Water activities

Tarawera and lakes eco tour

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$62.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 2 hours

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Visit 4 lakes including the sacred Rotokakahi with splashdown onto three including the magnificent Tarawera
Listen to stories of old including Maori Migration, volcanic eruptions, early European settlement and so much more
Delve into the ecology of the area including flora and fauna

What to expect

Enjoy the lush natural landscapes and stunning lakes in this Tarawera and lakes eco tour. This tour takes you on a deeper journey through the Rotorua Lakes District with the highlight being a visit to Lake Tarawera. It not only serves as an amazing backdrop, but it's also home to Mount Tarawera, which erupted in 1886.

To start the journey, you will first visit the stunning Lake Okareka, which is a small lakeside community within a bird sanctuary. Then, you will explore Tikitapu (Blue Lake) with its incredible colors and natural surrounding area.

After that, you will pass the most sacred lake in the area, Rotokakahi, and the Buried Village of Te Wairoa. And of course, you will be blown away by the breathtaking view of Mount Tarawera. Together with your fun and expert guide, you will also learn about the amazing history of the incredible WWII landing craft that you are traveling on and how it was used throughout the war and history. If you love history and would like to explore Rotorua, this tour is perfect for you!

What's included

Guided tour

Where

1241 Fenton Street, Rotorua, New Zealand

Meeting point:

Rotorua Duck Tours

What to remember

The local operator reserves the right to cancel or amend any tour for any reason
The local operator assumes no responsibility for any personal injury, loss, or damage to personal equipment, delays, or irregularities that may occur in the operation of this business for any reason

Provider

Rotorua Duck Tours Ltd

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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