Top Things to Do in Rotorua

We compared all 55 experiences in Rotorua so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.8 55 experiences from NZ$ 27 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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Ziplining in Rotorua: 6 lines through native forest
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Ziplining in Rotorua: 6 lines through native forestZipline through a 1,000-year-old native forest in Rotorua on 6 lines reaching 60km/h, with suspended bridges and tree-top platforms guided by experts who.
4,696 reviews
4.97★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
20
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 209per person
Rotorua: 6 Ziplines & 400m Tandem with Cliff Walk
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Rotorua: 6 Ziplines & 400m Tandem with Cliff WalkSix ziplines through forest near Rotorua, including a 400m tandem line at 80 km/h, suspended bridges, and NZ's only volcanic cliff walk. Gear and photos included.
2,619 reviews
4.99★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
18
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 279per person
Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free Sauna
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Travelers' pick
Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free SaunaFeel the rush on Rotorua’s Kaituna River with white water rafting, conquer Tutea Falls, then unwind in a free sauna. Includes hotel pickup and all gear.
2,177 reviews
4.98★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
15
Live guide EN · DE · JA · DA +1Free cancellationfromNZ$ 135per person
Māori Cultural Experience & Feast at Te Pā Tū
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Travelers' pick
Māori Cultural Experience & Feast at Te Pā TūSeasonal Māori cultural celebration at Te Pā Tū with traditional welcome, fusion feast, and live performance in a forest village.
1,714 reviews
4.77★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 290per person
Mitai Māori Village Rotorua: Cultural show & hangi dinner
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Travelers' pick
Mitai Māori Village Rotorua: Cultural show & hangi dinnerMitai Māori Village evening tour in Rotorua includes waka canoe on the stream, haka and cultural performance, traditional hangi buffet.
1,461 reviews
4.61★
Duration
3h
Every day
18:30
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 179per person
Rotorua Rafting: Tūtea Falls & Kaituna River
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Rotorua Rafting: Tūtea Falls & Kaituna RiverRaft the Kaituna River in Rotorua with free hotel pickup, tackle the world's highest commercially rafted waterfall.
819 reviews
4.95★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
5
Live guide EN · JAPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 139per person
Glow-worm tour Rotorua: Night walk in native bush
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Glow-worm tour Rotorua: Night walk in native bushWalk through Rotorua's native forest at night with a guide to see thousands of glow-worms lighting up the darkness, plus waterfalls and wildlife sounds you won't hear by day.
766 reviews
4.99★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 125per person
Rotorua Duck Boat Tour: WWII Amphibious Vehicle on 18 Lakes
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Travelers' pick
Rotorua Duck Boat Tour: WWII Amphibious Vehicle on 18 LakesRide a genuine WWII amphibious vehicle for 90 minutes through Rotorua's 18 lakes and geothermal landmarks.
683 reviews
4.80★
Duration
1h 30m–1h 45m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 95per person
Rotorua Forest Hot Tub Soak: Private Cedar Pools in Whakarewarewa
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Best value
Rotorua Forest Hot Tub Soak: Private Cedar Pools in WhakarewarewaSoak in a private cedar hot tub for 45 minutes in Whakarewarewa Forest near Rotorua, with cold plunge access, complimentary water and lockers included.
634 reviews
4.83★
Duration
45m
start times · Every day
48
Free cancellationfromNZ$ 45per person
Extreme Sports Rides Rotorua: Velocity Valley Thrills
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Extreme Sports Rides Rotorua: Velocity Valley ThrillsPick your own extreme ride at Velocity Valley near Rotorua: Swoop, Agrojet, Freefall Xtreme, Shweeb or the new Vertigo freefall.
603 reviews
4.80★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
8
Free cancellationfromNZ$ 65per group
Rotorua: Whakarewarewa Māori Village Guided Tour & Geyser
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Rotorua: Whakarewarewa Māori Village Guided Tour & GeyserWhakarewarewa Village guided tour in Rotorua with Pohutu Geyser, geothermal pools, and traditional kai cooked in hot springs. Tūhourangi guides. Entry included.
542 reviews
4.69★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
7
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 58per person
Lake Karapiro Glowworm Kayak Tour Rotorua
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Lake Karapiro Glowworm Kayak Tour RotoruaPaddle Lake Karapiro at twilight and glide through Pokaiwhenua Stream canyon. Watch glowworms light the cliffs. Includes kayak, wetsuit, 3-hour adventure from South Waikato.
531 reviews
4.93★
Duration
3h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 179per person
Ziplining Rotorua: Over Waterfalls & Native Forest
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Travelers' pick
Ziplining Rotorua: Over Waterfalls & Native ForestZipline over three waterfalls and the Kaituna River through native forest near Rotorua with a Māori guide who shares stories while you fly through the canopy for 2.5 hours.
505 reviews
4.98★
Duration
2h 30m
start times · Every day
9
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 169per person
Rotorua Redwoods: High Ropes Adventure & Forest Bridges
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Rotorua Redwoods: High Ropes Adventure & Forest BridgesFeel the sway of jungle bridges high above Rotorua’s Redwoods, guided by locals. Includes all safety gear and a 2-hour adventure in Whakarewarewa Forest.
446 reviews
4.99★
Duration
2h
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 145per person
Rotorua: Glow Worm Kayak Tour & Lake Caves at Night
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Travelers' pick
Rotorua: Glow Worm Kayak Tour & Lake Caves at NightEvening kayak tour on Rotorua Lakes with glow worm caves, stargazing, and pickup from town included. Small groups, all equipment provided, no experience needed.
403 reviews
4.85★
Duration
3h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide ENHotel pickupFree cancellationfromNZ$ 225per person
Rotorua geothermal tour: Wai-O-Tapu and Lady Knox Geyser
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Travelers' pick
Rotorua geothermal tour: Wai-O-Tapu and Lady Knox GeyserSmall-group morning tour from Rotorua picks you up around 8 AM, walks you through Wai-O-Tapu's colorful hot springs.
393 reviews
4.85★
Duration
5h
Every day
08:00
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 230per person
Te Puia Geothermal Valley: Pōhutu Geyser & kiwi in 90 minutes
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Travelers' pick
Te Puia Geothermal Valley: Pōhutu Geyser & kiwi in 90 minutes90-minute guided walk through Te Puia's geothermal valley: see Pōhutu Geyser, visit kiwi, watch Māori carvers. Includes guide and attractions.
386 reviews
4.54★
Duration
1h 30m
start times · Every day
3
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 105per person
Rotorua: Zorb Ball Ride Down Mount Ngongotaha
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Rotorua: Zorb Ball Ride Down Mount NgongotahaRoll inside a giant inflatable ball down Mount Ngongotaha's zig-zag track. Two tracks, hot tubs and sauna included. Minimum age 5, max weight 135kg.
382 reviews
4.75★
Duration
1h
Every dayLive guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 95per person
Rotorua: Kiwi Hatchery Tour & Nocturnal House
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Rotorua: Kiwi Hatchery Tour & Nocturnal HouseGuided tour of New Zealand's kiwi conservation facility in Rotorua. See eggs, chicks (Sep–Mar), and live kiwi in the Nocturnal House. 1 hour, all ages, shuttle included.
364 reviews
4.80★
Duration
1h
start times · Every day
10
Live guide ENFree cancellationfromNZ$ 81per person
Rotorua: Mt Tarawera Crater Hike & 1886 Volcanic History
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Rotorua: Mt Tarawera Crater Hike & 1886 Volcanic HistoryGuided Mt Tarawera hike from Rotorua with crater views, geothermal valley, and hotel pickup. 4.5 hours, professional guide, all fitness levels welcome.
353 reviews
4.92★
Duration
4h 30m
start times · Every day
2
Live guide ENPickup optionalFree cancellationfromNZ$ 195NZ$ 176per person
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