Rotorua

A city grounded in history and tradition, surrounded by natural wonders. The district is an adventure playground with a great range of activities which will appeal to all age groups. Rotorua is much more than you expect.
  • PROXIMITY
  • 2¾ hour drive or 45 min flight from Auckland
  • 5¾ hour drive or 1¼ hour flight from Wellington
  • Rotorua is a 1 hour drive from Taupo, Whakatane and Hobbiton and within a 2 hour drive of Waitomo Caves
  • STAY
  • There’s an excellent range of places to stay in Rotorua to suit every budget from serviced apartments, B+B’s, motels & hotels to luxury lodges. Here’s some of our favourite’s.
  • The Distinction Hotel Rotorua
  • Millennium Hotel Rotorua
  • Solitaire Lodge
  • The Sudima Hotel Rotorua
SEE + DO Explosive geysers, spa-worthy hot springs, adventurous activities and fascinating Maori culture. It’s fair to say Rotorua's attractions are all set to cater to all tastes and affinities.
  • Visit the Polynesian Spa, one of the world’s Top 10.
  • See what captivated Will and Kate on their visit to Rainbow Springs and Kiwi Hatchery.
  • Experience art, culture and the geothermal action at the Centre for New Zealand's Māori Culture And Geothermal Wonders
  • Enter the authentic world of the Mitai Maori Village
  • Zipline through the forest canopy
  • Enjoy a scenic ride aboard the Skyline Rotorua Gondola
  • Explore the well marked paths of Wai-o-tapu thermal wonderland
  • Walk the Mount Tarawera crater wall
  • See the power of nature in Waimangu volcanic Valley and cruise over the site of the Pink and White Terraces.
  • Dine at Eat Street with it’s many restaurants & bars.
  • Enjoy the relaxed environment and family friendly atmosphere at the Rotorua Farmers market ( Sunday mornings ). There ’s a generous range of ready made food options & great local handcrafts with plenty of outdoor seating. 
  • Explore the stunning lakes district, vibrant geothermal reserves and remarkable volcanoes, from the air. 
  • Travel through the beautiful rolling hills of the Bay of Plenty countryside and enjoy uninterrupted stunning lake and farmland views in your own self-drive RailCruiser