Driving Route: Rotorua - Napier - Rotorua. Day 1: Rotorua - Waikaremoana (Urewera National Park). Driving directions for your self-drive holiday in New Zealand, guiding you from Rotorua to Waikaremoana (Urewera National Park). Waikaremoana is one of New Zealand's most beautiful wilderness lakes, and the gateway to the Urewera National Park.
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High: 13 Low: 12Travel time is approximate only, based on an average driving speed under normal road conditions.
| Travel time | Km | (Miles) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rotorua - Waikaremoana (Urewera National Park) | 4.75 hrs | 376 | 235 |
| Totals for Day | 4.75 hrs | 376 | 235 |
376 km (235 miles)
Approximately 4.75 hours
Road Conditions: State Highway
Rotorua sits squarely on the Pacific Ring of Fire, so volcanic activity is part of the city's past and present. Explore the geothermal areas and discover the unique culture of New Zealand's Maori people. Rotorua is entertaining in any weather, at any time of the year.
Forest is the dominant scenery on the adventurous road to Waikaremoana. You'll be driving through the Kaingaroa Forest (one of the world's largest pine plantations), followed by the native forest of Whirinaki and the Urewera Ranges.
Horse trekking, trout fishing, and hiking are all possible activities. Murupara is the only town you'll encounter—a well-equipped forestry settlement with a passion for hunting and fishing.
Waikaremoana is one of New Zealand's most beautiful wilderness lakes, and the gateway to the Urewera National Park. Walking tracks are well maintained and clearly signposted. The Onepoto Caves are a highlight.
Near the shores of the lake is Aniwaniwa, which has a visitor centre. Also on the lake shore is a motor camp with motels, cabins and tent-sites.
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