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Redwoods – Whakarewarewa Forest
Redwoods – Whakarewarewa Forest is adjacent to the urban area of Rotorua and is one of the early forest areas in New Zealand for exotic tree species introduction trials. From the late 19th century to the early 20th century, over 170 tree species were experimentally planted here to determine which could adapt to New Zealand, particularly Rotorua's volcanic soil. Today, only a handful of these species remain, with the California coast redwoods planted in 1901 becoming the experiment's surprise success — they grow faster here than in their native California. Over a century later, they now tower skyward, forming a magnificent forest. The redwood memorial grove is the essence of the entire forest: the trail is covered with soft redwood bark chips, making each step springy; giant trees stand closely on both sides, their tops barely visible even when looking up. Among them, one particularly massive tree stands approx. 70 m tall with a trunk diameter exceeding 1.5 m, requiring several people to encircle it with outstretched arms. Native New Zealand ferns thrive beneath the trees, creating a striking scene where towering redwoods and sprawling fern fronds share the frame—a highly recognizable sight in Rotorua. The memorial grove loop takes less than 1 hr to complete, with boardwalks on some sections, making it suitable for all ages. Those with good stamina can extend their hike to the outer forest trails. This forest is also a popular destination for walking, running, and mountain cycling, with its crisscrossing trails clearly graded by difficulty. It holds considerable fame in the cycling community, attracting many who come specifically to ride the trails. Just a few minutes' drive from the city, the slanting morning or evening light filtering through the trees creates beautiful shadows and fern patterns, making these the most comfortable times for a stroll.Rotorua · 11.9 km from Tumunui
Polynesian Spa
Polynesian spa is located on the shores of lake Rotorua, offering a secluded paradise for relaxation. For generations, visitors from around the world have come to experience the natural geothermal hot springs. The thermal waters originate from two unique springs: the acidic priest spring and the alkaline mineral-rich rachel spring. The hot spring center features 28 mineral pools across four zones, each offering a unique experience. Guests can unwind at the deluxe lake spa, a tranquil oasis with captivating lake views ideal for adults and families. The historic adults-only pavilion pools provide serene soaking options at varying temperatures, while the family pools include a freshwater swimming area with water slides alongside two alkaline mineral hot spring pools for parents. Those seeking privacy can book a private lakeside pool overlooking Lake Rotorua or opt for the sky view private pool with its open-ceiling design, offering enhanced seclusion and peaceful ambiance. Beyond bathing, wellness experiences add endless joy to your journey. Retreat Day Spa offers therapeutic services like Aix spa treatments, geothermal mud wraps and revitalizing facials. Guests can also join yoga, meditation and sound healing sessions in the wellness room - a versatile space available for private bookings, group retreats and special events. After bathing, guests can enjoy fresh, healthy meals and delicious Italian gelato at 88Ra café. The Spa Essentials gift shop offers carefully curated premium spa products, high-quality swimwear, plush towels and wellness items, allowing guests to recreate the blissful experience at home. The Polynesian Spa is conveniently located in the heart of Rotorua with easy transportation access. It offers ample free parking, and the campervan parking area is just across the street. The Polynesian Spa boasts a rich geothermal heritage, diverse wellness services and breathtaking natural scenery, making it a global sanctuary for relaxation and rejuvenation. Learn more now and plan your itinerary.Rotorua · 14.3 km from Tumunui
Skyline Rotorua
Skyline Rotorua is a comprehensive mountaintop leisure park on the slopes of Mt Ngongotaha. Its eight-seater cable car cabins ascend slowly along a nearly 1 km-long cableway, transporting visitors to the mountainside at approximately 487 m above sea level. As the elevation increases, views of Rotorua city, the azure Lake Rotorua, and distant geothermal steam gradually unfold below. On clear days, the silhouettes of volcanoes across the lake are also visible. The signature attraction at the mountaintop is the luge: five uniquely styled tracks totaling over 7 km in length. The cart design blends elements of go-karts and sleds, relying solely on gravity for propulsion—pulling back the handle slows you down while releasing it speeds you up, putting you in full control of your pace. For a leisurely view, you can choose the scenic Tiki Tour route, which winds through redwood forests and features multiple viewing curves along the way, passing by a row of dinosaur sculptures near the finish line. If speed is your priority, challenge yourself with the Legend Track, Tornado Track, or Speed Track, featuring continuous spiral turns and illuminated tunnels. After reaching the base, take the chairlift back to the starting point for another round—young children can also ride along with adults in the same cart. If you're brave enough, add the skyswing to your itinerary: three people seated side by side are lifted approx. 50 m above the mountaintop by a crane arm, with the drop timing controlled by pulling a release lever. The swing reaches speeds nearing 150 km/h as you soar beyond the cliff edge, culminating in a final spin. The mountain also features a high-altitude zipline overlooking the lake, a mountain bike park, and nature trails, offering activities for all preferences. After having fun, you can enjoy a buffet at the Stratosfare restaurant on the mountaintop while admiring the lake and mountain views through the floor-to-ceiling windows. For a quick break, the Market Kitchen Café offers coffee and baked goods, and the Volcano Winery's tasting room is also worth a visit. It's windy at the summit, so remember to bring a jacket.Rotorua · 18.4 km from Tumunui
Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
Whaka Maori Village is a place to introduce the Aboriginal Maori people in New Zealand. Here you can learn about traditional Maori cultural performances, learn how Maori people use geothermal heat in their daily lives, appreciate the history of Maori culture at the Rotorua Museum, and in addition Also visit geothermal pools, geysers and ancient submerged villages.Rotorua · 12 km from Tumunui
Agrodome
The Agrodome Farm in Rotorua, North Island, is New Zealand's largest, state-of-the-art tourist farm with an area of about 150 hectares. Here you can meet red deer, turkeys, ostriches, alpacas, cows, lambs and many other animals you have never seen before. The farm has performances such as shearing and milking every day, which are very exciting and fun. The iconic sheep shearing bronze statue and the ancient carriage frame are displayed at the entrance of the farm. The Agrodun Farm covers a large area. To visit the pastoral area, you need to take a sightseeing tractor and set off on the tractor. You will see groups of people along the way. Cows and sheep grazing leisurely by the roadside. The tractor will stop in an open meadow, and nearby sheep will come running to surround you. In the alpaca area, the tall alpaca has a very docile temperament, and you can interact and take photos with them. In addition to getting up close and personal with various animals, you can visit the farm orchard, see the kiwi fruit trees, and taste the unique taste of kiwi honey. After the farm tour, go to watch the farm show. There are demonstrations of sheep shearing, sheep auctions, shepherd dog performances, etc. The host will also invite tourists to come on stage to milk the cows and compete for feeding lambs and drinking goat milk, which is very interesting. Visitors to the farm show can also visit the animal pup nursery. Before leaving, check out the WoollenMill, ShearingShedMuseum and DogandWhistle souvenir shops.Rotorua · 22 km from Tumunui
Hells Gate
There are a total of 22 hot spring attractions in the Hell Gate. Among them, the "Devil Hot Spring" is a 6-meter-deep geyser. The spring water with a temperature of up to 95 degrees is constantly gurgling, and the large hot spring waterfall in the southern hemisphere pours out mightily. , stunned! Hell's Gate, which means "my young daughter was taken away by water" in Maori, commemorates a young girl who drowned in a geothermal pool; its English name was taken by Bernard Shaw, who visited the site in 1934. This impressive geothermal resource reserve covers more than 400 acres, with 2.5 kilometers of walking trails leading to various attractions. The scene of geothermal steam eruption can be seen everywhere here, and the rock surface has also turned yellow due to the influence of sulfur, and it is desolate everywhere, like purgatory on earth. Don't throw rocks into mud or hot spring pools at will, to avoid all kinds of accidents. It is said that if you do bad things to the various natural landscapes of the gate of hell, you will be punished. The degree of punishment and the duration of the punishment vary depending on how bad you do things, so be sure to be in awe when you are inside the gate of hell. !Rotorua · 21.7 km from Tumunui
Mitai Maori Village
MitaiMaoriVillage, a unique Aboriginal cultural experience combining traditional pit meals, cultural performances, battle canoes and a sacred spring pool. Spend an unforgettable evening at Mitai, experience the real Maori culture, and express your boundless emotion and respect. Through cultural performances, you can delve into Maori history, carving and tattooing, and be fascinated by the weapons used by Maori to fight scenes, and then soak in the beautiful dance of the Boi ball and the wonderful finale - it is very exciting Exciting haka battle dance. Plus, you can witness traditional pit delicacies being taken out of the ground. Admire the natural scenery of pristine bushland and watch Maori warriors paddling a waka - an ancient canoe in traditional clothing. Of course, visiting the glowworm caves in the Rotorua region is also not to be missed.Rotorua · 18.8 km from Tumunui
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve is located in the Taupo Volcanic Zone, where hundreds of hot springs and bubbling mud pools spread along the valley. The sinter deposited by the spring water forms layers of white terraces around the vents, with steam rising year-round and the air filled with the signature scent of sulfur. The signature attraction in the reserve is the Pohutu Geyser, whose name means "splashing water" in Māori. During an eruption, the water column can shoot up to approx. 30m. It typically erupts one to two times per hour and is one of the largest active geysers in the Southern Hemisphere. The Prince of Wales Feathers Geyser beside it often releases steam first; seeing the smaller geyser erupt often signals that the larger one is about to follow. This valley is also the ancestral home of the Māori people, who still use natural geothermal steam to cook food and heat water for bathing. The area also preserves traditional craft displays such as wood carving and weaving, as well as Māori song and dance performances. Please stay on the designated paths throughout your visit and do not approach the hot springs or mud pools. The sulfur scent is strong, so visitors sensitive to odors may want to prepare accordingly.Rotorua · 11.7 km from Tumunui
Champagne Pool
New Zealand sparkling wines are refreshing and delicate and unforgettable. It's just the champagne pool in Waiotapu, but it's not something that ordinary people can enjoy. The carbon dioxide in the pool releases champagne-like bubbles. Stop to watch from afar, the dazzling orange smoke with a dash of mystery. Geysers, colorful hot springs, and tumbling mud pools add a mythical color to this geothermal world.Waiotapu · 12.2 km from Tumunui
Waimangu Volcanic Valley
Waimangu Volcanic Valley, located in New Zealand, was formed after the massive eruption of Mount Tarawera in 1886. Its formation process is well-documented and unique among known geothermal landscapes. The attraction boasts numerous well-known geothermal features: Frying Pan Lake is a large-scale natural hot spring, its surface constantly steaming, with a water temperature maintained at approximately 55°C; Hells Lake has a clear cobalt blue water, with a periodic water level drop of up to 12 meters, facilitating monitoring of underground magma activity; along the way, visitors can see colorful travertine terraces, continuously bubbling mud pools, and springs constantly spewing hot air. The valley features gentle wooden boardwalks with various hiking routes, flanked by native New Zealand forests, where black swans, kangaroos, and other small animals are frequently seen. In addition to hiking, visitors can also take a boat trip on Lake Rotomahana to get a close look at the hot springs beneath the lake and explore the remnants of ancient terraces. Here, people can truly appreciate the grandeur of the geothermal volcano and witness the evolution of the newly formed ecological community. It is a well-known attraction in Rotorua that combines scientific significance with scenic value.Waimangu · 6.7 km from Tumunui
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Redwoods – Whakarewarewa Forest
Rotorua · 11.9 km from TumunuiPolynesian Spa
Rotorua · 14.3 km from TumunuiBook now for tomorrowSkyline Rotorua
Rotorua · 18.4 km from TumunuiBook now for tomorrowWhakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
Rotorua · 12 km from TumunuiAgrodome
Rotorua · 22 km from TumunuiBook now for tomorrowHells Gate
Rotorua · 21.7 km from TumunuiImmediate access, Book now for todayMitai Maori Village
Rotorua · 18.8 km from TumunuiWhakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Rotorua · 11.7 km from TumunuiChampagne Pool
Waiotapu · 12.2 km from TumunuiWaimangu Volcanic Valley
Waimangu · 6.7 km from Tumunui
What travelers say about Tumunui
宋有熊19 June 2026
5.0
I highly recommend the nighttime treetop walkway in the Rotorua Redwood Forest! When traveling with seniors and children, safety and a great experience are paramount. The park's nighttime lighting and safety measures are exceptional; the suspension bridge has robust safety barriers on both sides, ensuring you won't slip. The combination of modern light art and the ancient redwood forest is simply stunning, both mysterious and dreamlike. My 5-year-old felt like he was on an adventure, and the seniors found the pace slow and comfortable, not tiring at all. It's not just a visual feast, but also a rare opportunity for family relaxation. If you're bringing elders and children to Rotorua, don't miss this nighttime activity—it's absolutely worth the price!
Redwoods – Whakarewarewa Forest
JamesCCW5 September 2026
4.0
There is an indoor private spa pool, indoor common spa pool and outdoor common spa pool. Ticket are only limited to your selection. you are not allow to explore all. My 45 minutes spa pool experience in mine own room... relax...
Polynesian Spa
雨下山倾24 August 2026
5.0
This place is so much fun! Buying three scooter tickets wasn't enough; there are five tracks in total, so definitely buy a five-trip ticket! There's also a mountain bike park. I didn't bring my bike with me to New Zealand this time, otherwise I would have loved to go for a spin.
Skyline Rotorua
王海娃子14 October 2019
4.0
The Maori are the indigenous people of New Zealand and were the first people to come to this island nation. The traditional Maori lifestyle of stone-baked food is not difficult to find in Maori villages, as well as their weaving and carving.
Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village
jiaye_fan11 October 2026
5.0
It was so much fun! The animals were all so cute and so therapeutic ❤️🩹 The sheep were all so greedy, plump and chubby, arching their backsides and squeezing hard; their wool was quite stiff. The alpacas, on the other hand, were very calm and let me pet them and take pictures of them.
I love animals so much 😭
Agrodome
Don X2 October 2026
5.0
one of the most famous geothermal park and it is a nice walking tour
Hells Gate
Anonymous user25 September 2026
4.0
Is wonderful to know more about Maori’s cultural, all staff are friendly and lovely greeting to us upon arrival until the end. There is one meal include, have a chance to enjoy maori’s cook chicken, lamp and potato. Food provide are a lot of choice, from chicken/lamp to seafood, I am enjoy so much with dessert they provide🤤🤤 especially hoki pockey ice cream, it was marvelous. Ticket include transportation from our hotel, return trip. Just a little disappointed that we unable to walk into Maori’s villages for deep visit due to sky was dark and not allowed flash using in village.
Mitai Maori Village
_We***4617 March 2025
5.0
The scenic spot is not crowded, but it is very interesting. It takes about an hour to walk around. As long as you look at the geothermal features, it is a bit hot to walk in the summer, and you must wear sunscreen, but it is worth it.
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
SButter110 October 2026
5.0
This is a fabulous place to visit. The geothermal features are beautiful and fantastic. The upper walk is unique in the world and it is easy for all skill levels, even these 74 year old travelers. The middle walk is not too interesting and is very difficult. I suggest using the shuttle to skip it. The lower section is an easy walk through a bird sanctuary and is very worthwhile. The boat ride is also very worthwhile. It is all highly recommended.
Waimangu Volcanic Valley