Waimangu Volcanic Valley

Amazing experience, beautiful walk through an amazing array of geothermal features. The whole walk is very well signposted, the track well maintained and you can tailor the walk to your level of fitness and ability using their bus. Definitely include the boat trip if you can. You are taken across the lake and see several places impossible to get to on foot. Plus the commentary given is tremendously informative

It was an absolutely amazing experience. The walk with multiple viewing points and their relevance and history was brilliant to learn. The boat ride was so informative and a delightful experience. Staff were supportive, informative, and helpful.

The lake cruise is so worth it! Absolutely stunning being out on the water. The walk to the lake was also amazing - stunning landscapes and scenery all throughout.

Fascinating walk down the volcanic valley. The guide had a great overview of the area and the history and pointed out the different fauna and flora as well as the details of the volcano and its history. The return journey was by bus which was great as it would have been a steep climb back to the visitor centre.

A geothermal wonderland! Witness stunningly vibrant hot springs, bubbling mud pools, and the impressive Inferno Crater. The self-guided paid walk offering varying levels of challenge, showcasing unique volcanic formations and native bush. Allow ample time to explore and be prepared for the otherworldly beauty! Highly recommended for a memorable Rotorua experience.

Family trip of a lifetime. Empowering spiritual experience for the family. Scenic volcanic leisurely walk along stunning lakes, streams and forest going at our own pace which requires a low to medium level of fitness as you are walking for up to 2 hours. However, at the end of the self guide track is a bus which is great after walking with kids which comes as a scenic ride back up to the information center and cafe. There is also a boat tour at the end of the track. I recommend if you do the boat tour to book in advance. We had a lovely luncheon at the cafe over looking the beautiful scenic vista of a sub tropical rainforest. A family memory of a life time to savor!

Like another world, fantastic experience eclectic journey of bubbling rivers, molten land and lush rainforest... transports you back in time! A boat trip is available too if you want to enjoy more sightseeing opportunities.

A beautiful hour or so’s walk in amazing native woodland, punctuated by fantastic views and amazing hot springs and other geothermal delights. I thoroughly recommend the whole thing, despite the somewhat overzealous survey of personal information that appears to be part of the ticket purchasing process. Take the high road if you’re feeling sufficiently energetic, as the views are spectacular and well worth the effort. We went on a Monday mid-morning in late summer and it was lovely and peaceful, with our path crossed by only a few other visitors. Do it.

Absolute must visit for us -- Maybe better than Yellowstone Drive to Lake Rotomahana. and be prepared for geothermal wonderland Well worth the drive and the time Geothermal areas are through out the north island, and this is one of the best

This is a must visit if you are in Rotorua! From the Inferno Crater, the Frying Pan Lake to the wetlands and Lake Rotomahana, Waimangu provides a primordial landscape-an otherworldly atmosphere! Huge ferns tower above you while bubbling craters and streams lead to wetland "jacuzzis" perfect for native and introduced birds such as ducks, geese and swans. There is a boat at Lake Rotomahana that ordinarily takes you to see other geothermal delights but it was under maintenance during our visit. You can contact Waimangu to see whether the boat is operational before booking your tour. The walk to the lake includes a nice ride back to the visitor center via bus. You can catch it at two previous locations along the way if you are not interested in the full walk.

Amazing sights await in this geothermal wonderland. We visited here after Wai-O-Taupo and while there a some similarities (including the smell of sulfur), it is worth a visit to round out your understanding of the areas geothermal past and present. Surprisingly this one is a bit more expensive but it too has some interesting sights. This region was formed relatively recently just in the late 1800s and has some fascinating sites. There are several options for touring walk, walk plus boat ride, but on the advice of our private guide, Martin of Martin's Tours & Transfers, we just did the walk to bus stop 1 after seeing most of the notable sights-perfect for people with limited time. Their is a set bus schedule so no need to walk back up, just catch a ride on the free bus. It was about 5 min up by bus from stop 1. The walk is mostly downhill and partially shaded so even in midday it wasn't too bad. It's still a good idea to have water and sun screen as the geothermal features crank up the temperature in the park. This park feature some great colored pools, steaming cauldrons and amazing sites. Definitely worth doing.

This is one of the most spectacular places I've ever seen. Seeing the earth literally living and breathing right in front of you was mind blowing. The pathway and trail is an easy walk for any level. Every turn is something even more fascinating than the last. The cashier gives a great map detailing each stop. There is also a phone app that has the information as well. We loved this valley and probably will never see anything like that besides here. Worth every penny and some. Memories forever.

For the winter ... Get there before 3pm! Sunset was around 5:15pm. Beautiful scenery! Would definitely go again :) excellent walking path and they provide umbrellas!

An absolutely wonderful place on earth. From the visitor center you can walk down on an easy walkway to Lake Rotomahana. On this way you will see a lot of fantastic geothermal wonders. If you are tired, you can get back to the visitor centre with a shuttle bus from the lake. This is a must do for every NZ visitor.

Shouldn't say that your park closes at 5:00 if you won't let people in after 3:30. It's not good business to turn people away who came from halfway across the world.