Immerse yourself in the culture of the “first nation” of Aotearoa. Learn about Maori weaponry and music and experience first hand the traditions and way of life that continue today. Walk or ride among the quiet solitude of the sky-reaching redwoods and sample the year-round warm waterfalls set in the bush unchanged from a millennium ago.
“Rotorua – feel the spirit – Manaakitanga”
This holds a powerful promise and invitation to all visitors. A deep-rooted Maori cultural concept, Manaakitanga places a responsibility on your hosts to give you the best of their time and history.
Rotorua, New Zealand is a popular tourist destination known for its local Maori culture and geothermal earth forces. It is a perfect blend of the old and the new, where the unassuming Maoris and modernized versions of Rotorua offer a visual feast. The place is rich in history and culture, and stories of legends and famous personalities who walked the land abound.
Welcome to Agroventures - New Zealand's most thrilling adventure playground that boasts not one or two, but FIVE high octane rides that will set your adventurous side alight. The fun began in 1999 with the opening of the world's first commercial sprint boat the Agrojet and was closely followed by Rotorua Bungy, the super body swing Swoop, the Southern Hemisphere’s first wind tunnel Freefall Xtreme and finally the one and only Shweeb!...All of which promise to take you to the edge of your limitations. Situated in the idyllic surroundings of Paradise Valley just 10 minutes north of Rotorua and accompanied by a host of wildlife (foreign and native from Buffalo to ostriches), our picturesque park is the perfect setting for family adventures, team building, school trips or even an exotic picnic. Pick Two activities from the following: Swoop Feel your heart beat as the anticipation increases ....
Welcome to Kawarau Jet, based on the shores of scenic Lake Rotorua, New Zealand. If ever a jet boat ride lived up to its catch-cry of speed, spins and adrenaline, it’s got to be with Kawarau Jet. You’ll only have to look at the smiley faces of passengers who’ve embarked from the big yellow boat to know they’ve had an awesome experience. We offer an endless range of jet boat rides, combining sight seeing and the cultural aspects of the surrounding area with the speed, spins and adrenalin. People of all ages and large groups are welcome to step aboard and cruise with us across the waters of Lake Rotorua. Browse through our site or click here to read more about the different adventure options.....
Our latest adventure is literally “taking off” . Kjet parasailing is truly a unique experience where you can sit back, relax and enjoy the exhilaration of free flight up to 400 feet and some of the best views in the world.
Launching from the flight deck of our 26 foot Parasail vessel, there is either Tandem or Solo 10-12 minute flights before gently landing back on the deck.
No experience necessary
Minimum age is 12 years
Observers are on board for a small fee
Minimum weight 50 kg and maximum 200 kg
The boat comfortably takes 8-10 people on board at once
We have combined the “Speed Spins and Adrenalin of Jet Boating and the exhilaration of Parasailing and created the ultimate combo “SkyJet”.
The ultimate combo is “Licensed to Thrill” and provides you with 30 minutes of adrenalin pumping action on Lake Rotorua with the thrills of New Zealand Jet Boating and 10-12 minutes airtime Parasailing to relax and enjoy the exhilaration of free flight and admire the amazing Rotorua scenery.
....Need a quick getaway mid-day? Well look no further! The Lakeland Queen offers lovely views, delicious food, and wonderful staff—everything you need to feel re-energized for the day ahead! Join us on the Queen for our 1 hour Express Lunch Cruise departing at 1pm daily* including breathtaking views of Mokoia Island Sulphur Bay, and the peaceful sights of Rotorua town. There is plenty of time to enjoy some sweet treats or tea and coffee before heading back to the Lakefront an hour later…..this truly is an experience not to be missed! *Minimum numbers apply....
At Paradise Valley Springs, visitors can interact with a variety of wildlife that is found wild around New Zealand. Animals such as Deer, Pigs, Thar and Wallabies may be hand fed.
See Rainbow and Brown Trout in our crystal-clear pools and wild in the Ngongotaha Stream that winds through our park.
Get up close to friendly farm animals in the lively streamside farmwalk, Alpacas, Goats and Sheep to name a few. View native New Zealand birds, waterfowl on our wetlands and walk-through with our native alpine parrots the Kea.
Taste pure spring water straight from our natural spring, or purchase some of our own bottled 'Paradise Pure' to take away with you.
Experience our elevated rainforest treetops walkway, hidden six metres high amongst bush and huge native trees.
Get close to our Lion pride and check out our exciting Lion feeding at 2.30pm every day. PLUS, come and p....
Kiwi Encounter offers unique behind-the-scenes tours of a working kiwi nursery and hatchery. Eggs are brought to us from the wild and when they have hatched, and the kiwis are large enough to protect themselves from predators, they are released back into the wild.
During the tour you will see each of the stages a kiwi chick goes through before being released in to the wild - incubation, hatching and raising.
Kiwi Encounter Behind the Scenes tours operate daily on the hour between 10.00am and 4.00pm.
....This is the ONLY native forest zipline canopy tour in New Zealand and it is incredible - it’s high, it’s fun, it’s beautiful, it’s peaceful and you’ll remember it for the rest of your life!! And it’s suitable for almost everyone!! High amongst ancient trees this 3 hour adventure combines fun and excitment with pristine natural beauty. - Small Group, unforgettable Eco Tourism Adventure – this is NOT mass tourism - 2 awesome, highly trained and knowledgeable guides to escort you. - Travel a 1.2 kilometre network of ziplines, swingbridges, treetop platforms and walking trails deep in virgin New Zealand native forest - 6 Zipline/Flying fox flights up to 220 metres long and 40 metres above forest floor - Treetop platforms perched 22 metres up 500 year old trees - Tree to tree swingbridges up to 50 metres long - You will not see any tree, plant or most bird species on any other countr....
Jump on board one of the eight-seater gondola cabins and experience Rotorua’s most spectacular views! Skyline Rotorua’s 900 metre long Doppelmayr cableway system will transport you on a gentle, scenic ride up to the Skyline Rotorua complex. Providing panoramic views of Rotorua City, Lake Rotorua and the surrounding area, Skyline Skyrides is an all weather attraction, and is open every day of the year.
The Luge
The Luge is an exciting ride for all ages. A world 'first' proudly designed and built in Rotorua, the Luge is a fun filled ride on a three-wheel cart. The unique braking and steering system provides the rider full control and allows them to travel as fast or slow as they wish.
Gondola complex open from 9am daily, 365 days of the year. Last gondola departure from top terminal on restaurant closing.
The Skyline Rotorua Luge opens at 9am daily all year round. Clos....
Be welcomed into an authentic Maori village nestled in Rotorua forest, discover Maori art forms, ancient rituals and traditions, experience thrilling song and dance, and then share in a 3 course meal with your Maori hosts. The Waka - Coach Journey to the Village Enroute to Tamaki Maori Village, nestled in the thick of an ancient Tawa forest, your guide will instruct you on the rules of entering a Marae and the protocol you must observe. The visiting tribe must appoint a Chief to accept the peace offering and to represent those on your coach. Representation of your group is considered an honourable task in Maoridom. As you make your way to the village, you’ll learn about the great Maori migration - when Maori journeyed across the vast ocean in massive Waka (canoes) to New Zealand. You’ll also enjoy some fascinating Maori legends and stories from our history. Te Marae - Exploring the Village....
Volcanic Air Safaris is conveniently located at the Rotorua City Lakefront on the shores of Lake Rotorua. Experience the thrill of the helicopter whilst taking in the panoramic views of Rotorua from above plus five major crater lakes including the Blue and Green Lakes. (Flight time approx 15 minutes) (Minimum numbers apply)....