attractions in Rotorua. Rotorua is rich in Maori culture and there are many opportunities to experience the Maori culture for yourself. One of those ways is very having a tour of the Tamaki Maori Village complete with traditional Maori games, crafts, cultural performances and finishing off with a Hangi meal buffet.
Ohinemutu is one of our older local Maori Villages nestled on a beautiful setting overlooking the Rotorua Lake. This is the home place of the Ngāti Whakaue tribe where the local people still utilise the thermal resources for heating, cooking and bathing. Visitors are welcome to visit and discover the natural way resources are used in the modern world.
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Drive by Ohinemutu to see a modern day Maori Village for yourself. This isn't a cultural attraction perse, so it's a good way to peak into the real lives of Maori locals in 21st century New Zealand. Kuirau Park has some sulphur activity and it's free to witness : however it is nowhere near as dramatic as the geothermal activity in the paid parks.
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Visit Tamaki Maori Village to experience Maori culture and society as it existed in pre-European New Zealand. Through performing arts, you'll see, hear, and feel the Tamaki brothers' vision for an immersive tour into the traditional Maori way of life. Live the stories, travels, battles, and rituals of the Maori as New Zealand was settled.More
Tamaki Maori leader dancing with traditionally tattooed face|© Sunshine Pics / Alamy Stock Photo. Rotorua is one of the top go-tos for people wanting to learn about and experience Maori culture. Among the different local encounters is the Tamaki Maori Village, which boasts being the 'most awarded' cultural attraction in New Zealand.
Rotorua offers visitors the chance to experience living maori villages, performance shows, cultural attractions and gain an authentic look into how the Maori live. We've picked out our favourite attractions to visit.
Tamaki Village gives visitors an immersive experience that allows you to see what traditional Māori life was like. You can learn the haka or poi dances, taste a hangi, and enjoy incredible performances.
Experience an evening of ceremonial ritual, amazing re-enactment, powerful cultural performance, storytelling & hangi feasting as we relive significant events within our Pre-European history!
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One of the best tour I have taken. The driver was funny and make the trip to the village educational. The experience was fascinating and entertaining, offering insights into the lives and culture of the Maori people. The meal at the end was absolutely delicious as well. Highly recommended!
Jonsson Liu — Google review
Its not a real show. Its a show but it's nice to see some of the Maori traditions being presented. The Maori welcome dance is very interesting. The food was great as well.
Neda Javadpour — Google review
What an incredible experience! We learned about the Maori culture and had a great dinner. We went on a rainy day, but the rain didnt disturb our adventure. The driver of our bus was very friendly and made everyone feel at home!
Giulia Mundstock — Google review
1220 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua city, Rotorua 3040, New Zealand
http://www.tamakimaorivillage.co.nz/
Rotorua Museum / Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa
Guided tours of these historic gardens leave at 11 AM & 2 PM daily, plus a 1 PM tour on weekends.
Amid the tranquil Government Gardens, which lie on the shores of Lake Rotorua, is the ornate Tudor-style Old Bath House building that now contains the Rotorua Museum. Inside, a series of permanent exhibitions tell the story of Rotorua's cultural history, from its pre-European era to the present. The well-collated Nga Pumanawa o Te Arawa gallery focuses on the history of the Te Arawa Maori Tribe, while the rooftop terrace (with stunning panoramas across the lake) and basement of the museum provide a look at the building's 1908 origins, when it was a famed spa resort.
An impressive building to say the least, The Bath House is right on the edge of Rotorua town and is the local museum and art gallery. This is one of New Zealand's most photographed buildings and should definitely be on your to-do list!. While you're at it, check out our list of Top Museums in New Zealand.
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The Rotorua Museum is the perfect way to start learning about the local area and Maori culture. Unfortunately it is closed for repairs from earthquake damage but should be on your list if you are planning a trip in the future. (photo credit: Vaughan Brookfield)
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Rotorua Museum is a must-see international visitor experience. Here you can discover the region's rich Māori culture, volatile volcanic landscape and dramatic history. This all vividly comes to life through a variety of stunning multi-media exhibitions.
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Great place for a morning and evening walk! This is one the best free and beautiful place to visit while visiting Rotorua. The whole building is fantastic, the garden around it are one the best. The city spent a lot money and time taking care of it. It's a great a place for a morning / evening walk when you want to enjoy the quietness and beauty of the city! You could also see the lake view there, just drive a bit more.
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Although museum is not currently ipen, we were still treated to a tour of the area by Ann-Elise Miles. She was amazing. Very informative and was able to show us things we had no idea existed
Rachael Sandford — Google review
Magnificent building structure surrounded by tulips and assorted flowers via government gardens. Best time to visit is late afternoon or early in the morning to avoid the other people crowding the place.. September to october visit was awesome to witness the tulip bloom in the gardens..
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Government Gardens Oruawhata Drive, Rotorua 3046, New Zealand
http://www.rotoruamuseum.co.nz/
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