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Wairakei Terraces Walkway

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Come and explore the bubbling and streaming lands of Wairakei Terraces - A geothermal wonderland and the jewel in the crown of this magical region.

Come and explore the bubbling and streaming lands of Wairakei Terraces - A geothermal wonderland and the jewel in the crown of this magical region.

Highlights

  • Experience a geothermal landscape
  • Be amazed by the power of the geysers
  • Learn about the history of the Ngati Tuwharetoa tribe

Come and explore the bubbling and streaming lands of Wairakei Terraces - A geothermal wonderland and the jewel in the crown of this magical region.

Wairakei is highly valued by Maori's who settled here over a 1,000 years ago and enjoyed the waters therapeutic and healing powers.

Marvel at the intricate Maori carvings during your walk through the terraces which depict the history of the local tribe Ngati Tuwharetoa.

You'll be in awe of the geysers that blast the waters up from depths of 1.5km reaching pressures of 250 thousand pounds per square inch.

The vivid blue pools cascade beautifully over the terraces, carrying the silica which helped form these amazing natural platforms.

Come and experience these outstanding terraces and discover for yourself why they were once touted as the true eighth wonder of the world.

Adult $15.00
Child $7.50

What's included

  • Entry to the Wairakei Terraces Walkway

Location

  • Wairakei is on the Thermal Explorer Highway
  • just 5 mins drive north of Lake Taupo. Adjacent to State Highway 1 and 5
  • bordering the Geothermal Steamfield and across the Road from Wairakei Resort Hotel. 50 mins drive from Rotorua

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Location: Wairakei is on the Thermal Explorer Highway, just 5 mins drive north of Lake Taupo. Adjacent to State Highway 1 and 5, bordering the Geothermal Steamfield and across the Road from Wairakei Resort Hotel. 50 mins drive from Rotorua

    IMPORTANT: Tickets are strictly non transferable & non refundable

Available Bookings from 23 Dec to 5 Jan 2025

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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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nacquitak from New Zealand wrote on 14 April 2023

Good experience

Good experience - not sure worth the cost of full price? If you are planning on visiting Spa pools, no need to purchase ticket for walk way

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lurenreddy from New Zealand wrote on 27 May 2022

Awesome experience

Interesting information dotted around the walk. Great history ans amazing mother nature

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Kristal Edmonds from New Zealand wrote on 27 August 2023

Highly recommended

Absolutely amazing experience. Loved every second of it!

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Rajesh from New Zealand wrote on 10 October 2022

Natural beauty

Fantastic place to visit with family absolutely neutral beauty you can see how amazing Mother Earth can be

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cheriefnz from New Zealand wrote on 23 October 2024

Beautiful little park

Well maintained, relaxed environment and wonderful, friendly staff

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