Explore spectacular activity in the world’s youngest geothermal system on a self-guided walking tour at Waimangu Volcanic Valley. We offer a …
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Dec 20, 2024
As a geothermal geologist i have visited all the commercial geothermal tourist sites. Waimangu is my favourite. It has a beautiful natural setting walking for about 90 minutes down thru forests with …Full review by davidhughtaylor
Feb 5, 2024
Fabulous. Would recommend:) Mostly gentle downhill walk - fabulous views and a lovely relaxing cruise - including crater and geyser with bus back.Full review by Amanda T
Feb 1, 2024
If I could give this 6 stars I would. I was just so, so thrilled to see this amazing natural wonder. Only 140 years ago the lush, verdant valley was bare, and blasted with ash and mud from the volcan…Full review by miniman2804
Is Te Puia similar sights to Waimangu? If we only have time to see one, recommendations
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Different, so it's like comparing apples and oranges. Te Puia is more commercial, and the geyser when it goes off is quite satisfying. They also have the cultural displays, the kiwi …
Different, so it's like comparing apples and oranges. Te Puia is more commercial, and the geyser when it goes off is quite satisfying. They also have the cultural displays, the kiwi house, and a very good shop with locally made arts & craft items. Waimangu was a more natural setting, with less crowds, and the boat trip on the lake (extra) was a different perspective on how the volcanoes create the landscape. Their mud pools were quite active while we were there. If you are short of time and won't have an opportunity to see Kiwi or take in a cultural experience elsewhere, Te Puia will give you a more time effective experience. We were glad we did both.
There are several thermal sites near Rotorua like Waiotapu, Waimangu Volcanic Valley, The craters of the moon, Orakei Korako thermal park etc. I just wanna do one and which is the best among all these?
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I would do Wai-O-Tapu, as this allows some good close up views of any activity, The second option would be the valley, which doesn't have close up views, buy does have a good …
I would do Wai-O-Tapu, as this allows some good close up views of any activity, The second option would be the valley, which doesn't have close up views, buy does have a good launch trip. They are very good attractions, and if your elderly the first choice may be better.
We only have time to do either Wai-O-Tapu or Waimangu. For those who have done both which would you recommend. We are a family with children aged 7,9 and 11.
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Definitely, without question, do Waimangu over Wai-O-Tapu!! There is no comparison, I think. The kids are old enough to keep up with the walking and will find it much more interesting. …
Definitely, without question, do Waimangu over Wai-O-Tapu!! There is no comparison, I think. The kids are old enough to keep up with the walking and will find it much more interesting. Plus, you can go at your own pace and there a plenty of places to stop and rest. I think the kids (and you) won't be disappointed if you choose Waimangu over Wai-O-Tapu. Enjoy!
Need to find out if this park is suitable for an elderly couple who have difficulty walking long distances, particularly rough uphill tracks.
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I don't think it would be suitable. The walk is quite long and although it is mainly downhill (you can get the bus back up to the top) it does have ups and downs and in places the …
I don't think it would be suitable. The walk is quite long and although it is mainly downhill (you can get the bus back up to the top) it does have ups and downs and in places the surface is quite uneven. It would also be hot at this time of year.
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