Discover New Zealand’s geothermal hotspots on a day trip from Rotorua to Lake Taupo, stopping to explore one of two remarkable destinations. Select Orakei Korako to see terraced pools of steaming water, or opt for Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland’s otherworldly colors. Limited to 11 people for more personal service, this day trip includes pickup and drop-off at centrally-located hotels, as well as entrance fees at the geothermal site.

Visit Lake Taupo on a day trip from Rotorua
Choose between two geothermal destinations
See a dramatic side of the New Zealand landscape
Travel with a small group and local guide
Pickup at hotels in central Rotorua
All entrance fees included
Get dropped off in Rotorua, or opt to stay in Taupo

What's Included

GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop off - central hotels/hostels
Transport by airconditoned minibus
Adnission fees to named attractions

Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

09:00 AM

Pickup details

We pickup at all central Rotorua locations free of charge and for a small shuttle fee if you are not at central accommodation. Guaranteed departure - We do not cancel on the rare occasions we have low numbers. We will travel for one person. Due to low numbers and sustained losses caused by Covid 19, until further notice we will need a minimum of 4 people (or price equivalent) to run tours.

What To Expect

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Lake Taupo

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Huka Falls tracks

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Infant seats available
Not wheelchair accessible
A maximum of 10 people per booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Stroller accessible

Minimum age is 18 years (if traveling on own)
All ages accepted if traveling with at least one adult
Near public transportation
Please note that this tour is not suitable for children under 2 years, as part of the group - It can be booked as a private group tour - please ask TripAdvisor/Viator to contact us for the custom price
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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mina_h

Travelling comfortably with a friendly guide, we were given an efficient tour. It's the perfect option if you want to go through hot spring areas from Rotorua to Taupo! Each stop is given plenty of time.

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perfect option if you want to go through hot spring areas from Rotorua to Taupo

mina_h, Mar 2024

Wonderful experience

Sasha_J, Feb 2024

Orakei Korako is stunning. Our guide Herms was very sweet and accommodating. Also, the van is super comfortable.

It's a fun and diverse experience

jungeun_l, Dec 2023

Rather than a professional description of the place, it's a grazing style that you can see on your own. A flexible guide to situations. I enjoyed watching it and it was fun.orakei was so cool! It was quiet and nice because there were few people. I rode a mini train in Taupo and it was fun

Super Amazing Tour

Saw_H, Nov 2023

Awesome, professional and friendly tour guide. Sylvia was very informative and the trip will never be completely beautiful without her. Of course, NZ scenery is breathtaking and spectacular. You will see how amazing Huka fall is too. Highly recommended Taupo day trip with Orakei Geothermal, Huka fall and Aratiatia tour.

Must see sights

Leanne_M, Oct 2023

Had a absolutely wonderful time on this tour! Our tour guide Maryanne was terrific getting us around and sharing her knowledge and stories on the different areas visited. Huka Falls was the highlight!

Great Trip.

Cheryl_Y, Aug 2023

Dallas is a great guide. I especially appreciate it when he explains the scenes we saw on the way such as the forests and farms. My mum and I enjoyed the trip.

Nice trio grom Rotorua to Taupo

Radoslaw_W, Dec 2019

If you want to visit Orakei Korako from Rotorua it is reasonable to take this trip as it allows you to take a look at Huka Falls and Taupo lake/town as well, although last ones are not so fascinating as the rest of places in the area. It's quite an easy going experience with a good guide.

Response from Host, Jan 2020

Thankyou for your review! Glad to know you enjoyed your tour and I will pass on your kind words to your tour guide. Kind regards, Serhan

Awesome Experience

EllaMaricar_S, Jul 2018

So much in love with this country! New Zealand is the best place for solo travelers like me! It is so green in the New Zealand! I thought I am not a nature lover but when I see NZ..it was so beautiful! My Taupo amd Waiotapu tour are so beautiful! Our tour guide is the best! And my fellow travellers are the best who are from HK.

Very convenient since we needed to...

California Tourist, Jan 2018

Very convenient since we needed to end up in Taupo from Rotorua. Tour guide, Rick was very accommodating, knowledgeable and added nice value-add-on touches to the tour since we were the only group of 3 I suppose. Highly recommend this tour group.

Good trip i was the only person , i...

aayalina, Dec 2017

Good trip i was the only person , i visited geothermical parks and took incredible pictures.I recommend it.

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