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north island itineraries

tauranga - rotorua

TAURANGA - ROTORUA

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New Zealand ItinerariesTravel distance is approximately 82kms (51 miles).
Allow at least 1 hours drive time (not including stops).

After spending an enjoyable stay over in the city of Tauranga, enjoy a brunch in one of the many awesome cafes before continuing your drive in the Bay of Plenty area as you head towards Te Puke and your destination for the day and evening, Lake Rotorua. Try not to indulge too much time on the road with stops to check out all the local visitor spots as you really want to get to allow yourself plenty of time in Rotorua so you can make the most of the extensive array of award winning visitor attractions and activities.

Some notable stops along the route to Rotorua include:

TE PUKE
Welcome to the 'Kiwifruit Capital of the World'! Located in the heart of New Zealand's kiwifruit industry, Te Puke is only 10 minutes from three of the regions top surf beaches.

LONGRIDGE FUN PARK
Located in Te Puke, this award winning visitor activity is loads of fun for those seeking outdoor action. Take a jet boat trip down the awesome Kaituna River before take a U-Drive 4WD adventure along a customised, off-road course. Softer adventure options include guided farm tours and Kiwifruit tours.

PAENGAROA
The Comvita Visitor Centre is the home of natural health in New Zealand and is all about bee's and honey! Here you will find the largest selection of internationally renowned Comvita products, including Manuka honey!

OKERE FALLS SCENIC RESERVE
Located just 21km's before Rotorua on Trout Pool Road, enjoy beautiful walking tracks, the tranquil Trout Pool, picturesque waterfalls and the site of Rotorua's first hydro-electric power station.

ROTORUA
One of the most famous tourist destinations in New Zealand, from the moment you arrive in Rotorua you will experience a place that is quite different from anywhere else in New Zealand. From the scent of sulphur in the air, to nearby geothermal hotspots with spouting geysers, mud pools bubbling and belching, and warm geothermal pools and ponds that create a kaleidoscope of colour, this is the place to stay and enjoy for as long as possible!

Highly recommended Rotorua tourist attractions include...

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland - This geothermal sightseeing attraction is just outside of Rotorua and allows visitors to view a wide range of stunning natural features including geysers, mud pools, mineral terraces, hot and cold pools plus steaming volcanic lakes.

Crater Lakes - Due to thousands of years of volcanic activity, Rotorua boasts many stunning lakes throughout the region, all steeped in local Maori history. The famous Green and Blue lakes are located adjacent to each other in lush forest settings. The Blue Lake is a popular recreational area with walking tracks, hiking tracks and much more.

Buried Village - Visit the Museum of Te Wairoa and take a special journey as the fascinating story of the village of Te Wairoa unfolds, including the voyages to the Pink and White Terraces and the eruption of Mt Tarawera.

Hells Gate Thermal Reserve - Rotorua’s most active thermal park and New Zealand's only mud bath complex with geothermal mud and therapeutic water.

Agrodome Sheep Show & Farm Tour - Enjoy an hour long live show of working New Zealand sheep and dairy farming in an interactive and truly enjoyable display.

Rotorua is the cultural capital of New Zealand and offers visitors a huge range of cultural experiences, including genuine Hangi and Maori performances, geothermal marvels and for nature lovers, lakes and forests galore for fishing, mountain biking, hiking, rafting, tours and much more!