Explore the raw beauty of the world's youngest geothermal site on a self-guided, ecology-focused adventure among the craters of the spectacular Waimangu Volcanic Valley.
Explore the raw beauty of the world's youngest geothermal site on a self-guided, ecology-focused adventure among the craters of the spectacular Waimangu Volcanic Valley.
This exciting geothermal attraction has a very unique ecology with rare botany and plenty of fascinating geothermal features to explore.
See the Hypnotic steam rising from the Echo Crater, marvel at the stunning Frying Pan Lake (the world's largest hot water spring), and take in the beauty and dazzling blue of the Inferno Crater hot lake. The newly forming silica terraces are also a highlight not to be missed.
Waimagu Volcanic Valley is a protected scenic reserve and includes the beautiful Lake Rotomahana. The entire valley is shrouded in pristine native forest providing sanctuary for a wide variety of New Zealand birdlife.
At any stage during your walk, you can jump on board a courtesy shuttle which regularly circles the valley back to the Waimangu Visitor Centre.
There are a range of walking options for all abilities and ambitions including:
Easy Walking
A range of easy, mainly downhill walkways through pristine native bush, teeming with spectacular birdlife and geothermal highlights. Encounter hot pools, steaming volcanic craters, newly forming silica terraces, rare geothermal plants and the multi-coloured rocks of this mysterious and beautiful valley.
Mt Haszard Hiking Trail
If your looking for a bit more of an expedition opt for an invigorating hike along the Mt Haszard Hiking Trail taking you high above the valley floor with superb panoramic views of the unique landscape.
Beginning at the inferno crater the Mt Haszard trail follows parts of the original Waimangu walking route from the early 1900's when visitors came to view the Waimangu Geyser erupting.
Waimangu Volcanic Valley is just 20 minutes South of Rotorua or 40 minutes North of Taupo.
Click here for the Full Day Experience including Lake Rotomahana Cruise
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
Sehr schöne Wege, mit malerischen und farbintensiven Farben aufgrund der geothetmischen Verfärbungen der Steine bzw der Erde.
Sehr schöne Wanderung durch eine spektakuläre Landschaft! Viele Info-Tafeln und Sitzgelegenheiten auf dem Weg.
Obwohl es regnete, war der Spaziergang sehr interessant. Am Eingang gab es sogar Leih-Regenschirme. Wir liefen bis zum Ende des Rundgangs, d.h. bis zum See. Die dampfenden Seen, die kleinen Geysire, das brodelnde Wasser - bei gutem Wetter sicher noch viel schöner. Am See konnten wir verschiedene Vögel beobachten. Für den Rückweg nahmen wir den Bus. In dem kleinen Café am Eingang konnte man sich anschließend mit Kaffee und frisch gebackenen Muffins oder Sandwiches stärken.
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Godl from Germany wrote on 23 December 2023
Antike Fotos
Leider bei bewölktem Himmel da gewesen. Hoher Eintrittspreis für eine Wanderung ohne wirkliche Highlights. Landschaft sieht man sonst auch ohne zusatzkosten🤑