Itinerary
Experience the unique landscape and history of Mt Tarawera. Infamous for its eruption on June 10th, 1886, Mt Tarawera created the world’s youngest geothermal valley of Waimangu, at the same time destroying the legendary Pink and White Terraces. This fully guided walking experience encompasses the unique landscape and history of the area. With unmatched scenic vistas and 360 panoramic views this experience is ideal for all ages and includes an optional scree run in to the heart of the volcanic crater.
Stop At:
• Kaitiaki Adventures, 1135A Te Ngae Road, Tikitere, Rotorua 3074, New Zealand
• Te Puia, Hemo Road, Rotorua New Zealand
• Te Pa Tu, 1220 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua 3073 New Zealand
• Waimangu Volcanic Valley, 587 Waimangu Rd Off State Highway 5, Rotorua 3043 New Zealand
• Rerewhakaaitu Bretts Road Camping Area, Rerewhakaaitu Road, Rerewhakaaitu 3073, New Zealand
• Mt. Tarawera, Tr, Rotorua New Zealand
See Availability.
Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up from most accommodations in central Rotorua
4 hours 30 minutes(approx.)
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : triniboyinNZ
A group of international students had the experience to phone home about. While the weather was not great, the guides made up for an invigorating, informative and richly rewarding hike up, around and into the crater. Wish I could name them all but shout out to Jason and Anahera. Highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-05-09
Posted By : 458chrisd
This is a short but exhilarating hike. Short in the sense of total distance travelled, but it's a good amount of time on the mountain. Our guides, Anahera and Caprice, were great and provided us with lots of information about the mountain, the surrounding land, their history, and their people.
While this hike is suitable for most ages and skill levels, you should have a moderate level of fitness to do it. There are a few areas that are fairly vertical, both hiking up and hiking down, which could be difficult for people who aren't used to hiking or who have issues affecting their mobility.
Overall, if you like to hike and want to see a beautiful volcanic crater with lots of awesome views, I'd definitely recommend letting this team take you up Mt. Tarawera.
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Posted On : 2024-04-25
Posted By : S8294TZjenniferb
Incredible views, fun and short but still somewhat challenging hike (some of that was due to the windy conditions), really good guides.
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Posted On : 2024-04-17
Posted By : Rachel_B
I really enjoyed walking/sliding down the mountain and seeing all the different views from the top of the mountain!
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Posted On : 2024-04-15
Posted By : klkamish
Amazing hike, spectacular views, my experience was beyond what I imagined, every single section was full of surprises!
The staff were friendly and helpful during the hike and drive thanks heaps, you created an unforgettable memory for me and my son.
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Posted On : 2024-04-15
Posted By : PforP
Parts of this walk looked a bit daunting to some in the group. The guides, who had a wonderful sense of humour, were excellent at encouraging and supporting them - everyone completed the walk, no problems. This was a marvellous experience on a day when you could see clearly to Ruapehu and White Island. Awesome!
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Posted On : 2024-04-06
Posted By : Maps05648326330
If you're looking for something unique to do in the beautiful Rotorua area, I would recommend this! You can only make your way up Tarawera with the permission of the local hapū who work alongside Kaitiaki Adventures. Money from doing this also goes back to the local hapū as well as conservation projects for maintaining Tarawera. The hike was only a couple of hours because we took our time and ate our lunch in the crater of the volcano once we had fun sliding down the scree. It was a totally manageable hike as well - enough to make you work up a sweat but not hard enough to be off putting. One of the women in our tour group was 70 year's old and led from the front with our awesome guide, Jack, who not only knew where all the good photo/video spots were but who educated us along the way by sharing significant facts re: the volcano, the area as well as local peoples and their histories etc: again, if you're looking for something unique to do in the beautiful Rotorua area, I would most definitely recommend this!
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Posted On : 2024-03-30
Posted By : alyssa_c
Jack was an excellent guide, and the hike which was otherwise scary was fun and exciting. He was so good with each member of our group, making us feel like we were truly experiencing something very special and I felt our group really bonded. The volcano was so beautiful- but please note- windy and cold in early autumn! Wear good hiking boots!!
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Posted On : 2024-03-23
Posted By : cadthefrenchie
A big big thanks for the support from your team to my whānau. They enjoyed a lot their walk on Tarawera thanks to your help and support. Big big thanks to your team. You're awesome.
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Posted On : 2024-03-22
Posted By : Joanne_Y
Amazing view and great workout :). Much more adventurous and fun than we expected. The guides are cool and funny. Dress properly as it can be windy and cold.
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Posted On : 2024-03-15
