From Rotorua: Lake Taupo & Orakei Korako Geothermal Park
ID: GYG339151-603121
Category:
Country: New Zealand
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Visit one of the least-known but most spectacular thermal parks, Orakei Korako, which boasts the most active geysers of any geothermal park in New Zealand. Enjoy a short hike in the area and admire the colors, then explore Huka Falls and the Taupo region.
Get a fantastic geothermal experience without the thronging crowds with this day trip to Orakei Korako from Rotorua. Discover a geothermal park boasting the most active geysers in New Zealand. After exploring Orakei Korako, visit Huka Falls and the Taupo area.
Depart Rotorua after pickup from your hotel between 9 AM-9:15 AM and travel to Orakei Korako. Somewhat off the beaten track, Orakei Korako, also known as the Hidden Valley, is nestled in the Taupo Volcanic Zone between Taupo and Rotorua.
After a 45-minute drive to get there, take a short boat ride across the lake then enjoy 2 hours to explore the thermal area featuring up to 23 natural geysers in a constantly changing landscape. Marvel at the number of boiling hot springs and the vibrant colors all around you, or take a native bushwalk through this untouched geothermal paradise.
Next, move on to Huka Falls and the Taupo area. Lunch is at your own expense but there are multiple places for you to choose to eat. In Taupo, be guided by your driver and visit the lake front and other interesting sights. Your driver will find out what interests you and, if possible, tailor the day to maximize the stops to suit your interests. Return to Rotorua after Taupo for drop-off at your accommodation between 3:30 PM-4:30 PM.
Highlights
- Discover multiple active geysers, mud pools, and hot springs at Orakei Korako
- Take a 1 to 1.5-hour walk through an untouched geothermal paradise
- Delight in the striking colors of the park
- Visit Huka Falls and the Lake Taupo area
- Benefit from convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Rotorua
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
• This tour runs rain or shine and is not canceled because of weather
• Lunch is not included but there are multiple cafes to dine in or bakeries in Taupo for you to buy food
• Pickup starts from 9 AM; your exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Please wait in your hotel lobby or outside your accommodation 10 minutes before your pickup time. If you are late, your driver cannot wait.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
