Rotorua Private Waimangu Valley Steaming Cliffs Kayak Tour

Waikato, Rotorua



Explore the geothermal magic of Waimangu Valley on an exclusive guided walk and kayak adventure. Surrounded by New Zealand’s raw, untamed beauty, feel as if you’ve stepped straight into Middle-earth!

Highlights

  • Pick-up & return transfer right from your accommodation
  • A completely privately guided tour just for you and your group
  • Exclusive access to kayak on lake Rotomahana
  • Spectacular geothermal wonders like nowhere else
  • Perfect for all ages (5 years and over)

Description

The tour begins when your friendly guide picks you up and shuttles you from Rotorua out to the enriching Waimangu Volcanic Valley. You then journey on foot through the heart of the Waimangu Valley, a dynamic volcanic area that stands testament to Rotorua’s amazing geological history. Your knowledgeable guide is available to answer any questions about the unique landscapes, native forest, colourful terraces, and geothermal features. Your walk will lead you to Lake Rotomahana, where the adventure part of your activity begins. Your guide will provide you with all necessary equipment, then run through safety and basic kayak instruction before you take the helm on the water. From here you will kayak a short distance before being captivated in a spectacular geothermal display of steaming cliffs and colourful landscapes. From your kayak you will have a unique vantage point and perspective of the raw beauty and power these geysers create. Your guide will share the story of the valley along with insight to Maori culture and heritage of the area. This is an activity you will never forget!

Includes

5 Hour Experience Pick-up and drop-off transfers right from your accomodation Entry to Waimangu Volcanic Valley All equipment & safety gear provided Lunch included Professional, fun, experienced guide No experience required, everyone can come an amazing day creating life long memories Spend 90 minutes on the lake kayaking along the shorelines to view spectacular geothermal wonders on Lake Rotomahana, an exclusive activity to Taiao Adventures Experience our Taiao Adventures values where we lead by example creating strong connections, positive contribution, and thoughtfulness to the environments we explore

Important Information

  • We recommend that you arrive at least 10 mins prior to the meeting time at the Rotorua Information Centre. Once you meet your guide, you can forget about time altogether! Allow at least 5 hours for the round trip leaving from and returning to Rotorua. We will do our best to get in touch well in advance if the weather looks bad, unfortunately sometimes mother nature wins. If weather cancellation occurs a full refund will be provided. Suitable for all ages above 5 years old (inclusive). All participants 16 years and under must be supervised by a responsible adult 18 years or over The kayaks are ‘two person sit-on-top kayaks’ a weight limit of 220kg (total per kayak) applies The walk in this tour is very easy going, mostly downhill and has options to catch a small shuttle bus the rest of the way if desired. We really can cater for everyone and your guides will make sure you are comfortable with what you are doing, all ages and abilities can have fun with Taiao Adventures!

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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