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Kayaking Tour to Steaming Cliffs at Waimangu Valley

Rotorua
Taiao Adventures (formerly Paddle Board Rotorua)
Taiao Adventures (formerly Paddle Board Rotorua)

Kayaking Tour to Steaming Cliffs at Waimangu Valley

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in spectacular geothermal wonders
  • Kayak along Lake Rotomahana and past steaming cliffs
  • Chance to walk through the Waimangu Volcanic Valley

Get lost in a Jurassic-type world during this guided kayaking tour from Waimangu Valley. Paddle out onto Lake Rotomahana and be entranced by steaming cliffs, colourful landscapes and Mount Tarawera dominating the backdrop. If you arrive early, you can embark on a walk through the volcanic valley.

What's Included?

  • 5 hour kayak tour of the world's youngest geothermal system
  • Kayaking and safety equipment
  • Safety briefing and instruction
  • Entrance to Waimangu reserve (for optional walk)
  • Pick-up & return transfer from Rotorua Information Centre

Meeting at Waimangu Volcanic Valley, you will travel down to the edge of Lake Rotomahana and be run through a safety and instructional briefing, before striking out into the serene waterways. It won't be long until you feel like you're in another world where steaming cliffs and colourful landscapes abound. Your guide will provide you with all necessary equipment, then run through safety and basic kayak instructions before you take the helm on the water. From here you will kayak a short distance before being captivated by a spectacular geothermal display of steaming cliffs and colourful landscapes. From your kayak, you will have a unique vantage point and perspective of the raw beauty and power these geysers create. Your guide will share the story of the valley along with insight to Maori culture and heritage of the area. This is an activity you will never forget!

Session Length

  • This tour runs for 5 hours (including pick up time)

Guidelines

  • The kayaks are ‘two person sit-on-top kayaks’ a weight limit of 220kg (total per kayak) applies
  • Suitable for all ages above 5 years old (inclusive)
  • All participants 16 years and under must be supervised by a responsible adult 18 years or over

Cancellation

  • Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Numbers on the Day

Maximum of eight participants.

Weather

The provider will get in touch with you as soon as possible should the weather conditions prove unfavourable.

Dress Code

Please wear swimmers and warm clothing appropriate for the season.

This experience takes place in the Waimangu Volcanic Valley.

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