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Taupo Day Trip with Orakei Korako or Waiotapu from Rotorua

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Rotorua, New Zealand

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7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Choose between Waiotapu or Oarakei Korako geothermal areas for your first stop on this 7-hour day trip. Then see Huka Falls, Lake Taupo and the surrounding areas. Admission fees to the thermal area of your choice are included, but lunch is at your own expense. This guided small-group tour operates with a maximum of 11 passengers and includes pickup from your centrally located accommodation in Rotorua.

Please note that this tour is not suitable for children under 2 years, as part of the group - It can be booked as a private group tour - please ask City Boat Tours / City Boat Tours to contact us for the custom price
Guaranteed departure - Due to low numbers and sustained losses caused by Covid 19, until further notice we will need a minimum of 2 people (or price equivalent) to run tours

What's Included

  • Admission fees to named attractions
  • Transport by airconditoned minibus
  • Hotel pickup and drop off - central hotels/hostels
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

We pickup at all central Rotorua locations free of charge and for a small shuttle fee if you are not at central accommodation. Guaranteed departure - We do not cancel on the rare occasions we have low numbers. Due to low numbers and sustained losses caused by Covid 19, until further notice we will need a minimum of 2 people (or price equivalent) to run tours.

What To Expect

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

One of the most vibrant and active thermal parks in the region.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park

Also known as the Hidden Valley this is an large thermal valley with many small geysers, mudpools and boiling water. You can choose between Waiotapu or Orakei Korako for your tour - unfortunately there is not time to visit both
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Lake Taupo

Vist the area - see the Lake and buy yourself lunch while walking around for about 1 hour
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Huka Falls tracks

We do not actually visit the tracks - but walk to the lookout to see the falls
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 18 years (if traveling on own)
  • All ages accepted if traveling with at least one adult

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Taupo Day Trip with Orakei Korako or Waiotapu from Rotorua?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-14795P7

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Average 4.83 out of 5 stars based on 23 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Admission fees to named attractions
  • Transport by airconditoned minibus
  • Hotel pickup and drop off - central hotels/hostels
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Live commentary on board
  • Driver/guide
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • A maximum of 10 people per booking - minimum 2 people needed for tour to run
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 18 years (if traveling on own)
  • All ages accepted if traveling with at least one adult
  • Please note that this tour is not suitable for children under 2 years, as part of the group - It can be booked as a private group tour - please ask TripAdvisor/Viator to contact us for the custom price
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

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Free Cancellation

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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