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The Waimangu Volcanic Valley is a remarkable natural attraction located near Rotorua on the North Island of New Zealand. It's known for its stunning geothermal features, unique volcanic landscapes, and vibrant natural beauty. Visitors can explore the hot springs, geysers, steaming vents, and colourful mineral formations. The area's geothermal activity is a result of the volcanic history of the region, and it creates a truly mesmerizing and otherworldly environment. The attraction also provides a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind through the unique geothermal landscapes, offering visitors the chance to witness these geological wonders up close.
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.
