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Waimangu Volcanic Valley, located near Rotorua on New Zealand’s North Island, is the world’s youngest geothermal valley formed by the 1886 eruption of Mount Tarawera. Visitors can enjoy self‑guided or guided walks through steaming craters, hot springs, and native bush, as well as a narrated boat cruise on Lake Rotomahana, the final resting place of the legendary Pink and White Terraces. Notably, the valley is home to rare plant life, brilliantly coloured geothermal features, and diverse bird species, offering both natural beauty and historical significance. This unique destination immerses travellers in New Zealand’s volcanic heritage and geothermal wonders.
Easy walks of varying lengths and duration along volcanic crater walkways, highlighting geothermal features, mainly downhill and flat, with an optional hike on the Mt Haszard Trail (an uphill bush trail). The amazing brilliant blue lake of Inferno Crater, silica terraces, sizzling hot waters, hot springs and geysers are all set in a natural environment.
A 45 minute cruise around Lake Rotomahana, with its own separate, very active, geothermal system that can be viewed on from Waimangu's vessel, the Ariki Moana. There is a commentary in English during the cruise and passengers will also have guide sheets to read about what they are viewing. Not to be missed, Lake Rotomahana is a bird refuge and have.
Easy walks of varying lengths along volcanic crater walkways, mainly downhill and flat, viewing awesome geothermal sights, with an optional easy hike on Mt Haszard's uphill bush trail; followed by a 45 minute cruise on the Lake Rotomahana which features it separate, very active geothermal system. Lake Rotomahana is a refuge for birdlife.
