Rotorua & Bay of Plenty

Set within the Pacific Rim of Fire, the volcanic wonderland of Rotorua is home to naturally-heated mineral springs, bubbling pools, geysers and crater lakes. Experience the best of Maori culture, dense fern forests, rapids and waterfalls. Head 40 miles north and discover the Bay of Plenty that stretches 160 miles east to west from Cape Runaway to the Coromandel Peninsula.

What’s most loved about Rotorua and Bay of Plenty

• Rotorua is renowned for its geothermal activity, featuring bubbling mud pools, steaming geysers, and natural hot springs, as well as rich Maori cultural experiences, including traditional performances, hangi feasts, and guided tours of historic sites
• Both Rotorua and the Bay of Plenty are hubs for adventure activities, offering mountain biking in the Redwoods Forest, zip-lining, zorbing, white-water rafting, surfing, and hiking in scenic landscapes
• The Bay of Plenty boasts beautiful beaches like Mount Maunganui and Ohope Beach, while Rotorua is surrounded by picturesque lakes such as Lake Rotorua and Lake Tarawera, providing ideal settings for swimming, kayaking, and sunbathing
• The region enjoys a mild climate with plenty of sunshine year-round, making it perfect for outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, cycling, and exploring the natural beauty of the coastline, hinterlands, and scenic parks like Karangahake Gorge and McLaren Falls Park
• Known for its fertile land, the Bay of Plenty is a major fruit-growing region, famous for kiwifruit and avocados. Visitors can enjoy farm tours, fresh produce markets, and wine tasting at local vineyards
• The Bay of Plenty offers rich marine wildlife experiences, with dolphin and whale watching tours, snorkelling, and diving opportunities, while Rotorua provides scenic tours of its geothermal features and cultural landmarks

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