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Rotorua Information |
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Rotorua is one of the most famous destinations in New Zealand, and has a long history of welcoming visitors...
From the moment people arrive in Rotorua they know they're somewhere quite different. There is a scent of sulphur in the air, and at nearby geothermal hotspots there are spouting geysers, acrid-smelling mud pools bubbling and belching, and warm geothermal pools and ponds that create a kaleidoscope of colour.
Rotorua is also the heartland of New Zealand's Maori culture, and visitors can enjoy a performance of song and dance, followed by food cooked in a traditional hangi (cooked in an earthen oven).
With 11 major lakes, the Rotorua region is one of the country's prime trout fishing spots where you are practically guaranteed a catch, especially if a local professional guide is hired.
Activities and Attractions abound, with something to satisfy everyone from sightseeing to adrenaline pumping adventure options. Visitors can get up close and personal with New Zealand farm life, walk through geothermal hot spots, have a thrilling 4WD experience through native bush or up a volcano, raft or sledge the mighty local rivers with Kaitiaki Adventures and much, much more.
And then, of course, there is mountainbiking, with some of the best trials in the world. You can hire bikes from Planet Bike, or check out one of the seven local bike shops, including Bike Vegas and Kiwibikes.
And Lee-Anne and Zane at Let's Go MTB offer guided mountain biking tours of the local trails and also the best the region has to offer, like the Whirinaki Forest and Craters of the Moon and W2K in Taupo.
After a hard day's sightseeing or strenuous activity, a soak in a natural hot thermal mineral spa is totally relaxing. Rotorua is also the Spa & Wellness centre of New Zealand and offers a wide range of Spa & Wellness treatments to relax and rejuvenate - like the world-renowned Polynesian Spa.
Rotorua has over 13,000 visitor beds on offer each night to cater for a myriad of visitor expectations. International hotels have recently been built and/or refurbished to cater up to a 4 star deluxe option. Luxury lodges are scattered amongst the natural environment featuring privacy and seclusion. As well, a wide range of middle-of-the-road and budget priced accommodation is available.
We recommend friendly locals like Alpin Motel, Birchwood Spa Motel , YHA Rotorua, East West Boutique Apartments and Lake Okareka Cottage.
Rotorua has something for everyone, from family groups, to the independent traveller, from budget travellers to those seeking luxury accommodation, from conference and incentive groups to those looking to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, from weekend getaways to week long stays.
Enjoy a wide range of cafe and restaurants like Zippy Central and the Pig & Whistle Pub.
And if you are "self-catering" then the Pak 'n Save Supermarket offers great food at great prices. |
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