After breakfast, begin your day by visiting the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, a wonderland of bubbling mud pools, spouting geysers, and steaming hot springs. Learn about the geothermal activity that makes Rotorua world-famous, and witness the spectacular Pohutu Geyser erupting skyward.
Enjoy an entertaining Maori cultural performance, featuring traditional songs, dances, and the powerful Haka war dance, giving you a deeper understanding of New Zealand’s indigenous heritage.
Next, visit the Agrodome Sheep Shearing Show, where you’ll experience New Zealand’s farming life. Watch an engaging live sheep shearing demonstration, see trained sheepdogs in action, and even get a chance to feed the animals.
Later, take a stroll through the beautifully landscaped Government Gardens, a historical landmark with stunning flowerbeds, ornate fountains, and the elegant Bath House building.
Optional: You may also choose to relax at the Polynesian Spa, one of the world’s top thermal spas, where natural hot mineral pools overlook Lake Rotorua.
Overnight stay in Rotorua.
