Lake Okareka
Visit Lake Okareka
Tours & day trips
See all 94 activitiesOpens in new tabMitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
Adventure & outdoor
See all 21 activitiesOpens in new tabRotorua: Velocity Valley - Pick One Pass
Water activities
See all 17 activitiesOpens in new tabGlow Worm Kayak Tour
Private & custom tours
See all 15 activitiesOpens in new tabPrivate Day Tour of Hobbiton, Rotorua Mud Pool & Redwood Treewalk
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
See all 12 activitiesOpens in new tabSanctuary Mountain: Ancient Forest Guided Tour
Popular places to visit
Lake Tikitapu
Explore one of the region’s most beautiful lakes and relax on the beach beside the sparkling water.
Buried Village
Entombed by the eruption of a brutal volcano, this historic village has been perfectly preserved for more than 100 years.
Whakarewarewa Hot Springs
Explore the great outdoors at Whakarewarewa Hot Springs, a lovely green space in Rotorua. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Lake Tarawera
Fish for rainbow trout, swim at a beach with hot spring water and hike to waterfalls set amid majestic scenery at this vast, intense-blue lake.
Lake Rotokakahi
With stunning views and a serene atmosphere, it is easy to understand why this lake is regarded as sacred by the local Maori.
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.