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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 and much, much more.

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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  Sydney-Rotorua direct trans-tasman flights from Dec 12, 2009 with Air New Zealand
 
11/03/10
• weather...
forecast next 5 days...
• trails...
• TRAIL & ROAD CLOSURES... operational logging is on and SPLIT ENZ will be closed over next 2-3 months - connecting roads and trails may be closed at times.
For your own safety and the safety of the forest crews
PLEASE RESPECT any trail closure signage... MORE INFO...
TRAIL INFO...
• If you have trail news, please EMAIL US
• Trails always need work and you can help: ADOPT-A-TRAIL OR HELP ON RMTBC WORKING BEES...

• events...
SINGLESPEED WORLDS 2010 - ENTRIES OPENED MIDNIGHT NEW YEAR'S EVE...over 600 entries already...
Singlespeed Worlds Rotorua

...presented by Kiwibikes and a bunch of other great partners!

• latest...
2010 National Series and New Zealand and Oceania Champs...after a big summer season the Oceanias in Dunedin are coming up March 18-21.
THE CIRCUS IN FEBRUARY...It's cold! Rotorua mechanic Kris Withington reports from inside Team Garmin and the Pro Tour in Europe...
ROTORUA - WORLD'S BEST TRAILS...that's what Australian Mountain Bike are saying in the current issue!
KRIS WITHINGTON - BIKE WIZARD...Rotorua mechanic back with Team Garmin in 2010...
• Rotorua photoshoot with Belgian Trials rider Kenny "The Magician" Belaey - THE VIDEO...

• Willkommen, Bienvenue etc...