New Zealand · BOAT TOURS IN ROTORUA
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 4 boat tours in Rotorua worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Ride a WWII duck across Rotorua lakes Tikitapu and Okareka, with live city stories, views of Mt Tarawera, and easy 1.5-hour timing.
“We thoroughly enjoyed this experience and along the way we learnt a lot about the history and geology of the region as well as the provenance of the Duk.”
Ride a WWII duck boat through Rotorua’s lakes for 2 hours, with live guide stories and photo stops including Lake Tarawera.
“Enjoyed the experience of riding in the DWK as well as the beauty and interest of the lakes and scenery. A very informed and amusing driver commentator”
Katoa Jet boat on Lake Rotorua: 30 minutes of V8 speed, 360-degree spins, and live stories of Mokoia Island and Sulphur Bay.
“The tour was fun. Tour guide was Skux 👌 funny and informative. The boat ride was kool as my kids and I had a blast. Definitely do it again nxt time we are here.”
Walk Waimangu Volcanic Valley’s geothermal trails, then cruise Lake Rotomahana for a 45-minute skipper commentary in Rotorua.
“A valley to walk with some volvanic activity. Lots of fauna and rainforest. Expect wind on the boattrip. Expect 2 hrs of walking downhill one way. Less crowded than wai o tapu. Impressive landscape. The full package is not cheap. The bus is quite old. There is a little geysir close to the path. Some path was closed. Clean toilets are on the ways 3x.”
From the fiords to the geothermal belt, sorted by what you want to do with the day.
