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Te Puia

A tour of Te Puia's geothermal park will help you explore some interesting facets of nature, from exploding showers at natural geysers to bubbling pools of mud. Explore Rotorua's latest attraction and get a deeper insight into Maori culture.

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Te Puia
Traditional Māori carving at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand, with sunlight streaming through.
Geyser erupting at Te Puia geothermal park, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Pōhutu Geyser erupting at Te Puia, Rotorua, surrounded by lush greenery.
Visitors exploring Te Puia entrance with carved wooden pillars, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Guide explaining exhibits at Kiwi Education Centre, Te Puia, New Zealand.
Craftsmen weaving flax at Te Puia cultural center, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Carver working on Māori wood sculpture at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Craftsperson weaving traditional Māori garment at Te Puia, New Zealand.
Maori guide carving wood at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Kiwi Conservation Centre sign surrounded by lush forest at Te Puia, New Zealand.
Kiwi bird in natural habitat, part of a small group tour from Auckland exploring New Zealand wildlife.
Maori cultural performance at Te Puia, New Zealand, with traditional meeting house in background.
Performer in traditional Māori attire during Te Puia Haka experience, New Zealand.
Buffet setup at Te Puia geothermal park featuring traditional Hāngī dishes.
Te Puia buffet with salmon, vegetables, and traditional dishes in Rotorua, New Zealand.
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  • Enjoy a guided tour through Te Puia, home to New Zealand’s largest active geyser and extraordinary geothermal wonders.

  • Visit the renowned Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, watching skilled artisans create intricate wood carvings and delicate woven art.

  • Explore the Kiwi Conservation Centre, where you'll see New Zealand’s iconic bird up close and learn about ongoing conservation efforts.

  • Upgrade your experience with options including a live Haka performance or a traditional Hangi buffet dinner for deeper cultural immersion.

  • Pohutu Geyser erupts up to 20 times a day, shooting water as high as 30 meters into the air—don’t miss this natural wonder during your visit.

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  • Enjoy a guided tour through Te Puia, home to New Zealand’s largest active geyser and extraordinary geothermal wonders.

  • Visit the renowned Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, watching skilled artisans create intricate wood carvings and delicate woven art.

  • Explore the Kiwi Conservation Centre, where you'll see New Zealand’s iconic bird up close and learn about ongoing conservation efforts.

  • Upgrade your experience with options including a live Haka performance or a traditional Hangi buffet dinner for deeper cultural immersion.

  • Pohutu Geyser erupts up to 20 times a day, shooting water as high as 30 meters into the air—don’t miss this natural wonder during your visit.

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NZ$100
Visitors watching a geyser erupt at Te Puia, Rotorua, during the Te Rā Guided Experience.
Geyser erupting at Te Puia geothermal park, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Guide explaining exhibits at Kiwi Education Centre, Te Puia, New Zealand.
Maori performers in traditional attire during a haka at Te Puia, New Zealand.
Maori performers in traditional attire performing a haka at Te Puia, Rotorua.
Pōhutu Geyser erupting at Te Puia, Rotorua, surrounded by lush greenery.
Visitors exploring Te Puia entrance with carved wooden pillars, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Traditional Māori carving at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand, with sunlight streaming through.
Craftsmen weaving flax at Te Puia cultural center, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Carver working on Māori wood sculpture at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Carving a traditional Māori greenstone pendant at Te Puia, New Zealand.
Kiwi Conservation Centre sign surrounded by lush forest at Te Puia, New Zealand.
North Island Brown Kiwi foraging at Te Puia during Te Rā Guided Experience.
Maori cultural performance at Te Puia, New Zealand, with traditional meeting house in background.
Performer in traditional Māori attire during Te Puia Haka experience, New Zealand.
Man and woman sharing a hongi at Te Puia, New Zealand, during Te Rā Guided Experience.
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2 hr 15 min
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  • Enhance your geothermal tour with a dynamic Haka performance, blending Māori culture and storytelling in a thrilling live show.

  • Walk through Te Puia’s volcanic landscape, marveling at boiling mud pools and the powerful Pohutu Geyser as it erupts before your eyes.

  • Discover Māori traditions as you visit a working Marae and gain insight into ancient customs through interactive cultural displays.

  • Spend time exploring the village and learning about Māori crafts at the Arts Institute, where you can interact with the artisans.

  • The Haka, performed by warriors in stunning costumes, was once used to prepare for battle and is now a key symbol of Māori pride.

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  • Enhance your geothermal tour with a dynamic Haka performance, blending Māori culture and storytelling in a thrilling live show.

  • Walk through Te Puia’s volcanic landscape, marveling at boiling mud pools and the powerful Pohutu Geyser as it erupts before your eyes.

  • Discover Māori traditions as you visit a working Marae and gain insight into ancient customs through interactive cultural displays.

  • Spend time exploring the village and learning about Māori crafts at the Arts Institute, where you can interact with the artisans.

  • The Haka, performed by warriors in stunning costumes, was once used to prepare for battle and is now a key symbol of Māori pride.

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NZ$135
Pōhutu Geyser erupting at Te Puia, Rotorua, surrounded by lush greenery.
Geyser erupting at Te Puia geothermal park, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Buffet setup at Te Puia geothermal park featuring traditional Hāngī dishes.
Guide explaining exhibits at Kiwi Education Centre, Te Puia, New Zealand.
Traditional Māori carving at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand, with sunlight streaming through.
Visitors exploring Te Puia entrance with carved wooden pillars, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Craftsmen weaving flax at Te Puia cultural center, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Carver working on Māori wood sculpture at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Craftsperson weaving traditional Māori garment at Te Puia, New Zealand.
Carving a traditional Māori greenstone pendant at Te Puia, New Zealand.
Kiwi Conservation Centre sign surrounded by lush forest at Te Puia, New Zealand.
Outdoor dining area at Te Puia with forest view, part of the Te Rā Guided Experience.
Te Puia buffet with salmon, vegetables, and traditional dishes in Rotorua, New Zealand.
Bar with various beer taps at Te Puia's Hāngī Buffet Dinner in Rotorua, New Zealand.
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Flexible duration
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  • Take a geothermal tour through Te Puia’s dramatic landscape, then savor a delicious hangi meal slow-cooked using natural geothermal heat.

  • Discover Māori culture up close, with access to the Arts and Crafts Institute where expert carvers and weavers continue age-old traditions.

  • Enjoy a guided exploration of the vibrant Te Whakarewarewa Valley, including the erupting Pohutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools.

  • Your visit includes a Hangi buffet meal, where you’ll experience authentic flavors of traditional Maori cuisine and New Zealand’s culinary heritage.

  • Fun fact: The name "Hāngī" refers to the Maori method of cooking food underground, an ancient practice that adds unique earthy and smoky flavors.

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  • Take a geothermal tour through Te Puia’s dramatic landscape, then savor a delicious hangi meal slow-cooked using natural geothermal heat.

  • Discover Māori culture up close, with access to the Arts and Crafts Institute where expert carvers and weavers continue age-old traditions.

  • Enjoy a guided exploration of the vibrant Te Whakarewarewa Valley, including the erupting Pohutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools.

  • Your visit includes a Hangi buffet meal, where you’ll experience authentic flavors of traditional Maori cuisine and New Zealand’s culinary heritage.

  • Fun fact: The name "Hāngī" refers to the Maori method of cooking food underground, an ancient practice that adds unique earthy and smoky flavors.

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NZ$279
Aerial view of a vibrant green geothermal pool with a boardwalk in Rotorua, Auckland.
Geothermal pools with vibrant colors at Te Puia, Rotorua, surrounded by lush greenery.
Geyser eruption at Te Puia cultural site, Rotorua, with geothermal activity, small group tour from Auckland.
Traditional Māori carving at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand, with sunlight streaming through.
Traditional Māori meeting house interior at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Maori cultural demonstration at Te Puia, Rotorua, with traditional carving and tattooing.
Man and woman sharing a hongi at Te Puia, New Zealand, during Te Rā Guided Experience.
Maori carving at Te Puia, Rotorua, depicting two figures with intricate patterns.
Carver working on intricate Māori wood carving at Te Puia, Rotorua.
Tudor-style Rotorua Museum in Government Gardens, part of Rotorua Highlights Tour from Auckland.
People enjoying geothermal hot springs at Te Puia, Rotorua, surrounded by steam and natural rock formations.
People enjoying a geothermal hot pool at sunrise in Rotorua, New Zealand.
Kiwi bird in natural habitat, part of a small group tour from Auckland exploring New Zealand wildlife.
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12 hr
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  • Discover Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and cultural landmarks, including Te Puia and the city’s iconic sights, all in a small-group guided tour.

  • See the incredible Pohutu Geyser in action at Te Puia and explore the Māori cultural village with its rich history and interactive experiences.

  • Enjoy a guided city tour of Rotorua, visiting Lake Rotorua, Government Gardens, and the Blue Baths, plus free time to explore on your own.

  • Round-trip transfers from Auckland ensure a hassle-free experience, with water and snacks included, making this a convenient and comfortable journey.

  • Fun fact: Rotorua’s geothermal activity is so intense that you can sometimes see steam rising from the ground throughout the city!

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  • Discover Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and cultural landmarks, including Te Puia and the city’s iconic sights, all in a small-group guided tour.

  • See the incredible Pohutu Geyser in action at Te Puia and explore the Māori cultural village with its rich history and interactive experiences.

  • Enjoy a guided city tour of Rotorua, visiting Lake Rotorua, Government Gardens, and the Blue Baths, plus free time to explore on your own.

  • Round-trip transfers from Auckland ensure a hassle-free experience, with water and snacks included, making this a convenient and comfortable journey.

  • Fun fact: Rotorua’s geothermal activity is so intense that you can sometimes see steam rising from the ground throughout the city!

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NZ$299
Maori cultural performance at Te Puia, Rotorua during Hobbiton & Rotorua tour from Auckland.
Hobbiton Movie Set with round door and lush greenery, part of Auckland's guided tour.
Hobbiton Movie Set with hobbit holes and lush green landscape near a reflective pond.
Hobbiton house with round door and garden on guided tour from Auckland.
Hobbiton village with thatched cottages and stone bridge, part of Rotorua tour.
Interior of the Green Dragon Inn at Hobbiton Movie Set with wooden tables and chairs.
Mugs of ale and cheese platter at Hobbiton Movie Set, New Zealand.
Geyser erupting at Te Puia geothermal park, part of Rotorua tour with Hobbiton movie set.
Group observing geothermal activity at Te Puia, Rotorua, during guided tour from Auckland.
Family walking on a boardwalk through geothermal steam at Te Puia, Rotorua, during a tour from Auckland.
Traditional Māori meeting house at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Traditional Māori meeting house interior at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Maori performers in traditional attire during a cultural dance at Te Puia, Rotorua.
Traditional Māori greeting during Te Puia experience in Rotorua, New Zealand.
Shuttle van in Auckland with city skyline, used for transfers to Hobbiton and Rotorua tours.
Minivan seats for transfer from Auckland to Hobbiton and Rotorua Te Puia guided tour.
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13 hr
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  • Explore two of New Zealand’s best sites in one tour: the Hobbiton film set and the geothermal and Māori cultural treasures of Te Puia.

  • Enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of the Hobbiton film set, with behind-the-scenes stories and a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn.

  • Visit Te Puia to see the famous Pohutu Geyser, bubbling mud pools and the National School of Māori Arts where you’ll see traditional carving and weaving.

  • This tour offers great flexibility, with return transfers from Auckland and the comfort of a small group with personalized attention.

  • Did you know? Te Puia’s Pohutu Geyser is the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, erupting up to 20 times a day!

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  • Explore two of New Zealand’s best sites in one tour: the Hobbiton film set and the geothermal and Māori cultural treasures of Te Puia.

  • Enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of the Hobbiton film set, with behind-the-scenes stories and a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn.

  • Visit Te Puia to see the famous Pohutu Geyser, bubbling mud pools and the National School of Māori Arts where you’ll see traditional carving and weaving.

  • This tour offers great flexibility, with return transfers from Auckland and the comfort of a small group with personalized attention.

  • Did you know? Te Puia’s Pohutu Geyser is the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, erupting up to 20 times a day!

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NZ$399
Group enjoying boat tour in glowworm-lit Waitomo Caves, part of Waitomo Caves & Rotorua Tour from Auckland.
Group exploring glowworm-lit Waitomo Caves on Auckland tour.
Geyser eruption at Te Puia cultural site, Rotorua, with geothermal activity, small group tour from Auckland.
Geothermal steam rising from Te Puia's Pohutu Geyser in Rotorua, New Zealand.
Maori performers in traditional attire during cultural show, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Maori cultural performance at Te Puia, New Zealand, with traditional meeting house in background.
Maori performers in traditional attire performing a haka at Te Puia, Rotorua.
Craftsmen weaving flax at Te Puia cultural center, Rotorua, New Zealand.
Craftsperson weaving traditional Māori garment at Te Puia, New Zealand.
Carving traditional Maori wood sculpture at Te Puia cultural site, Rotorua.
Chef demonstrating geothermal cooking at Te Puia, Rotorua, with tourists observing.
Stalactites in Waitomo Caves, New Zealand, part of the Auckland to Rotorua & Te Puia tour.
Kiwi bird in natural habitat, part of a small group tour from Auckland exploring New Zealand wildlife.
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11 hr
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  • Take in New Zealand’s geothermal and cultural gems on this full-day guided tour, combining Waitomo Caves, Rotorua's geysers, and Te Puia’s Māori arts.

  • Explore Waitomo Caves with your guide, marveling at the ancient formations of stalactites, stalagmites, and limestone pillars.

  • Discover Te Puia's geothermal marvels, including Rotorua's active mud pools and the Pohutu Geyser, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere.

  • Witness Maori craftsmanship at the National Carving and Weaving Institute and immerse in Maori culture with a visit to a traditional village.

  • Fun fact: Rotorua is surrounded by lakes, including Lake Rotorua, which was created over 140,000 years ago, and Rotorua in Maori means "second lake."

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  • Take in New Zealand’s geothermal and cultural gems on this full-day guided tour, combining Waitomo Caves, Rotorua's geysers, and Te Puia’s Māori arts.

  • Explore Waitomo Caves with your guide, marveling at the ancient formations of stalactites, stalagmites, and limestone pillars.

  • Discover Te Puia's geothermal marvels, including Rotorua's active mud pools and the Pohutu Geyser, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere.

  • Witness Maori craftsmanship at the National Carving and Weaving Institute and immerse in Maori culture with a visit to a traditional village.

  • Fun fact: Rotorua is surrounded by lakes, including Lake Rotorua, which was created over 140,000 years ago, and Rotorua in Maori means "second lake."

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NZ$399

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