May 2, 2008

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, Rotorua

Rotorua Duck Tours
Rotorua is well-known for geothermal activity. There are a number of geysers, notably the Pohutu geyser at Whakarewarewa, and hot mud pools located in the city.
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland is New Zealand's most colourful natural volcanic area.
Thousands of years in the making but only 20 minutes drive south of Rotorua.
Due to we reached too late around 11am, we missed the Lady Knox Geyser erupts daily at 10:15am (to heights of up to 20 metres).
Close to the constantly bubbling and erupting "Mud Pool"






Huge volcanic craters



Nestled with a natural bush setting, walks through this unique volcanic area take between 30 and 75 minutes.









there are many key natural features here including the world famous, multi-coloured Champagne Pool






Unique sinter terrace formations




Spectacular range of colours- green color lake







Rotorua Art & History Museum

Finger trees

Hot spa pool for tired legs



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