Rotorua
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Lake Rotorua is the largest lake in the district and the most productive trout fishery in New Zealand. The city of Rotorua is sited on its southern shore, and the town of Ngongotaha is at the western edge of the lake. Due to geothermal activity in the area, Lake Rotorua has a high sulphur content that causes the lake water to have an unusual yellowish-green hue.
Sitting in the centre of Lake Rotorua is Mokoia Island - probably New Zealand's best-known lake island, and is closely associated with one of the best-known Māori legends, that of Hinemoa and Tutanekai.
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Today Mokoia Island is a sanctuary to endangered birds and wildlife.
Due to geothermal activity in the area, (including still active geysers and hot mud pools), Lake Rotorua has a high sulphur content that causes the lake water to have an unusual yellowish-green hue.
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HAMURANA SPRINGS WALK - Rotorua
HAMURANA SPRINGS WALK - Rotorua
Hamurana Springs is a wonderful place to perk yourself up with a non-strenuous short walk (½hr tops) in a tranquil setting, far away from the drama of daily life. And the water! Crystal clear but laced with shades of turquoise, jade and emerald, it looks so inviting it's hard to resist throwing your clothes off and diving right in.
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KAWARAU JET ROTORUA & KJET PARASAILING - Rotorua
KAWARAU JET ROTORUA & KJET PARASAILING - Rotorua
Mobile-friendly - On the shores of scenic Lake Rotorua, Kawarau Jet offers an endless range of activities, combining sightseeing and the cultural aspects of the surrounding area with speed, spins and adrenalin. People of all ages and large groups are welcome to step aboard our jet boat and cruise with us across Lake Rotorua or enjoy the exhilaration of KJet parasailing.
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- +64 7 343 7600
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- 0800 538 7746 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 1193, Rotorua, New Zealand
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KOURA LODGE - Rotorua
KOURA LODGE - Rotorua
Mobile-friendly - Koura Lodge offers boutique, lakeside, bed and breakfast accommodation in Rotorua, New Zealand. Enjoying an unrivalled lakefront location, Koura Lodge is at the centre of it all. Just five minutes' drive to the city centre and even closer to many of Rotorua's world famous attractions.
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- +64 7 348 5868
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- 209 Kawaha Point Road, Rotorua, New Zealand
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LAKE ROTORUA HOTEL - Rotorua
LAKE ROTORUA HOTEL - Rotorua
Mobile-friendly - Nestled beside the beautiful, mystic shores of Lake Rotorua, this contemporary hotel is positioned right in the heart of this unique geothermal region. Just an easy 15 minute stroll or 5 minute drive to Rotorua CBD, the hotel affords easy access to the astonishing array of cultural, adventure and recreational activities available in this amazing area.
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- +64 7 346 2110
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- 131 Lake Road, Koutu, Rotorua, New Zealand
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PADDLE BOARD ROTORUA - Lake Rotorua
PADDLE BOARD ROTORUA - Lake Rotorua
Mobile-friendly - Amazing guided tours of Rotorua's scenic lakes and nature surrounds, while experiencing the freedom of paddle boarding. Our Glowworm paddleboard tour is perfect for all skill levels. Enjoy a breathtaking scenic sunset paddle across the lake before adventuring through caves filled with constellations of glowworms.
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- +64 22 427 9136
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- Rotorua, New Zealand
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Ezyfishing Charters - Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
Ezyfishing Charters - Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
Bay of Plenty fishing with your owner/operator guide Lindsay Hunt. Choose between inshore saltwater, coastal saltwater fishing or freshwater fishing. Taupo and Rotorua lakes, Whakatane and White Island.
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Children’s Garden Tours
Kids are invited to learn how volcanic eruptions formed Rotorua, hear about the ferocious battles that took place, and explore the gardens around our historic buildings. Rotorua Museum are hosting these fun and ...
Where: Government Gardens, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: Queens Drive, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 10:30am on Wednesday 9th January 2019
To: 11:30am on Wednesday 30th January 2019
Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Jr
Take a journey out of the zoo and onto the stage with your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends from the blockbuster DreamWorks film. Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip Hippo and ...
Where: Energy Events Centre, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: Queens Dr, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 7:00pm on Thursday 10th January 2019
To: 8:30pm on Sunday 20th January 2019
Fun In The Sun
Join our Summer Fun in the Sun activities this December and January and get out there to explore the natural lakes and beaches in the Bay of Plenty. With 12 activities on offer for each location, now's your chance to ...
Where: Sport Bay of Plenty, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1189 Amohia St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 8:00am on Friday 21st December 2018
To: 8:00pm on Thursday 31st January 2019
Club Cabaret - Summer Show 2019
Let the night seduce you…Blue Baths famous Summer Show is back featuring a star cast for Club Cabaret. Welcome to Club Cabaret. The drinks are flowing, the music is pumping, and our performers are ready to entertain ...
Where: The Blue Baths, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: Queens Drive, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 8:00pm on Thursday 10th January 2019
To: 10:15pm on Saturday 9th February 2019
Rotorua Museum Summer Pick-a-Path Activity Sheet
Enjoy this summer holiday boredom buster as kids chose different activities to be in to win some great prizes. Running from 7 January until 11 February 2019 you can collect the Pick-a-Path Activity Sheet from Rotorua ...
Where: Government Gardens, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: Queens Drive, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 9:00am on Monday 7th January 2019
To: 5:00pm on Monday 11th February 2019
History of Children’s Day
A photographic exhibition Come and view this special exhibition of photographs of the Redwoods Children’s Day in Rotorua Lakes Council Galleria. On display from 2 November 2018 until 24 January 2019, these ...
Where: Rotorua Lakes Council, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1061 Haupapa St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 8:00am on Friday 2nd November 2018
To: 5:00pm on Thursday 24th January 2019
200 Show Exhibition In the Mosaic and Cottage Galleries
200 Show Exhibition in the Mosaic and Cottage Galleries, open to view during The Arts Village opening hours Monday to Friday 9am to 4.30pm and Saturdays 10am to 4pm.
Where: The Arts Village, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1240 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 9:00am on Tuesday 4th December 2018
To: 4:30pm on Friday 25th January 2019
Blowing Demonstrations
Take a break from all the action packed adventures on offer in Rotorua and come visit the only hot glass studio in town for a glass blowing demonstration. Our live demos let you see art created from molten glass right ...
Where: Amokura Glass, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 153 Fairy Springs Rd, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 12:30pm on Monday 24th December 2018
To: 6:00pm on Sunday 3rd February 2019
Fish Out of Water Art Trail
Explore central Rotorua this summer and find the beautiful decorated fish created by local artists. Get a free trail map from the Rotorua iSite (Fenton Street) or any of the Fish Host venues and find all 13 fish to go ...
Where: Rotorua i-SITE, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: 1167 Fenton St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 9:00am on Thursday 20th December 2018
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 3rd February 2019
Rotorua Lake Sculpture Trail
Sixteen talented sculptors spent 10 days creating beautiful new sculptures, as part of the 2018 Rotorua Sculpture Symposium. The new sculptures, relating to the symposium theme Ngā Wai o Rotorua – The Waters of ...
Where: Government Gardens, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Address: Queens Drive, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
From: 9:00am on Friday 7th December 2018
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 17th February 2019