Mt Tarawera Crater Walk

Experience the unique landscape and history of Mt Tarawera. Infamous for its eruption on June 10th, 1886, Mt Tarawera created the world’s youngest geothermal valley of Waimangu, at the same destroying the legendary Pink and White Terraces. This fully guided walking experience encompasses the unique landscape and history of the area. With unmatched scenic vistas and 360 panoramic views this experience is ideal for all ages and includes an optional run in to the heart of the volcanic crater.

Mt Tarawera Crater Walk & Polynesian Spa

Mt Tarawera This fully guided walking experience encompasses the unique landscape and history of the area. With unmatched scenic vistas and 360 panoramic views this experience is ideal for all ages and includes an optional run in to the heart of the volcanic crater. Polynesian Spa The Pavillion pools are just for adults, this popular area offers seven hot mineral pools with views of Lake Rotorua. The pools are fed with hot mineral spring water from two different springs! Marble-lined pools (38˚C to 39˚C), feature alkaline water.

Mt Tarawera Crater Walk – Full Day option

This fully guided walking experience encompasses the unique landscape and history of the area. With unmatched scenic vistas and 360 panoramic views extending the original world-class crater excursion by an additional  hike around the Tarawera dome above lakes Rotomahana and Tarawera linking back up with the popular half-day excursion on the summit of the highest of three peaks, Ruawahia. This intimate experience is ideal for all ages and includes an optional run in to the heart of the volcanic crater.

Mt Tarawera Fly and Drive Combo (Heli)

This unique experience allows visitors to travel to Mt Tarawera with Volcanic Air, taking in the scenic wonders of the area from the air, before landing on Mt Tarawera for your guided crater walk experience. This flight includes the stunning scenery of Lakes Okareka, Tarawera and Rotomahana, as well as being able to see on clear days to White Island and Mt Ruapehu. Once you have landed, you will be guided around the crater of Mt Tarawera by Kaitiaki Adventures, before being driven back to Rotorua.

Mt Tarawera Floatplane and Drive Combo

This unique experience allows visitors to travel to Mt Tarawera with Volcanic Air, taking in the scenic wonders of the area from the air, before landing on Mt Tarawera for your guided crater walk experience. This flight includes the stunning scenery of Lakes Okareka, Tarawera and Rotomahana, as well as being able to see on clear days to White Island and Mt Ruapehu. Once you have landed in lake Rerewhakaaitu, you will me your Kaitiaki Adventures Mountain Guides who will guide you up to the top and around the crater of Mt Tarawera, before being driven back to Rotorua.

Mt Tarawera and Rafting Combo

Combine the unique crater walking experience with rafting on the Kaituna with Kaitiaki Adventures. An all day combo taking you from the volcanic crater of Mt Tarawera, to the Okere section of the Kaituna River, where you will raft the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall, take on 14 rapids with world class guides and gear. Each experience is fully guided and includes transportation to and from your accommodation.

Mt Tarawera and Te Puia – Guided Tour/Haka/Buffet Lunch Combo

This unique experience combines the majesty of Mt Tarawera with the raw geothermal power and cultural experience that is Te Puia. Be transported from your accommodation up to Mt Tarawera, where guides will enthral you with the unique history of the sacred mountain, the stories of the people that lived upon its slopes, all as you taken in the breath taking views of the surrounding area.

The part of your journey through to Te Puia will build on the unique relationship between Mt Tarawera and the people of Ngati Tuhourangi, who were deeply affected by the eruption of 1886, which destroyed their homes and forced there relocation to the thermal valley of Te Whakarewarewa. 

Mt Tarawera and Te Puia Fly and Drive Combo

This unique experience allows visitors to travel to Mt Tarawera with Volcanic Air, taking in the scenic wonders of the area from the air, before landing on Mt Tarawera for your guided crater walk experience. This flight includes the stunning scenery of Lakes Okareka, Tarawera and Rotomahana, as well as being able to see on clear days to White Island and Mt Ruapehu.

After landing, you will be guided around the crater of Mt Tarawera by Kaitiaki Adventures and then driven back to Rotorua. The part of your journey through to Te Puia will build on the unique relationship between Mt Tarawera and the people of Ngati Tuhourangi, who were deeply affected by the eruption of 1886, which destroyed their homes and forced their relocation to the thermal valley of Te Whakarewarewa.