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Waimangu Full Experience Cruise with Geothermal Walk - 3.5 Hours

This walk or hike takes you on an ecology-focused adventure of the craters of this beautiful valley. As you walk through the youngest eco-systems in the wor
Waimangu Full Experience Cruise with Geothermal Walk - 3.5 Hours

Highlights

  • On board commentary during your cruise

  • Scenic cruise and self guided walk combo

  • Wonderful and relaxing journey

  • Shuttle transfer back to the visitors centre

  • Walk through the native flora and faun

  • History of the lake and the Mount Tarawera eruption.

Visit the youngest geothermal system in the world and walk through the native flora and fauna. It is a 4km walk through the wildlife sanctuary and visits features such as the Frying Pan Lake, the largest hot spring in the world, Cathedral Rocks, Inferno Crater and Warbrick Terraces.

At the end of the walk is Lake Rotomahana, where you will board the Ariki Moana for a 45 minute cruise. You will see thermal activity and native bird life, all while receiving a full commentary from the skipper about what you are seeing and the history of the lake and the Mount Tarawera eruption.

At the end of the cruise a shuttle bus will be waiting to take you back to the visitor centre. This experience is part of the Responsible Range as it was awarded a Qualmark Enviro-Gold endorsement.

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Inclusions

  • 4km self guided walk
  • 45 minute cruise on Lake Rotomahana
  • Shuttle transfer back to the visitors centre

Operating Hours

  • Begin your 2 hour self-guided walking tour at any of the following times so to allow enough time reach the boat cruise; 8.30am, 9.30am, 11.10am, 12.00pm, 12.50pm, 1.30pm
  • Bookings are essential

Duration

  • Please allow 3.5 hours for this whole experience

What To Bring

  • Please bring with you good walking shoes, sun block, water and a warm jacket

Additional Information

  • There is a licenced CafΓ© on onsite as well a souvenir store with a large range of New Zealand Made souvenirs

Cancellation Policy

  • Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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$150.30

AUD

Age Groups

Toddlers (1-2)
Preschool (3-5)
Primary school (6-8)
Middle school (9-11)
Young teens (12-14)
Teens (15-17)

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