Rotorua District

Bay of Plenty Region

Thermal lake Champagne Pool at Wai-O-Tapu, New Zealand
Aerial view of Rotorua city at sunset
Beautiful view of Champagne pool an iconic tourist attraction of Wai-O-Tapu the geothermal wonderland in Rotorua, New Zealand. New Zealand's most colourful geothermal attraction.
Riding cable car above Rotorua North Island New Zealand
Rotorua District

Popular cities in Rotorua District

Rotorua
Rotorua
Known for Spas, Lakes and Family-friendly
Visitors flock to this geothermal site to enjoy its hot springs, mud pools, watersports and fascinating Maori culture.

Reasons to visit

  • Polynesian Spa
  • Skyline Rotorua
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
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Lake Tarawera
Lake Tarawera
Known for Dining, Luxury and Relaxing
Surrounded by picnic areas, camping spots and bushwalking trails, this scenic lake is a favourite holiday destination for New Zealanders.

Reasons to visit

  • Buried Village
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Okere Falls
Okere Falls
Known for Natural parks
Go white-water rafting, hike along the river, go fishing for trout or take it easy with a lakeside picnic in this water-rich neighbor town of famous Rotorua.

Reasons to visit

  • Okere Falls Scenic Reserve
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Hamurana
Hamurana
Known for Friendly people, Lakes and Relaxing
Plunge into some of the deepest freshwater springs in New Zealand or tour a stream on a stand-up paddleboard at this collection of natural waters.

Reasons to visit

  • Hamurana Springs
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Landscape photo of a jetty on Lake Rotoiti, New Zealand. This jetty is within the Nelson Lakes National Park and is one of the most Instagrammed locations in New Zealand
Mourea
Known for Lakes, Friendly people and Dining
Trip time! Discover the lake views, local cuisine, and sunrises in secluded Mourea.
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Lake Okataina
Lake Okataina
Known for Family-friendly, Dining and Romantic
Get away to romantic Lake Okataina! Enjoy the local cuisine, sports, and parks.
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