Tarawera and Rotorua Lakes Eco Tour by Boat with Guide
4.8
175 Ratings
Rotorua
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Rotorua lakes district on a fully guided eco tour by boat. Learn about the history and the devastating Mt Tarawera eruption while exploring 4 stunning lakes. Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Rotorua Duck Tours - We are on this attraction for 120mins
- Redwoods Treewalk - Drive past and learn about Treewalk
- Lake Okareka Walkway - We travel onto Okareka and clients will learn about Lake,
- Blue Lake Track - We go onto this lake and clients will learn about this lake and and also get the chance to take photos
- Buried Village of Te Wairoa - Drive by view and learn about
- Lake Tarawera’s Hot Water Beach - We visit and go onto Lake Tarawera 15-20mins. We also stop at the Landing Cafe on the shores of Tarawera where clients are able to soak up the amazing scenery.
- Mt. Tarawera - View and learn about the eruption from Lake Tarawera at the foot of the mountain.
What's Included
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information
The Tarawera and Lakes Excursion offers the prime opportunity to savor the vistas of the Rotorua lakes area while absorbing the historical narrative of the terrain, the local community, and the catastrophic 1886 explosion of Mt Tarawera. Embark on an unmatched 120-minute narrated journey that traverses both terra firma and aquatic expanses aboard an authentic WWII Amphibious Duck. Marvel at 4 of Rotorua’s breathtaking lakes and cruise across 3, with Lake Tarawera, nestled at the foot of the imposing Mt Tarawera, being the tour’s crowning feature. All guests will find comfort in the seating provided, making it ideal for families, duos, and solo voyagers eager to gain insight into our deep-seated heritage and observe the pristine environment. Our tour conductors are exceptionally informed and personable, ensuring a memorable group experience.
- We have tours available with translation sheets in Chinese, French and English
Location
1241 Fenton Street
Fenton Street
Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to your departure time.
Late arrivals will need to reschedule to the next available departure.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(175 Ratings)
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Bennlexx
May 17, 2024
Rotarua's Lake tour by duck - Was great to get up close with some of Rotorau's Lakes. Such beautiful scenery and information from our guide Ester that told the history of the area. Alex our driver also did a wonderful job.
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Nick_s
May 14, 2024
Cold day out - History and engineering of the vehicles the history of the area and the people take warm clothes and a warm hat
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Carol
May 9, 2024
A brilliant afternoon - Esther was a fantastic guide and driver. She was very friendly and was so informative about the lakes’ myths and legends
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Passenger65550942485
May 6, 2024
Fun all the way....... - Fantastic tour. My family thoroughly enjoyed it. Highlight of our Rotorua trip. Recommend it to have it on your itinerary.
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Go767377
May 1, 2024
Pleasant and relaxing. - It was fun to see the countryside with the forests and small lakes, a good look at New Zealand's terrain. And floating on the lakes is very pleasant.
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Cherylanneg2024
Apr 18, 2024
Had a splashing good time. - Great guide and wonderful experience. Great to hear the history and learn about the local area. Remember to tug up as it was very chilly on the afternoon trip.
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Hahntravels
Mar 29, 2024
Surprisingly Fun - This was great, staff very helpful and informative when booking and on the trip. Great visiting the three lakes and just driving in and motoring around. Saw some wildlife and really enjoyed Lake Tarawera especially. Learned a bit, heard a few great stories as we were driving - great fun!
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Maps10267904862
Apr 30, 2024
One of a kind - the experience off going from a duck on land then into the water and the driver giving the history off these stunning lakes we had visited
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Tylah
Apr 24, 2024
Enjoyable tour, however with more guidance in learning the correct pronounciation of the reo would be awesome! - As a māori decendant who was born & raised overseas it would be most appreciated to hear the māori names/words pronouced correctly. The guide was very knowledgable & very welcoming, but i would love to hear the guide try to pronounce our reo a bit better.
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Angeli_g
Mar 28, 2024
Great experience! - Memorable boat tour! Our guide was awesome and left me in fits of laughter. He was extremely knowledgeable and interesting. However the bus ride was extremely cold and I wish I had been warned before booking that I would need a warm jacket. Could the bus be fitted with heaters
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