Overview
This carefully curated day tour combines the best of Rotorua's natural wonders, Māori culture, and world-class relaxation, offering a truly immersive experience. You will visit Te Puia for a 90-minute guided tour, & the Polynesian Spa for a deluxe lake spa entry.
What you will be doing
Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city!
Exiting Auckland, we travel south through the stunning Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world, encountering beautiful scenery, mighty rivers, great photo opportunities, impressive mountains and several farm animals along the way. During our adventure in the Waikato we will also stop for a quick coffee break at a special location.
Continuing our journey to Rotorua, we pass through Tirau, famously dubbed the 'Corrugated Iron Capital of the World' because of the many unique corrugated iron sculptures and buildings. This town never fails to get a look and a laugh and our guides will point out all the main highlights on the way through.
On arrival in Rotorua, your first stop is the world-renowned Te Puia. Here, you'll enjoy a fully guided tour of this iconic cultural and geothermal park. Marvel at the impressive Pohutu Geyser, bubbling mud pools, and steaming fumaroles. Learn about the traditions, artistry, and history of the Māori people as you explore the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, where master carvers and weavers preserve and share their ancient crafts. Don't miss the chance to see the elusive kiwi bird at the onsite Kiwi House!
After your Te Puia experience, you will have the opportunity to purchase some lunch.
he afternoon takes a serene turn as you arrive at the luxurious Polynesian Spa. Enjoy exclusive entry to the Deluxe Lake Spa, where you’ll soak in geothermal mineral pools overlooking the tranquil waters of Lake Rotorua. The natural mineral-rich waters, sourced from two unique springs, are known for their therapeutic properties, providing ultimate relaxation for body and mind.
Sadly the tour must come to an end as we re-enter Auckland and say our goodbyes.
Where we'll meet
🧭 Meeting/pick-up point: Cnr of Queen Street &, 269-287 Wellesley Street West, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
🗺️ Instructions: We will pick up from the below hotels: Copthorne Hotel Auckland Cordis Hotel Auckland Crowne Plaza Auckland Grand Mercure Hotel Grand Millennium Hotel Heritage Hotel Auckland Hilton Hotel Auckland Ibis Budget Auckland Kiwi International Hotel M Social Hotel Movenpick Hotel Pullman Hotel Auckland Rydges Hotel Auckland The Sebel Auckland Manukau SkyCity Hotel SkyCity Grand Hotel Sofitel Hotel Auckland SO/ Auckland If you are not staying in the above hotels, please choose the nearest pick-up location. We will meet you at the entrance. If you have not booked your hotel at the time of booking, we will set you up as picking up from SkyCity Hotel (Auckland). Please let us know once your hotel is confirmed.
Things to know
Accessibility:
Children friendly
Fitness requirement
Any fitness level
Tour Language
English
License requirement
None
Additional information:
Children under the age of 7 must be in a child safety seat, as it is a legal requirement in New Zealand. If you need a safety seat or booster seat these can be added during the booking process.
In the very rare event that the weather is so bad we have to cancel due to safety reasons, we will offer a full refund. Please wait for us to contact you and check your emails regularly, and if you do not hear from us then the tour is going ahead as planned.
Wear comfortable clothing, sensible footwear, a charging cable for your phone or camera, your e-ticket or booking confirmation number, and a small amount of cash for lunch and souvenirs. A rain jacket is a handy thing to have with you in New Zealand!
Inclusion ✅
Lunch
Pick up and drop off transport
Tour transport
Entrance ticket
Tour guide
Exclusion ❌
Gratuities
About your host
Cheeky Kiwi TravelWe are all about giving you a real Kiwi Adventure. Our tours and day trips have a maximum of 16 guests! We believe it's the small extra things we do, combined with being flexible, that make all the difference to your experience and give you an amazing trip. Our trips have been described as fun and informative, with, of course, a little bit of cheekiness. From the outset, our mission has been to nurture both our communities and the environment, aligning with and advocating for The Tiaki Promise. We've reduced our carbon emissions by adopting fuel-efficient vehicles and closely monitoring fuel usage. Our drivers are incentivised to follow eco-friendly practices, ensuring your journey is as environmentally responsible as possible. We pride ourselves on being a fully paperless office, and we prioritise responsible waste management during our operations. We encourage our guests to travel responsibly with Wild Kiwi and to commit to The Tiaki Promise to care for New Zealand, for now, and for future generations.
Qualmark Gold: Qualmark works with Tourism New Zealand to help the tourism industry deliver high-quality experiences and maintain a high level of visitor satisfaction. Only businesses that deliver a quality sustainable experience, ones that have undergone an independent evaluation, and showcase true New Zealand hospitality, are recognised through a Qualmark accreditation. It has three levels: Gold, Silver and Bronze.
For every trip booked, Kodama Travel donates £1 to Just One Tree to restore our forests and the ocean.