Day Trip to Wai-O-Tapu & Secret Hot Tubs from Auckland

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Highlights & inclusions

Full-day guided small-group tour to Rotorua
Scenic drive through Waikato farmland
Visit the corrugated iron capital of the world
Join a guided Rotorua city highlights tour
Explore Wai-O-Tapu's geothermal park
Relax in nature at Secret Spot Hot Tubs
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What you can expect

Journey from Auckland to Rotorua on this full day guided tour, where geothermal wonders meet pure relaxation. Starting with a hotel pick-up, you'll set off through the Waikato countryside, home to rolling green hills, farmland, and winding rivers. Pause for a coffee break at a local stop before continuing through Tirau, commonly referred to as the corrugated iron capital of the world. On arrival in Rotorua, your guide will take you on a city highlight driving tour, past famous city sights.

Continue your adventure at Wai-O-Tapu, a colourful geothermal park, where you'll spend around 90 minutes wandering among bubbling mud pools, steaming volcanic vents, and the otherworldly-looking champagne pool. After a lunch break, it’s time to unwind at Secret Spot Hot Tubs, with private hot tubs, warm mineral-rich waters, and serene forest views. This small-group tour is the perfect balance of discovery and relaxation, together making for an unforgettable Rotorua day trip.

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What you need to know

Inclusions
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off from selected locations in Auckland
  • Entry to Wai-O-Tapu and Secret Spot Hot Tubs
  • Guided Rotorua city highlights driving tour
Exclusions
  • Please bring your own lunch.
Time
  • Please be ready and at your selected pickup location 10 minutes prior to the tour departure time.
Duration
  • This experience is 12 hours in duration.
Departure Location
  • This experience includes return transfers from selected Auckland locations. Please advise your nearest available option after booking.
Hotel Pickup
  • Park Hyatt 6.10am
  • Swiss Belsuites Victoria Park 6.10am
  • Sofitel Viaduct Harbour 6.10am
  • Hilton Hotel 6.15am
  • M Social 6.15am
  • Movenpick Hotel 6.15am
  • Adina Apartment Hotel 6.15am
  • Copthorne Auckland City 6.15am
  • Nesuto Stadium Hotel & Apartments 6.15am
  • Pullman Auckland 6.15am
  • SO/Auckland 6.15am
  • JW Marriott Auckland City 6.20am
  • Heritage Auckland 6.20am
  • Ibis Budget Auckland Central 6.20am
  • Crowne Plaza 6.25am
  • Rydges Hotel 6.20am
  • The Grand By SkyCity 6.25am
  • SkyCity Hotel 6.25am
  • Four Points by Sheraton 6.25am
  • Grand Millennium Auckland 6.30am
  • Kiwi International Hotel 6.30am
  • Mercure Queen St 6.30am
  • VR Auckland City, 188 Hobson Street 6.30am
  • Cordis Auckland 6.35am
  • Sebel Manukau (Not Viaduct Harbour) 6.45am
Terms And Conditions
  • Not recommended for travelers with severe mobility difficulties; a moderate amount of walking is required
  • Minimum numbers apply, with a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if not met; you will be offered an alternative or a full refund
  • If you are visiting from a cruise ship, please be aware that there is no guarantee that you will be back in time for cruise departures 7.30pm or earlier
  • Children aged seven years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. You can provide your own, or one can be provided for $20 NZD with 24 hours notice
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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