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Discover the world's youngest geothermal system with Waimangu Volcanic Valley's self guided or guided sightseeing tours. As Rotorua's premier tourist attraction, Waimangu Volcanic Valley has become renowned as a 'must do' eco-experience when you visit Rotorua.

Explore Waimangu's steaming landscape and fascinating geothermal features by selecting from the following options:

- Self-guided Walking and Hiking tours
- Boat Cruise of beautiful Lake Rotomahana
- Walk and Boat Cruise Combo
- The Waimangu Experience (A three quarter-day guided tour)
- Geothermal Wonderland (A half-day guided tour)
- Volcanoes & Rainforests (Full day guided tour)

Your admission fee includes free guide sheets to ensure you get the most out of your volcanic experience. Our free internal shuttle bus will return you to the Waimangu entrance from the end of your walk, hike or boat cruise. You can also use the shuttle bus to transfer between bus stops in the Valley, thus reducing walking distances.

To experience one of the most acclaimed attractions in Rotorua, call, email or visit our website for more information, and secure your booking today.

The ultimate New Zealand adventure tour. Franz Josef Glacier Guides give you the chance to experience the most spectacular glacier environment available to the general public anywhere in the world. 

With a range of trips on offer, from a valley walk, to full day hike, and heli hike options - there is a trip to suit all levels of fitness and ability. 

Franz Josef Glacier Guides are an internationally recognized guiding operation, established in 1990, that prides itself on delivering the most incredible glacier experience.

Combining traditional guiding techniques unique to New Zealand with modern innovations we are able to access glacier terrain normally only seen by experienced mountaineers.

Please visit our website, email or call for more info.

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