Rotorua

New Zealand

About Rotorua

A geothermal and Māori-cultural hub on the North Island: geysers and a Māori cultural center combined at Te Puia, the vividly colored hot springs of Wai-O-Tapu (including the "Champagne Pool"), the volcanic Waimangu Valley, and traditional hangi feasts paired with haka performances in the evening. The Waitomo Glowworm Caves are a popular day excursion from town.

Food & drink

HangiFood

Traditional Māori method of cooking food in an underground earth oven, similar to Fijian lovo.

PavlovaFood

Classic New Zealand meringue-based dessert.

Things to do

Te Puia

nature park

Wai-O-Tapu

nature park

Waimangu Volcanic Valley

nature park

Māori Cultural Evening (Hangi + haka)

cultural site

Redwoods Treewalk

nature park

Polynesian Spa

entertainment & leisure

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

cave

Zorbing

adventure sport