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ROTORUA What’s On

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Rotorua | New Zealand

New Zealand’s most colourful volcanic area Lady Knox Geyser erupts daily at 10.15am

Thousands of years in the making... Explore spectacular nature and walk at your own pace through this natural thermal wonderland. View a wide range of features which include: • Lady Knox Geyser erupting daily at 10.15am • NZ’s largest bubbling mud pool • The world famous Champagne Pool • Naturally coloured hot and cold pools • Unique mineral terrace formations • Steaming ground • Expansive vistas • Huge volcanic craters Large Visitor Centre with excellent retail and café facilities.

Open Daily Ph: 07 366 6333 www.waiotapu.co.nz

20 minutes drive south of Rotorua and 40 minutes drive north of Taupo on SH5.

Rotorua at a Glance

Haere Mai Welcome to Rotorua – New Zealand’s Thermal Capital. Famous for its spectacular thermal areas, vibrant Māori culture and forest-fringed trout-filled lakes, Rotorua lies at the heart of New Zealand’s most active geothermal field. You’ll find superb examples of bubbling mud pools, geysers and steaming fumaroles just minutes from the city, while the region’s lakes are ideal for trout fishing, boating and watersports. Rotorua’s rich Māori heritage adds a unique cultural dimension to your holiday. No other New Zealand city offers quite as much of a distinct New Zealand experience as Rotorua. Make sure you get the most from your stay by keeping your copy of Rotorua What’s On close at hand as you explore the city.

Rotorua at a Glance Rotorua is famous the world over for its vibrant Māori culture, forest-fringed lakes and spectacular thermal areas. Rotorua Rotorua sits at the centre of one of the Pacific’s most active thermal regions and is surrounded by some magnificent examples of boiling mud pools, spouting geysers, steaming fumaroles and massive, waterfilled craters. The city nestles beside the region’s largest such crater, Lake Rotorua.

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The Lakes District The surrounding district encompasses a chain of beautiful lakes renowned for their ﬁshing including Lakes Rotoiti, Okataina, Rotoma and Tikitapu (Blue Lake). Lakeside or on-the-lake activities include trout ﬁshing, boating, kayaking and hot springs to enjoy. Whakarewarewa Forest Park and the vast Kaingaroa Forest add to the scenic appeal of the Rotorua area, with wonderful walking and mountainbiking tracks to explore.

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Contents

Contents Rotorua at a Glance .....................................................................................04 Events Calendar .............................................................................................12 Jasons Recommends What’s Hot ............................................................................................... 18 24 Hours in Rotorua.............................................................................. 22 Best of Rotorua for Groups................................................................. 26 In the Spotlight.............................................................................................. 30 Activities.......................................................................................................... 32 Vouchers.............................................................................................................. Dining .............................................................................................................64 Shopping ........................................................................................................ 76 Health & Beauty ............................................................................................80 Accommodation ........................................................................................... 83 Useful Information ........................................................................................91 Around Rotorua ............................................................................................ 92 Rotorua Maps ............................................................................10 & 106-108

Cover Burgen Tough Guy and Gal Challenge See What’s Hot page 18

Kia Ora & Welcome It is my great pleasure, as Mayor of Rotorua, to extend an invitation to you to visit Famously Rotorua, just 2.5 hours down the road from Auckland. Rotorua is a unique and exciting destination with spectacular thermal activity, majestic forests, 18 sparkling lakes, wildlife attractions, vibrant Maori culture and an adrenaline pumping adventure playground. In this brochure you’ll ﬁnd out about events happening in Rotorua this season, as well as some ideas on what to do while you’re in the city. Rotorua looks forward to hosting you and sharing the spirit of manaakitanga during your stay in the city.

Kevin Winters Rotorua Mayor

Ihenga, the Maori discoverer of Rotorua ©Destination Rotorua

Maori Language

Rotorua at a Glance

Rotorua, the heartland of New Zealand’s Māori culture, is the perfect destination to enrich your spirit by learning and understanding a little of the indigenous language. To learn some basic Māori language and Māori cultural concepts and terminology audio examples are available on the New Zealand History Online website: www.nzhistory.net.nz/culture/maori-language-week/100-maori-words

Pronunciation A – Sounds like the ‘ar’ in ‘CAR’ E – Sounds like the ‘ea’ in ‘LEATHER’

I – Sounds like the ‘ee’ in ‘FEET’ O – Sounds like the word ‘AWE’ U – Sounds like ’oo’ in ‘MOON’

Korero Maori Kia ora Tena koe Tena korua Tena koutou Morena Kei te pehea koe? Ke te pai ahau Haere mai Haere ra Ka pai Haka Hangi Hongi Iwi Kai Karakia Kete Korero Koru Manuhiri Piupiu Pohiri/powhiri Poi Taiaha Tangata whenua Te Arawa Waiata Waka Whakairo Wharenui

Hello Greeting to one person (formal) Greeting to two people (formal) Greeting to three or more people (formal) Good morning How are you? (to one person) I am ﬁne Welcome, come here Goodbye, farewell Okay Battle challenge Earth oven Pressing of noses Tribe, people Food Prayer, blessing Flax woven kit Chat, talk, speech Unfolding fern frond Visitors Flax skirt Welcome ceremony Flax ball on the end of a string Long wooden spear–like weapon People of the land Rotorua tribe Song, chant, lament Canoe Carving Meeting house

The Rotorua Sustainable Tourism Charter is a group of tourism operators committed to continual improvement in these areas: • • • • • •

Supporting our community Acknowledging our community’s multi-cultural values Protecting and enhancing our natural environment Ef¿cient use of all available resources Statutory compliance A safe, enjoyable and informative experience for visitors

Charter member businesses are required to undergo a sustainability assessment and annual review process. Member businesses must commit annually to new actions that improve their sustainability performance.

Play your part A sustainable visitor destination exists not only on the actions of the host community, but also on the actions of its visitors.

Visit Charter member businesses look for the Charter logo in this publication or visit www.sustainableNZ.com

©Rotorua Duck Tours

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Rotorua at a Glance

ROTORUA SUSTAINABLE TOURISM CHARTER

Rotorua Region

Jasons Maps

Rotorua’s surrounding district encompasses a chain of 16 beautiful lakes renowned for their ﬁshing and recreation. Appropriately named as the Lakes District, the area includes Lakes Rotoiti, Okataina, Rotoma and Tikitapu (Blue Lake). The vast Whakarewarewa Forest Park and Kaingaroa Forest add to the area’s outdoor appeal with a host of walking and mountainbiking tracks, while the small village of Ngongotaha is just 8km from the city centre and offers great trout ﬁshing in its local stream.

TAURANGA

GREERTON

PAPAM

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KAIMAI-MAMAKU FOREST PARK

LAKE RO

Matamata Tirau Tokoroa

Off Road NZ

NGONGOTAHA

FAIRY SPRINGS

Agroventures

ROTORUA

GLENHOME

Paradise Valley Springs

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LAKE OHAKURI

Taupo Turangi

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Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland (see ad on pg63) Buried Village of Te Wairoa (see ad on pg37)

Off Road NZ (see ad on pg42)

Agroventures (see ad on pg36)

Paradise Valley Springs (see ad on inside back cover)

Jasons Maps

Rotorua enjoys a pleasant climate; plenty of sunshine in summer with crisp, clear days in winter. Rotorua averages more than 2000 sunshine hours and just over 140cm of rain annually.

Tauranga

Map Key

MOA

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State Highway Number State Highway Geothermal Area

TE PUKE

District Boundary 2

LAKE ROTOEHU LAKE ROTOITI

30 LAKE ROTOMA

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KAWERAU 30 LAKE OKATAINA

OWHATA LYNMORE

WHAKAREWAREWA

LAKE OKAREKA LAKE TARAWERA

LAKE TIKITAPU

Buried Village of Te Wairoa LAKE ROTOMAHANA 5

LAKE REREWHAKAAITU

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

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Whakatane

Events Calendar

Events, Gigs, Festivals

June

3 Queen’s Birthday (Public Holiday) Music

1-3 June

The Rotorua Blues Festival

Blues fans and bands gather to celebrate the Blues. Demand will be high for tickets to the Mike Garner Band, Aussie ‘gun’ guitarist Jimi Hocking, and the Blues Cruise aboard the Lakeland Queen.

Sport/Outdoors Championship Netball 2 June After their ANZ Championship win in Melbourne last July the KIA Magic netball team wants your support. 7.20pm. Venue: Rotorua Energy Events Centre www.eventvenues. co.nz/sportingevents

Venue: www.bopblues.com/bluesfest

Art/Craft/Exhibitions KABLAM! Kereama Taepa

until 16 June Kereama Taepa combines kowhaiwhai (Maori scroll designs) with motifs from popular culture such as smiley faces, guns and cell phones. Venue: Rotorua Museum www.rotoruamuseum.co.nz

Festivals/Markets Soundshell Craft Market

1, 2, 16, 30 June Rotorua’s oldest and biggest market, held right on the fabulous lakefront! Crafts, collectables, plants, food, books, vinyl records, woodware, jewellery and more. Venue: Right on the lakefront

Sport/Outdoors

2 June Set on the beautiful Lake Tikitapu 3D Rotorua

(the Blue Lake), beneath the magniﬁcent Redwoods of Whakarewarewa Forest, individuals and teams with an adventurous streak will test themselves in 10 challenging events. Venue: www.3drotorua.co.nz

Art/Craft/Exhibitions Gold Strike – Bob Kerr

until 30 June Based on ‘Black Tuesday’ (12 November 1912), Bob Kerr’s oil paintings depict the grim reality of the Waihi gold miners’ strike. Venue: Rotorua Museum www.rotoruamuseum.co.nz

Festivals/Markets Hitched 2013

2 June All the inspiration a couple getting married could hope for including a master-class workshop by wedding industry experts. Venue: Rotorua Convention Centre, 1170 Fenton St rotoruaweddingshow.co.nz

Art/Craft/Exhibitions

Mike Porter – Game Designer

8 June

Leading computer graphics designer and lecturer Mike Porter speaks about the game development process, ﬁlm CGI (Computer Generated Images), past projects and what it takes to get into the ﬁlm and gaming industry. Venue: Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens www.rotoruamuseum.co.nz

Events Calendar

21 Shortest day (Winter Solstice) | Matariki Art/Craft/Exhibitions

Canterbury Quakes

from 22 June

Venue: .Civic Theatre, 1170 Fenton St, Rotorua www.stagechallenge.co.nz

Sport/Outdoors NZ National Indoor Bowls Competition

10-15 June Championship Singles, Pairs, Triples and Fours representatives play a round robin competition for the national titles.

Venue: Rotorua Museum Government Gardens www.rotoruamuseum.co.nz

18 June Bring your special someone along to this lunch date with a mix of classical, operatic and contemporary music. Includes lunch; 11am–1pm. Venue: Rotorua Baptist Church, 100 Malfroy Road www.daytimeconcerts.co.nz

10-14 June A high-energy dance, drama and music extravaganza that allows students to express their creativity in the performance.

At 4.35am on Saturday 4 September 2010, the Canterbury region was shaken awake by several large earthquakes and their consequent aftershocks. This exhibition looks at the science of earthquakes, the human side of the disaster and the recovery, with a strong emphasis on looking forward to the future.

Music Music for Romantics

Family Events Stage Challenge & J Rock

Venue: Rotorua Energy Events Centre www.nzindoorbowls. co.nz/nationals

Festivals/Markets

The Gypsy Travellers Fair

8-9 June

The gypsy ladies and gents come to town bringing a melting pot of wares. Tarot readings, crystals, incense, ethnic fabrics, leadlight, jewellery, hair braids, sarongs, bouncy castle, wooden toys, paintball and atmosphere. 9am-4pm. Venue: Soundshell and Village Green, Memorial Drive

Music

The Glenn Miller Orchestra

7 June

This concert spectacular brings back the unforgettable music of the 1940s and recreates the Golden Era of Swing. A colourful and ﬂamboyant evening ﬁlled with fun and nostalgia. Enjoy the great ‘Big Band’ hits, the music of The Andrews Sisters, the Frank Sinatra Songbook and the melodies made famous by Vera Lynn.

Nightlife Mid-Winter Christmas at the Races Party

24 June Brighten up the midyear with a fabulous mid-winter Christmas party hosted by Racing Rotorua. 11am–8pm. Venue: Arawa Park Racecourse, Fenton Street, Rotorua. www.theraces.co.nz

Venue: Civic Theatre, 1170 Fenton Street. Phone 0800 111 999

Festivals/Markets MATARIKI at the Night Market

20 June Celebrate Matariki with craft, kai and musical performance under the light of specially-made lanterns. From 5pm. Venue: Tutanekai Street rotoruanightmarket.co.nz

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Events, Gigs, Festivals

June

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Events, Gigs, Festivals

July

13–28 School Holidays Sport/Outdoors

13–14 July

Vegas Vindaloo MTB Orienteering Weekend Two days of mountainbike orienteering action on the world famous Whakarewarewa Forest trails. Suitable for all levels – from young families to experienced mountainbikers. Feel the heat on medium or longer courses or take on some short and spicy sprint action. Orienteering is an exciting outdoor adventure sport for everyone. Venue: Whakarewarewa Forest www.obop.org.nz

Art/Craft/Exhibitions Aotearoa Quilts

July Admire the skills of some of New Zealand’s top quilters in this stunning exhibition. Venue: Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens

Festivals/Markets

Mid-Winter Christmas at the Night Market

18 July

Come down to the night market and experience a traditional Christmas market with all the trimmings. There will be specialty foods and a massive table to sit at and enjoy your Christmas feast. 5–8pm. Venue: www.facebook.com/ﬁreandicerotorua

Art/Craft/Exhibitions Home & Leisure Show

19–21 July Be inspired by over 200 stands displaying everything from skincare and beauty products through to furnishings. Venue: Energy Events Centre, Queens Drive

Family Events

Outdoor Movie Night

20 July

Bring the family, dress warm and bring a seat to see Ice Age 4 at Rotorua’s ﬁ rst outdoor movie screening at the Village Green. 6–8.30pm. Venue: www.facebook.com/ﬁreandicerotorua

Art/Craft/Exhibitions Flow Riders – Tracing Kōwhaiwhai Traditions July Showcasing customary kōwhaiwhai (painted scroll designs) alongside works by some of Aotearoa’s most exciting contemporary Māori artists. Venue: Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens

Events Calendar

Family Events School Holiday Programme

15–26 July Creative classes for 8–12 year olds in a range of topics – from cooking to model making. Venue: The Arts Village Phone: 07 348 9008

Festivals/Markets Soundshell Craft Market

13, 28 July Rotorua’s oldest and biggest market, held right on the fabulous lakefront! Crafts, collectables, plants, food, books, vinyl records, woodware, jewellery and more. Venue: right on the lakefront

Art/Craft/Exhibitions

Matariki Oranga Whanau Tuarua

July

Students from Waiariki’s Screen Printing Department & Level 7 Advanced Diploma combine for a two week show of paintings, printmaking, jewellery, and ceramic puppets that celebrates the whanau this Matariki. Venue: The Arts Village Phone: 07 348 9008

©Chelsey Bramley – Te Whanau Peita

Family Events

July

Outdoor Ice Rink

Put your skates on and don’t miss the fun and festivities of life on the ice. Challenge yourself and your friends as you ﬁnd your feet on the ice (not sleet). For the month of July the Ice Rink will be open from 9am to 9pm. This will be a must-do these school holidays. Venue: Village Green www.facebook.com/ﬁreandicerotorua

Music

The Great Crooners

23 July

The silky tones and laid-back tunes recreated: Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Doris Day, Rosemary Clooney – they can’t make it but their music can. Venue: Rotorua Baptist Church, 100 Malfroy Road. Phone: 0508 266 237. www.daytimeconcerts.co.nz

Nightlife Luminite

26 July Follow the light trail and see another side of the spectacular Government Gardens. At 9pm the sky will come alight with an exciting ﬁreworks and laser show. 6–9pm. Venue: www.facebook.com/ ﬁreandicerotorua

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Events, Gigs, Festivals

July

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Events, Gigs, Festivals

August

Coming Soon: 5 Sep: ITM Cup Bay of Plenty vs Sport/Outdoors

3,10,17 August

Burgen Tough Guy and Gal Challenge Rotorua is the home of the original Tough Guy & Gal Challenge. The course includes water trails, net climb, crawl under barb wire obstacles, swamp crossings, native bush trail, wobbly water bridge, open paddock running, hurdles, wire rope bridge and tunnels. It’s the original mud run, so keep in mind that – in this case – the best race is not a clean one! Venue: Phone: 07 348 3301 info@eventpromotions.co.nz www.eventpromotions.co.nz

Music Antipodes String Trio

9 August Featuring a masterwork repertoire; from Larry Pruden to Mozart; and Brahms’ epic Piano Quartet in C minor. Venue: Concert Chamber, Rotorua Convention Centre www.rotoruamusic.org.nz

Art/Craft/Exhibitions

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O Tenei Me Tena August (This and that) An exhibition of old and new works by Angela Swann-Cronin. Angela weaves colour, poetry, maoritanga and symbolism into her paintings to present a style that is uniquely hers. Themes are many and varied including spiritualism, maoritanga and surﬁng. Venue: The Arts Village. Phone 07 348 9008 www.rave.org.nz

Festivals/Markets Soundshell Craft Market

11, 25 August Rotorua’s oldest and biggest market, held right on the fabulous lakefront! Crafts, collectables, plants, food, books, vinyl records, woodware, jewellery and more. Venue: Right on the lakefront

Music

NZSO presents Heroic Beethoven

23 August

Art/Craft/Exhibitions Becky & Friends

From 2 August

The ﬁrst four notes of Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony comprise one of the most famous moments in the history of music. An evening of heroic and exhilarating music.

Rebecca Smith and Friends will be exhibiting a range of contemporary art styles in the Cottage Gallery.

Venue: Civic Theatre, Rotorua www.ticketmaster.co.nz

Venue: The Arts Village. Phone 07 348 9008

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Canterbury

| Conservation Week: 8–15 Sep

Art/Craft/Exhibitions

Down the Hall on a Saturday Night

from 17 August

This exhibition explores the decades after World War II when communitybuilt halls were the centre of rural life. Come Saturday night, farming families made their own fun, going down to the hall for a dance – or some other event. Ladies were asked to ‘bring a plate’, men gathered by the door – and kids slid up and down on the powdered ﬂoor. Venue: Rotorua Museum Government Gardens

Sport/Outdoors

18 The Great Living August Legends Muck In Living Legends is a community conservation project where local rugby legends put their might and name behind public planting days where in 2013, 40,000 native trees will be planted across the country. Register by 14 August and help out. Venue: Hamurana Springs Recreation Reserve www.livinglegends.co.nz

Art/Craft/Exhibitions Paint a fun portrait

10 August Smartartz painting workshop for beginners, from teenagers to adults. Bring your own paints, all other materials provided. Venue: The Arts Village. Phone 07 348 9008

Festivals/Markets Hot Lakes Craft Market

11 August This makers market has 100% handmade items, including hula-hoops all created by local people. Open 10am– 2pm rain or shine. Venue: The Arts Village, 1240 Hinemaru Street www.facebook.com/hotlakes

Art/Craft/Exhibitions

Explosions of Fibre

30 Aug –1 Sep

Creative Fibre Rotorua host a conference of spinners and weavers who will be displaying and selling their wares over three days of concentrated workshops and creativity. Venue: The Arts Village. Phone 07 348 9008

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Events, Gigs, Festivals

August

What’s Hot

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Burgen Tough Guy and Gal Challenge 3, 10, 17 August Rotorua is the home of the original Tough Guy & Gal Challenge. The course includes water trails, net climb, crawl under barb wire obstacles, swamp crossings, native bush trail, wobbly water bridge, open paddock running, hurdles, wire rope bridge and tunnels. It’s the original mud run, so keep in mind that – in this case – the best race is not a clean one! Venue: Phone: 07 348 3301 info@eventpromotions.co.nz www.eventpromotions.co.nz

Rainbow Springs Set amidst native forest, Rainbow Springs is home to one of New Zealand’s most precious inhabitants - the kiwi. Take a fun water-ride through the ecological evolution of New Zealand, come faceto-face with pre-history in the eyes of a tuatara, feed birds and wild trout and be impressed by the skills and intellect of the feathered entertainers who will delight you with a range of games and tricks at the bird show. See ad page 20 Venue: Phone: 07 350 0440 or Freephone: 0800 RAINBOW. info@rainbowsprings.co.nz www.rainbowsprings.co.nz

Rotorua Duck Tours Discover Rotorua on a 90-minute sightseeing adventure onboard an authentic WWII amphibious vehicle. Your experienced ‘Conducktor’ will show you the city highlights, followed by a scenic trip out to the spectacular lakes area for ‘splashdown’ into Lake Tikitapu and Okareka. An entertaining and informative all-weather tour. Bookings essential. See ad page 51 Venue: Departs from the i-SITE, 1167 Fenton Street, Rotorua. Phone: 07 345 6522. info@ducktours.co.nz www.ducktours.co.nz

Off Road NZ Be king or queen of off-road in a selfdrive 4WD bush safari where you get to conquer an extreme trail set in beautiful native rainforest. The vehicles get dirty, but you stay clean in this rugged adventure. Tours are fully guided by professional instructors and last from 45 mins to an hour. Don’t forget your camera and warm clothes. Safaris depart on the hour, 9pm-4pm. See ad page 42 Venue: 193 Amoore Road. Phone: 07 332 5748 www.offroadnz.co.nz

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Matariki is the Maori name for the star cluster known as the Pleiades. When the cluster appears on the pre-dawn eastern horizon in June, it signals new growth and the new year. Maori traditionally celebrated Matariki by gathering with whanau (family), and is now an opportunity for Maori to share their stories and culture with the wider community. Venue: Matariki festivities start on June 10th, look for the many events and activities planned throughout Rotorua and the country

Tamaki Maori Village Receive a traditional welcome on to a Pre-European Maori Village nestled within our 200 year old native forest. See demonstrations of facial tattooing, weaving, carving; witness the earth being carefully scraped away from the hangi pit to reveal baskets laden with your sumptuous hangi buffet feast, and be entertained with a powerful cultural performance. See ad page 21 Venue: Freephone: (0508) TAMAKI (826254) Email: bookings@maoriculture.co.nz Website: www.tamakimaorivillage.co.nz

Buried Village Once the site for tours to the world famous Pink and White Terraces, the Buried Village gives an insight into life before and after the violent 1886 eruption of Mt Tarawera. The world-class museum houses a large collection of objects excavated from the site and guides tell the stories of Te Wairoa throughout the several acres of excavations. Make sure to factor in the walk to the foot of the spectacular Wairere waterfall. See ad page 37 Venue: Phone: 07 362 8287 Email: discover@buriedvillage.co.nz www.buriedvillage.co.nz

Polynesian Spa World-acclaimed spa Re-energise and warm your soul in one of 26 natural hot springs, or indulge in a signature mud polish, mud body wrap, or revitalise with a massage. Choose to relax in the tranquil lake spa, one of the secluded private pools or splash around with the kids in the family pool. The Spa, has been named one of the top ten thermal, medical and natural spas in the world by Conde Nast Travel magazine. See ad page 25 Venue: Phone: 07 348 1328 Email: info@polynesianspa.co.nz www.polynesianspa.co.nz

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Matariki (Maori New Year) Festival From 10 June

Get up close and personal With no glass in our outdoor night aviary, and only a knee high fence separating you from these curious native birds, you can get closer to kiwi than you ever thought possible. Open daily 8:30am-late â&#x20AC;˘ Fairy Springs Rd â&#x20AC;˘ Phone 0800 724 626

www.rainbowsprings.co.nz

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24 hours in Rotorua

You’ve arrived in New Zealand’s thermal heartland and there’s so much you must see, yet you only have 24hours, or less, to visit with us? Rotorua’s natural wonders, and welcoming people have so much to offer, so where should you start? Never fear, here’s our recommendations as to what to ﬁt in for the short time you’re here.

Morning your day the best 8.00 Start possible way – with a visit to Whakarewarewa Forest,

The Redwoods. Grab a coffee from the cart outside the gift shop and then set off on your stroll. You can’t help but be impressed by the beautiful morning light as it ﬁlters through the Californian Coastal Redwoods. Peaceful yet teeming with life, native birds will keep you company as you explore the many paths and discover many stunning views. Make sure you take a look around their gift shop – they have an extensive range of quality handcrafted native wooden gifts as well as gifts inspired by nature. The best bit is that all proﬁts from the shop go towards the upkeep of the forest. Phone: 07 350 0110. www.redwoods.co.nz

New Zealand has always 10.00 estimated been famous for its sheep. It’s that there are 20 sheep

for every person who lives here, which is why you really must visit Agrodome. Set in the heart of a 350-acre working farm, this is your hands-on chance to ﬁnd out what life on a New Zealand farm is all about. The Farm Show is lots of fun as you get introduced to different types of sheep, then see them shorn live, just the way they do in the wool sheds. The sheep dogs put on a show – you’ll be surprised at just how quickly they can get sheep (and ducks) into line! After The Farm Show the farm tour is in order. Agrodome runs sheep on the property, but it is also the site of a 100% organic orchard and olive grove. Phone: 07 357 1050. www.agrodome.co.nz

Afternoon ﬁve minutes drive from central Rotorua city, take the 1.00 Just Skyline gondola (seats eight in each

cablecar) 487 metres up Mount Ngongotaha and marvel at the breathtaking vista across Rotorua and the lake. After you’ve taken lots of photos, enjoy a sumptuous lunch at the new Market Kitchen Café, sample some Volcanic Hills Wines in the Tasting Room, while those with a sweet tooth can sample some bizarre-sounding jellybean flavours at the Jelly Belly shop. You took the tranquil way up the hill, so why not take the thrilling way down with a world-first luge designed and built in Rotorua. This fun-filled gravity ride on a 3-wheel cart uses a unique steering and braking system providing the rider with full control. Phone: 07 347 0027. www.skyline.co.nz/rotorua

the world-renowned 3.00 Visit Rotorua Museum – it’s like no other museum in the world

and it’s a great introduction to Rotorua’s past, and the world of the Te Arawa people, Rotorua’s original inhabitants who came from across the Paciﬁc Ocean. Discover Rotorua’s rich culture, volatile landscape and legendary ﬁ gures in this must see museum. Innovative displays, changing art exhibitions, and cinema experiences bring the region’s history to life. You can also learn more about the history of the Rotorua Spa and explore the Bath House from basement to rooftop. The stunning Bath House building can be explored from the mud bath basement to the viewing platform on the rooftop. Phone 07 350 1814. www.rotoruamuseum.co.nz

Evening Rotorua – feel the spirit – 5.00 Manaakitanga. But what does that pm actually mean? An ancient cultural

concept of Maori, Manaakitanga means that when you visit somewhere, your hosts should take care of you completely; your enjoyment is their responsibility and they must fully commit themselves to you having a good time. Te Puia is the embodiment of this concept. A cultural centre close to town in the geothermal Whakarewarewa Valley, you will enjoy a traditional powhiri (welcome) onto the centre grounds before feasting on hangi – a meal that is prepared in the traditional way, on hot rocks beneath the ground. After dinner there will be kapa haka (Maori cultural) performances, and a chance to explore the Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley by night. Don’t worry, the paths are well lit and the friendly staff are on hand. The atmosphere is incredible just being able to see the Pohutu geyser lit like that is reason enough to go. Phone: 0800 TE PUIA (0800 83 784). www.tepuia.com

You can’t visit Rotorua without 8.00 relaxing in a hot pool or soaking pm in a mud pool. People have been

seeking out the health beneﬁts of Rotorua’s geothermal springs and mud pools for over 250 years, one soak or mud mask and you’ll know why! Invigorating your skin yet relaxing your mind and your muscles, the mud leaves your skin velvety soft and glowing. The Polynesian Spa (Lakeside on Hinemoa St) has been named one of the top ten spa experiences in the world by Conde Naste magazine, and with a selection of thermal pools available including private, couples, adults only and family, you’ll ﬁnd just what you’re looking for. Their range of spa treatments are the Rotorua Thermal Mud Scrub and Massage and Thermal Mud Body Wrap. The staff are all well trained and are happy to suggest the best options for you or your loved one. Maybe a couples aromatherapy massage? Whatever you choose, you will slip into bed blissfully relaxed, ready for another day exploring tomorrow. Phone 07 348 1328. www.polynesianspa.co.nz

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Whakarewarewa Thermal Village The Tuhourangi/Ngati Wahiao people have a proud heritage that they’ve shared with visitors from all around the world for over two hundred years. Join a guided tour through the village and see how geothermal activity is utilised for everyday use; from cooking (enjoy a full hangi meal, or eat a corn-onthe-cob cooked in a mineral pool) to bathing and heating. Be entertained by a cultural performance, and learn about this unique way of life. Overnight stays can be arranged for groups of ten or more (bookings are essential). Contact details: Phone: 07 349 3463 Email: info@whakarewarewa.com www.whakarewarewa.com

Government Gardens Explore historic gardens that surround a Tudor-style spa bath house and an ornate Mediterranean-style public swimming pool. Originally known as Paepaekumana, this site is of historical importance to local Maori who gifted it in the late 1800s “for the beneﬁt of the people of the world”. In 1908 the New Zealand government opened an elaborate bath house, built in the Elizabethan Tudor style of architecture. Today it is now a museum with an award-winning exhibition on the days when international visitors came to ‘take the waters’. Contact details: Queens Drive www.rotoruamuseum.co.nz

Pig & Whistle After taking in the beauty of Rotorua’s great outdoors, bring your group indoors and enjoy a refreshing drink and meal at a local landmark filled with atmosphere, and historical charm. Winter warmers include burgers, soup, seafood chowder, steak, ribs; curly fries are always good to share and there’s a great kids’ menu. Live bands play every Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, and with two big screens in the garden bar and five high definition plasma screens in the main bar this is the venue to gather and watch the big games over winter. Contact details: Phone: 07 347 3025 Cnr Haupapa and Tutanekai Streets www.pigandwhistle.co.nz

If your group enjoys bargain hunting beyond the souvenir shops, head to the heart of Rotorua’s main shopping area. The Rotorua Central Mall caters to all your shopping needs, from large national chain stores to smaller, owner-operated retail businesses. Stores include: photography centre, a barber, health shop, clothing, lingerie, footwear, home furnishings, electronic goods, books and stationery, jewellery. And to refuel after ﬁnding the bargains, the undercover food court will cater to all tastes: ﬁsh & chips, roast chicken, Indian curries, Asian cuisine, fresh sandwiches, and gourmet cookies. Contact details: 1166 Amohau Street, Rotorua

Agroventures Adventure Park Get your group to the hub of unique activities that will really keep everyone in your party amused. Hang on while your professional driver takes you on three hot laps of a purpose-built 1km sprint watercourse in a Hamilton Jet Boat; be hoisted 40m skywards with two friends, feel the anticipation before one of you pulls the ripcord and you all plummet towards the earth at 130kmph; try the art of body ﬂying and be suspended on a wind column; or race against the clock on a pedal-powered monorail racetrack. Ideal for team-building days. Contact details: Phone: 0800 949 888 Email: reservations@agroventures.co.nz www.agroventures.co.nz

Hells Gate More heaven than hell! Escape into nature, overlooking spectacular geothermal scenery and slide into one of three new large family mud baths or the large free-form sulphur spa. Relax and enjoy the sounds of the mineral spring-fed waterfall leading to a revitalising plunge pool. The newly decked-out spa area is an addition to the pre-existing semi-private mud baths and two sulphur baths. From 6pm until 10pm on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays in winter, you can enjoy this unique experience at Hell’s Gate Twilight Spa and bathe in mud under the stars! Contact details: Phone: 07 345 3151 State Highway 30, Tikitere, Rotorua www.hellsgate.co.nz

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Often called ‘The Great Spa of the South Pacific’, Rotorua’s geothermal water, mineral-enriched muds, Maori massage and indigenous herbs play a special role in local spa culture. Rotorua comes into its own in winter as you can banish the cold-weather blues by soaking in thermally-heated pure spring waters or mellow in a mineral mud bath and truly feel like you’re a world away. On a rainy day, Rotorua can look its ethereal best when the steam mixes with the rain and the raindrops fall on the bubbling mud. For more than 500 years, local Maori have treasured this place of healing and revitalisation, even naming one of the most spectacular springs Wai-O-Tapu (Sacred Waters). Following the lead of Maori, European visitors have ‘taken the waters’ in Rotorua since 1882, when the New Zealand government built several bathhouses, and developed the thermal area as a destination (and in doing so, created the first government tourist office in the world). You can find out more about Rotorua’s spa history at the Rotorua Museum. Rotorua’s role as a place of therapeutic healing is continued at the QE Baths, where the spa treatments and remedial massage are supported by physiotherapy clinicians and a gym.

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Geothermal hot pools, high in sulphur, are known to ease pain from arthritis and general aches and pains, and are said to be beneﬁcial

Refresh yourself in outdoor pools surrounded by piles of great pumice boulders and overlooking the majestic Lake Rotorua.

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To complement the wellness-enhancing properties of the waters, many of Rotorua’s spa complexes have beauty and massage therapies available; choose from facials, body scrubs, mud and herbal linen wraps, massages, manicures and pedicures. The range of spa experiences you can have in Rotorua is vast: from outdoor plunge pools in landscaped gardens surrounded by piles of great pumice boulders and overlooking the majestic Lake Rotorua to indoor freshwater pools with a slide for younger members; hot springs milky with minerals or semi-private mineral mud baths, to larger mud pools that cater to groups or families. Recently opened is the Treetops Lodge and Estate’s day spa, where wellness therapies are integrated with a touch of Maori healing culture and indigenous holistic practices. The day spa is available to both lodge guests and visitors alike. Whether it’s an hour or two of relaxation, or a day of indulgence, Rotorua is where you’ll ﬁnd nature at its wellness-enhancing and revitalising best.

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for soothing skin ailments. Covering your body in mud actively removes excess oils from within the skin’s pores and leaves you feeling soft and smooth.

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Activities

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World-class visitor attractions, vibrant Māori heritage and spectacular thermal areas guarantee plenty of entertainment for everyone in Rotorua. Just minutes from Rotorua’s city centre, you’ll find magnificent examples of hissing geysers, bubbling mud pools and steaming fumaroles. In Rotorua you can experience Māori culture, visit a traditional village, learn about the world famous haka and sample a succulent hangi (Mãori feast). The Rotorua Museum is the place to uncover the region’s history, including the 1886 eruption of Mount Tarawera. Watch the Lady Knox geyser erupt at Wai-o-tapu; see the bubbling mud pools and geysers of Whakarewarewa and Hells Gate; walk through Waimangu Volcanic Valley and enjoy a cruise on Lake Rotomahana, and visit the Buried Village. For the best views in town, catch the gondola up Mount Ngongotaha – then luge back down at high-speed. The adventurous will be excited by the range of activities available to them including horse riding, guided treks and volcano hikes, trout fishing, whitewater rafting, sledging, jetboating, kayaking, parasailing, tandem skydiving, scenic flights, four wheel drive safaris, quad and mountainbiking, raceline karting, or tackle the uniquely Kiwi adventures of bungy jumping, shweebing and zorbing.

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You’ll ﬁnd plenty of family attractions, including native wildlife and tranquil bushwalks at Rainbow Springs and Paradise Valley Springs, the famous Agrodome farm shows, mini golf, and relaxing hot pools and spas. For those who want to get out on the water, you can paddle a kayak or Mãori waka, sail the waters of Lake Rotoiti or explore majestic Lake Tarawera.

Take a guided tour of the city sights or the wildlife sanctuary of Mokoia Island.

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141 Western Road, Ngongotaha Phone 07 357 1050 • www.agrodome.co.nz reservations@agrodome.co.nz Head to the Agrodome to see their Farm Show– starring a cast of talented animals, and you! Plus, join the Organic Farm Tour to explore a real working farm, hand-feed loads of friendly animals, and sample delicious kiwifruit juice and honey. There’s also the nursery, with baby animals available for cuddles and photos, and the Woollen Mill and Shearing Museum, so go and enjoy! see display ad page 35 Price: $30 adult, $15 child for farm show. Duration: 1 hour for farm show. Opening hours: 8.30am–5pm, 365 days a year.

Agroventures Adventure Park 1335 Paradise Valley Road, Ngongotaha, Rotorua Phone 0800 949 888 • reservations@agroventures.co.nz www.agroventures.co.nz Experience New Zealand’s most iconic adventure activities at unbelievable value Choose from NZ’s best value Bungy Jump or Swoop sky swing; Agrojet - NZ’s ONLY commercial jet sprint (and fastest jet boat in the country); NZ’s ONE and ONLY wind tunnel Freefall Xtreme; and the incredible Shweebracing monorail - the ONLY one in the world! From infants to grandparents, there is something for everyone. see display ad page 36 Price: From $49 adult and child. Duration: Dependent on your activity choice. Opening hours: 9am-5pm except Xmas Day.

aMAZEme 1335 Paradise Valley Road, Ngongotaha, Rotorua Phone 07 357 5759 • amazeme@xtra.co.nz www.amazeme.co.nz Just 8 mins from Rotorua city, aMAZEme is 1.4 kilometres of winding hedge lined pathways that take you to the centre of the maze. You are bound to get lost and are guaranteed to have loads of fun ﬁnding your way. There is also an activity play area, small animal enclosure and McGregor’s Garden. Picnics welcome. Affordable fun in a picturesque park. see display ad page 38 Price: $16 adult, $9 child 5-17 years. Duration: Allow at least a couple of hours. Opening hours: 7 days. 10am–4pm (weather permitting)

Buried Village 1180 Tarawera Road, RD 5, Rotorua (Just past the Blue & Green Lakes) • Phone 07 362 8287 discover@buriedvillage.co.nz www.buriedvillage.co.nz Te Wairoa was literally buried in the 1886 volcanic eruption of Mt. Tarawera. The ash preserved much of the village providing a rare insight into 19th century New Zealand life. Both awe inspiring and moving, the displays in the award winning museum and the excavated sites put everything into context. Te Wairoa the Buried Village is like nothing else you will experience in New Zealand. see display ad page 37 Price: $32 adult, $10 child 5-15 years, $69 family pass. Duration: 1.5 hours. Call to check tour times. Opening hours: Winter – 9am-4.30pm.

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Experience stunning views over Lake Okareka and Lake and Mt Tarawera. Treks to accommodate all abilities. Complimentary pick up and drop off. Located 15 minutes from city centre. Treks guided by Lucy across her family owned farm since 1937.

Longfords Farm, 51 Acacia Road, Lake Okareka, Rotorua TO BOOK phone Lucy Playne (07) 362 8185 Mob: 021 292 2233 lucy@treklakeokareka.co.nz www.treklakeokareka.co.nz

HEliPRO Rotorua Hemo Road, Te Puia, Rotorua • Phone +64 7 357 2512 or 0800 435 477 • rotorua@helipro.co.nz • www.helipro.co.nz The best way to view this incredibly varied geothermal region is by air. HELiPRO is proud to have an exclusive concession to land on sacred Mt Tarawera, combine this with a ﬂight to and landing on the active volcano White Island! From ancient forests to volcanic plateaus, bubbling mud pools, geysers and the many colourful lakes of Rotorua - you can see it all with Helipro. see display ad page 39 Price: From $99 per person. Child under 2 is free. Subject to: Minimum passenger numbers. Duration: On demand.

Horse Trekking Lake Okareka 51 Acacia Road, Rotorua • Phone 07 362 8185 booking@treklakeokareka.co.nz www.treklakeokareka.co.nz Horse Trekking Lake Okareka has treks to suit all abilities from beginners to those more experienced, with horses and ponies to match each riders’ level. Helmets are provided for all riders and wet weather gear when needed. Treks go out in all weather and it’s just as much fun in the rain. Riders will enjoy spectacular views over lakes and mountains in the Rotorua area. see display ad above Price: Starting from $40 for a half hour trek. Duration: 1/2hour–3 hours, depending on trek. Opening hours: Treks twice daily usually 10am and 1pm. Mt Tarawera ©Destination Rotorua

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Kaitiaki Adventures Rotorua, New Zealand Phone 0800 338 736 info@kaitiaki.co.nz • www.kaitiaki.co.nz Kaitiaki Adventures is one of Rotorua’s most experienced Raft and Sledge Guide companies. In Maori Kaitiaki means “Guardianship or Caretaker” and the team at Kaitiaki take that role very seriously when it comes to your safety. Choose from traditional rafting or try sledging (hydrospeeding); you don’t have to be experienced – the friendly crew will look after you. see display ad page 41 Price: From $95. Duration: From 3.5 hours. Opening hours: From 8am.

Kaituna Cascades The Big Green Barn, Trout Pool Road, Okere Falls, Rotorua • Phone 0800 Kaituna (0800 524 8862) www.kaitunacascades.co.nz Kaituna Cascades take their name from the rapids they named. With as strong an emphasis on safety as there is fun, Kaituna Cascades will guide you through what is considered to be one of the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall – all 21 feet of it! Slipping through narrow canyons and 14 awesome drops, Kaituna Cascades are proud to set the bar of white water excitement. see display ad page 41 Price: Rafting from $84 adult; Kayaking from $95 adult. Duration: Dependent on your activity choice. Opening hours: 8am – 8pm. Bookings essential.

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Kawarau Jet Rotorua & K-Jet Parasailing Memorial Drive, Rotorua • Phone 0800 538 7746 kjetrotorua@xtra.co.nz • www.kjetrotorua.co.nz Kawarau Jet and K-Jet Parasailing offer a mix of speed, spins and adrenalin, mixed with scenic views up to 400 feet high over Rotorua and beyond. Spend 30 exhilarating minutes on Lake Rotorua experiencing the true power of a V8 jet boat. If you’d rather take to the air, choose from tandem or solo parasailing with a dry take-off and landing. The view is phenomenal! see display ad page 43 Price: Adult $74, Child $54. Tandem $80pp, Solo $115 Duration: Dependent on your activity choice. Opening hours: From 9am, 365 days of the year.

Mamaku Blue Blueberry Experience 311 Maraeroa Road, Mamaku, Rotorua Phone 07 332 5840 winery@mamakublue.co.nz www.mamakublue.co.nz At Mamaku Blue Blueberry farm they grow their very own blueberries and produce quality liqueur, pure blueberry juice, gooseberry products, wines, sauces, jams, ice-cream and chocolates. From wine and product tasting to orchard and pack-house tours, Mamaku Blue offers you an insight into NZ rural life, and the many beneﬁts of their “little globes of health.” see display ad page 40 Price: Admission is free. Duration: Tours start at 60 minutes. Opening hours: Winter - 9.30am – 5pm.

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■ Small animal enclosure ■ McGregor’s Garden ■ Monarch Butterfly House ■ Outdoor activities ■ Affordable fun ■ Open 10am-4pm (weather permitting)

1.4km of winding hedge where you get to race to the centre - winner takes all! 1335 Paradise Valley Rd, Ngongotaha (entrance from State Highway 5) T: 3575759 Alexandra & Peer Jensen E: amazeme@xtra.co.nz W: www.amazeme.co.nz

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Helicopter Scenic Tours Land on White Island-active Volcano Land on Mount Tarawera -Exclusive to HELiPRO Fly over stunning Lakes, thermal reserves and waterfalls Combinations include cruises, wineries and Jetboat tours

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Mini Golf Rotorua 152 Fairy Springs Road, Rotorua Phone 0508 Minigolf (0508 64 64 46) minigolfnz@xtra.co.nz • www.minigolfrotorua.co.nz Challenge yourself on the 18 hole American championship standards course. It’ll reflect your skill level, not your luck. Set amidst native flora, you’ll find the fauna friendly too – rabbits, frogs, fish, pigeons and other birds are all around you. Where else in the world would you find a 2000 year old rata tree stump with waterfall? The lights at night make it even more fun. See display ad page 44 Price: $14 adult, $10 child, $38 family pass. Opening hours: Mon to Thurs: 10am-dark; Fri & Sat: 10am-9pm; Sun 9am – 6pm

MITAI Māori Village 196 Fairy Springs Road, Rotorua • Phone 07 343 9132 reservations@mitai.co.nz • www.mitai.co.nz An evening at Mitai will give you an authentic introduction to Maori culture incorporating a groundcooked hangi meal, cultural performance, waka and guided bush walk. Be enthralled by the natural bush setting, see warriors in traditional dress paddle an ancient warrior canoe (waka) down the Wai-o-whiro stream, and don’t miss your only opportunity in the Rotorua area to see glow worms in their natural habitat. see display ad page 44 Price: $106.50 adult, $52.50 child 10-16 years, $20.50 child 5-9 years. Duration: Approx 3 hours. Opening hours: From 6.30pm

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311 Maraeroa Road, Off SH5, Mamaku, Rotorua P: 07 332 5840 www.mamakublue.co.nz

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Raft & Kayak Expeditions “The Original Raft & Kayak Company”

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New Zealand RiverJet Corner of State Highway 5 & Tutukau Road, Taupo/ Rotorua • Phone 07 333 7111 • sales@riverjet.co.nz www.riverjet.co.nz New Zealand RiverJet has a selection of adventure combinations guaranteed to thrill! Combine jet boating with geothermal exploration, nature walks, hot springs, canyoning and thrills. What will you choose? A thrill ride? A family experience? Maybe you want to spend time at Orakei Korako? Whatever you choose, the majestic Tutukau Gorge will be part of it. Bring your camera but hold on to it tight! see display ad page 47 Price: From $125 adult, $79 child 3-15 years. Duration: Allow 3 hours. Opening hours: Morning & afternoon departures.

Off Road NZ 193 Amoore Road, RD2, Rotorua Phone 07 332 5748 drive@offroadnz.co.nz www.offroadnz.co.nz Off Road NZ is a sustainable premium adventure experience, creating awesome memories by providing the best self-drive, off road vehicle experiences around including 4WD Bush Safaris, Monster 4X4 Thrill Rides and 390cc 4-stroke karts that you can drive on New Zealand’s newest and longest KartSport circuit. Set amongst native bush, the rugged Rotorua landscape offers diverse terrain suitable for everyone. see display ad below Price: From $50 adult, $15 child 5-16 years. Duration: 60 minutes; package durations are longer. Opening hours: 9am-5pm every day except Xmas Day.

We provide the best self-drive off road vehicle experiences of its type in New Zealand including 4WD Bush Safaris and Monster 4X4 Thrill Rides.Try our NEWEST adventure-Raceline Karting. Race one of our 390cc 4-stroke karts up to 100kph on New Zealand’s newest and longest KartSport circuit. Refer to the voucher area of this book for our discount offer

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MANUPIRUA HOT SPRINGS Travel at high speed across scenic Lake Rotorua to the Ohau Channel, then onto Lake Rotoiti where we will take you to the beautiful and peaceful Manupirua Hot Pools for a relaxing soak. Only accessible by Boat, a true Kiwi Experience!

parasailing Sit back , relax & enjoy the exhilaration of free flight & admire the great scenery. Truly a unique experience finished by gently returning to the flight deck for a smooth landing.

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525 Ngongotaha Road, Rotorua Phone 0800 OGO Rotorua (0800 646 768) info@ogo.co.nz www.ogo.co.nz The OGO is a 3 metre transparent sphere lovingly constructed from over 100 square metres of plastic, 1,000 plus little plastic anchors, about 600 multicolored strings and endless hours of welding, gluing and tying combined with sweat, tears and teensy little kisses to make a big beautiful ball that you can jump inside and roll down a hill. By which we mean a 250m paddock! see display ad page 48 Price: From $25. Duration: Dependent on activity. Opening hours: From 9am every day except Christmas Day.

Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park 494 Orakei Korako Rd, Taupo • Phone 07 378 3131 www.orakeikorako.co.nz 25min north of Taupo, 45min south of Rotorua lies ‘The Hidden Valley’ of Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park. Wander through a valley of unbelievable colour, bubbling hot springs, up to 23 active natural gushing geysers, and an extremely rare geothermal cave preserved by its isolation from the outside world. see display ad page 52 Price: $36 adult, $15 child 16 & under, $92 family pass. Duration: Aprox 1 hour. Opening hours: From 8am to 4pm (til 4.30pm in summer)

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Paradise Valley Springs 467 Paradise Valley Road, Rotorua Phone 07 348 9667 • info@paradisev.co.nz www.paradisev.co.nz Rotorua’s Must See Wildlife Park. Hand-feed NZ’s Wildlife, Rainbow Trout, Native Birds and Friendly Farm Animals. See huge Native Eels, our Waterbird Wetland and enter our walk through Kea aviary. Then taste pure water straight from our Spring, and take our elevated Rainforest Treetops Walk through mature NZ bush. Get close to the ‘Pride of Paradise’ - our large pride of Lions plus see Lion Feeding 2.30pm daily. see display ad inside back cover Price: $30 adult, $15 child 5-15 years. Duration: Allow a couple of hours. Opening hours: Open 365 days, 8am till dark, last entry 5pm.

Polynesian Spa Lakeside, 1000 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua Phone 07 348 1328 • info@polynesianspa.co.nz www.polynesianspa.co.nz Polynesian Spa is New Zealand’s leading international spa, with a range of mineral pools to soak in and relax. Choose from the Lake Spa, overlooking Lake Rotorua, which has four shallow hot mineral rock pools set to a sublime 36–42 degrees. Or try the adult pools and Priest Spa, with seven mineral pools from 38–42 degrees. A family spa and treatments are also available. see display ad page 25 Price: Starting from $14.50 adult, $6.50 child. Duration: 1–2 hours, plus longer for spa treatments. Opening hours: 8am–11pm daily.

RailCruising.Com Mamaku Railway Station, 11 Kaponga Street, Mamaku, RD2 Rotorua • Phone 0800 Railriders (0800 724 574) • www.railcruising.com RailCruising allows you to travel along railway lines in your own powered self-drive, 4-seat railway vehicle called the RailCruiser. Travelling in groups spaced 300 meters apart, you will travel like a virtual from Mamaku Railway Station to Tarukenga and back again. Cruising along at 20km/hr, you can listen to the audio tour and discover a unique piece of New Zealand railway history. Kids love this! see display ad page 45 Price: $76 adult, $38 child 5-16 years. Duration: 1.5 hours. Opening hours: Winter – 11am, 1pm.

Rainbow Springs Wildlife Park 192 Fairy Springs Road, Fairy Springs, Rotorua Phone 07 350 0440 • info@rainbowsprings.co.nz www.rainbowsprings.co.nz Set in 22 acres of beautiful native trees and streams, Rainbow Springs is home to a huge variety of New Zealand’s most precious inhabitants with their kiwi conservation program having released over 1,000 kiwis into the wild. The Big Splash will take you on a 9 minute rafting journey through time as you explore the ecological evolution of New Zealand including Moas and the Haast Eagle. see display ad page 20 Price: $38 adult, $24.70 child 5-15 years. Duration: Allow at least a couple of hours. Opening hours: From 8.30am till late.

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Rapids Jet Nga Awa Purua Road, off Rapids Road, Aratiatia, Taupo Phone 0800 Rapids (727 437) info@rapidsjet.com www.rapidsjet.com Set in the beautiful Aratiatia Scenic Reserve is New Zealand’s best white water Jet Boat Ride, Rapids Jet. Operating on the biggest commercial jet boating rapids, shoot through a narrow canyon, be exhilarated by spins on crystal clear water, trout spot and surf the pressure waves of the awesome Nga Awa Purua rapids. One 35 minute blast guarantees an adrenaline rush you won’t ever forget! see display ad page 50 Price: $105 adult, $60 child. Duration: 35minutes. Opening hours: Winter - 10am-4pm.

River Rats Raft & Kayak 391 State Highway 33, Mourea, Rotorua Phone 0800 333 900 • info@riverrats.co.nz www.riverrats.co.nz River Rats Raft & Kayak have been offering quality rafting adventures for over 30 years. Priding themselves on a safety ﬁrst culture and attention to detail, they can offer a range of different rafting options from gentle Grade 2 rapids to full on Grade 5 for the adrenaline ﬁends! River Rats also offers guided kayak tours as well as hiring kayaks out by the hour. see display ad page 53 Price: Rafting from $99 adult, $109 child under 16. Kayaks from $30 per 2 hours. Opening hours: Call from 7.30am to book.

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173 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua Phone 07 343 1001 hello@canopytours.co.nz www.canopytours.co.nz Go on a magical journey through untouched native New Zealand forest with Rotorua Canopy Tours. High amongst ancient trees this three hour adventure combines fun with natural beauty on New Zealand’s only native forest zipline canopy tour. Zip along on a 1.2 kilometre network of six ziplines, up to 220 metres long, tree to tree swingbridges, treetop platforms and walking trails. see display ad page 57 Price: $129 adult, $85 child. Duration: 3–3.5 hours to complete tour. Opening hours: Tours 9am, 10am, 1pm and 2pm.

Rotorua Duck Tours Departs from the Rotorua i-Site Visitor Centre 1167 Fenton Street • Phone 07 345 6522 info@ducktours.co.nz • www.ducktours.co.nz Discover Rotorua onboard a WWII amphibious vehicle able to travel on land AND water! Tours depart daily from 11am and take you to local landmarks such as The Museum, Mokoia Island & Geothermal Sulphur Point. Then it’s “SPLASHDOWN” (entry) time into Lakes Okareka & Tikitapu (Blue Lake) followed by some magniﬁcent views of Mt Tarawera. Suitable for all ages, Duck tours operate rain or shine. see display ad page 51 Price: From $68 adult, $38 child. Duration: From 1.5-2 hours. Opening hours: From 8am, except Christmas Day.

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Rotorua Museum Oruawhata Drive, Government Gardens, Rotorua Phone 07 350 1814 • rotoruamuseum@rdc.govt.nz www.rotoruamuseum.co.nz Discover the fascinating stories of the Rotorua region through innovative exhibitions and cinema experiences. Learn about the rich culture, volatile landscape and legendary ﬁgures that have shaped this famous region including a tour of the geothermal Bath House building from its mud bath basement to the viewing platform on the roof. see display ad page 49 Price: $20 adult, $8 child. Family passes available. Duration: Allow 2 hours to explore. Opening hours: From 9am every day except Christmas Day.

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Fairy Springs Road, Fairy Springs, Rotorua Phone 07 347 0027 â&#x20AC;˘ rotorua@skyline.co.nz www.skyline.co.nz Start your Skyline adventure with a Gondola ride up Mt. Ngongotaha â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the views are fantastic. At the top itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision time. Will it be the thrill of the Luge? Something to eat at the buffet or grill restaurant? Or the marketplace style cafĂŠ, Food Market Kitchen? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget the Jelly Belly gallery & store, or just for the adults, the new Volcanic Hills winery tasting room. see display ad page 59 Price: From $25 adult, $12.50 child. Duration: Dependent on your activity choice. Opening hours: 7 days from 9am.

Tamaki Maori Village Rotorua 1220 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua Phone 0508 826 254 â&#x20AC;˘ bookings@maoriculture.co.nz www.tamakimaorivillage.co.nz This traditional village nestled in ancient Tawa forest, is the most award-winning Maori culture attraction in New Zealand. Experience sacred Maori ceremonies, listen to stories of Maori ancestors and see traditional Maori skills in use. Enjoy a cultural performance including the famous haka, then take part in a delicious 3 course feast cooked in the authentic Maori Hangi style. see display ad page 56 Price: $110 adult, $60 child 10-15 years. Duration: 3.5 hours. Bookings essential. Opening hours: Open every day except Xmas Day.

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Te Puia and TE PŌ Te Puia, Hemo Rd, Rotorua Phone 0800 Te Puia (0800 837 84) reservations@tepuia.com • www.tepuia.com Te Puia Maori cultural centre is a place of gushing waters, steaming vents, boiling mud and spectacular geysers. During the day visit the geothermal valley and kiwi house, see master carvers at work plus learn about traditional Maori life. Cultural performances happen daily at 10.15am, 12.15pm & 3.15pm. In the evening enjoy a traditional Maori hangi, and then explore the geothermal valley under the stars. see display ad page 61 and cover Price: Daytime - $47.40 adult. $23.70 child. Evening - $113 adult. $56.50 child. Opening hours: Winter – 8am–5pm. Evenings: 6-9pm.

The Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest Long Mile Road, Rotorua Phone 07 350 110 • redwoods@rdc.govt.nz www.redwoods.co.nz Escape into the beautiful Whakarewarewa Forest, one of Rotorua’s most spectacular natural assets. Famous for its magnificent stands of towering Californian Coastal Redwoods it’s just a five minute drive from the city centre. Experience some of the finest walking and mountain bike trails in the world, plus have your camera ready for amazing panoramic views across Rotorua City, Lake Rotorua and the district. see display ad page 55 Duration: Allow at least an hour. Visitor Centre Opening hours: Mon-Fri from 8.30am, Sat-Sun from 10am.

Volcanic Air Safaris Lakefront Memorial Drive, Ohinemutu Phone 07 348 9984 info@volcanicair.co.nz www.volcanicair.co.nz Volcanic Air Safaris offers an extensive range of scenic helicopter flights and floatplane air tours. Land on the active volcano of White Island or take a flight over Mt Tarawera. Take to the skies above the many crater lakes, and view the volcanic and geothermal landscape of the Rotorua region and the Bay of Plenty. Volcanic Air Safaris is conveniently located at the Rotorua lakefront. see display ad page 58 Price: Starting from $95 for flight experience. Duration: From 8 minutes, depending on flight. Opening hours: From 9am–5pm daily.

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland 201 Waiotapu Loop Road, RD 3, Rotorua Phone 07 366 6333 • info@waiotapu.co.nz www.waiotapu.co.nz Thousands of years in the making, explore spectacular nature in New Zealand’s most colourful volcanic area. The modern Visitor Centre provides the gateway to walks with unique photo opportunities at a wide range of features including the Champagne Pool, naturally coloured hot and cold pools, mineral terraces and more. The Lady Knox geyser erupts daily at 10.15am and the nearby “Mud Pool” is ever active. see display ad page 63 Price: $32.50 adult,$11 child (5-15yrs),$80 family (2a+3c) Duration: Allow 1–2 hours. Opening hours: From 8.30am.

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Stay with your family of 4 at Suncourt Hotel and enjoy a day out at Huka Prawn Park. Usually $265. Save $98. Buy Fun & Sun online at www.GreatLakeTaupo.com or from the i-SITEs. Taupō i-SITE Visitor Centre 0800 LAKE TAUPŌ (0800 525 382) Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre 0800 2 TURANGI (0800 288 726) EXPIRES 30.09.2013

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587 Waimangu Road, Rotorua Phone 07 366 6137 • nature@waimangu.co.nz www.waimangu.co.nz Waimangu Volcanic Valley is Rotorua’s premier tourist attraction and a ‘must do’ eco-experience. This exciting thermal attraction has sightseeing tours available, which include unique ecology, rare botany and fascinating geothermal features such as steaming volcanic crater lakes. A protected scenic reserve and wildlife refuge, Waimangu Volcanic Valley is set in pristine native bush. see display ad page 62 Price: $34.50 adult, $11 child for walking tour. Duration: 45 minutes to 4 hours. Opening hours: From 8.30am daily.

Wet ‘n’ Wild Rafting Phone 0800 IN A RAFT (0800 462 7238) info@wetnwildrafting.co.nz www.wetnwildrafting.co.nz From mild liquid fun to white knuckle white water, Wet ‘n’ Wild guarantees you the ‘Adventure of a Lifetime’ in a safe, fun environment. They operate on ﬁve different rivers meaning you can choose from a mild grade 2 to an adrenalin engaging grade 5 trip. Experience the thrill of nature’s powerful forces at work and take in some incredible scenery while you do it. see display ad page 60 Price: From $99. Duration: Dependent on trip. Opening hours: Every day from 7am.

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If you love the outdoors this area is for you. Over 5600 hectares of forest awaits you to enjoy and explore at your leisure. With 100km of mountain biking and walking tracks for all levels of fitness, orienteering, kids discovery trails, picnic spots and panoramic views there is something for everyone. Only 5 minutes drive and on the main bus route from the city centre, entry to the forest is free. Visit the Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre for more information. OPEN 7 DAYS Long Mile Road, Rotorua P: 07 350 0110 redwoods@rdc.govt.nz www.redwoods.co.nz

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Zorb Rotorua Corner of Western Road & State Highway 5, Ngongotaha, Rotorua • Phone 0800 22 7474 rotorua@zorb.com Zorb Rotorua has been offering thrill seekers the chance to get rolling for over 15 years – they really know their stuff! Choose from 8 ride variations including 4 different tracks; wet AND dry options plus Zorb solo or with up to 3 people in there. You can even get yourself ﬁlmed as you come down the hill! Safe, fun and unforgettable – you’ll love Zorb Rotorua! see display ad page 60 Price: From $45 for one activity. Duration: Allow 1 hour. Opening hours: 9am–5pm except Christmas Day.

Whakarewarewa – The Living Maori Village 17 Tryon Street, Rotorua • Phone 07 349 3463 www.whakarewarewa.com Whakarewrewa is an authentic Living Maori & Geothermal village set amidst thermal springs and bubbling hot pools. Guided tours leave on the hour every hour ‘til 4pm; Cultural performances are at 11.15am and 2pm every day; with traditional Hangi meals served between 12-2pm daily. Don’t forget to visit the Craft Store and ﬁnd your own taonga (treasure) to take home. see display ad page 62 Price: General Admission - $35 adult. $13 child Duration: Allow 1-2 hours. Opening hours: 8.30am–5pm except Christmas Day.

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Whakarewarewa Experience the uniqueness of Te Whakarewarewa, Rotoruaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only authentic living Maori village Open: 8.30am - 5pm Cultural Show: 11.15am & 2pm Guided Tours: 9am- 4pm For more information please visit: www.whakarewarewa.com Or contact us: Phone: +64 7 349 3463 Email: info@whakarewarewa.com 17 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, ROTORUA

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Dining

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From a traditional Māori hangi to ﬁne dining and ethnic eateries, Rotorua has a delectable range of wining and dining options. With its strong Māori traditions, Rotorua is the ideal place to try some indigenous kai (food). Māori cuisine is enjoying a renaissance as traditional plants and ingredients, such as pikopiko (fern shoots), can be seen more often in contemporary dishes. Many of the tour options to Māori villages include the chance to try a succulent hangi – a traditional feast of meat and vegetables steamed in an underground pit heated by hot rocks. Meats most often used are lamb and pork and you’ll get to taste the traditional New Zealand roast vegetables such as kumara and pumpkin. A hangi takes several hours to cook and the end result has a delicious smoky ﬂavour. Around town, there are more than 50 cafés and restaurants featuring everything from Indian and Moroccan to Italian, European and contemporary New Zealand cuisine. The lake end of Tutanekai Street is a good place to begin exploring, with plenty of options to suit everyone.

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Warm yourself with hearty pub food and a pint, or try some of the delicious kormas, kebabs and tandoori dishes on offer at the town’s Indian and Middle-Eastern eateries. You can tempt your tastebuds with tasty tagines and Moroccan tapas, authentic Italian dishes, succulent steaks, and even Japanese/French fusion fare. Sample award-winning ﬁne dining with a breathtaking view of Lake Rotorua, relax at a stylish café or bistro, enjoy the elegance and charm of a country lodge, or soak up the ambience of an English-style pub or Austrian Gasthaus.

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Best Western Braeside Resort BEST WESTERN Braeside Resort is proud to present our fabulous new menu at our on-site Restaurant. The Rod and Reel Restaurant is open nightly from 6pm.” BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL”. We are also proud of our extensive Breakfast Menu which is available from Room Service only. Opening hours: 7 days, Dining 6pm-8pm, Room Service 7am-9am

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Bistro 1284 Restaurant & Bar 1284 Eruera Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 346 1284 Bistro 1284 offers exquisite modern French cuisine exploring seasonal ﬂavours & innovative food. The restaurant is highly awarded, including being judged “Rotorua’s Best” and “Lamb & Beef Hallmark of Excellence” for 13 years running. Enjoy ﬁne dining in a warm intimate atmosphere with only the very best in customer service. Opening hours: Open seven nights from 5pm.

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Capers Epicurean 1181 Eruera St, Rotorua. Phone 07 348 8818 www.capers.co.nz Capers has a passion for providing inviting and satisfying food, great coffee, and warm hospitality in an environment that caters equally well for breakfast, lunch, dinner and coffee to go or a take home meal. Capers is family friendly with a healthy and popular children’s menu and a media room with 2 Sony PlayStation2s. Opening hours: 7 days, 7.30am–9pm

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Ciccio Italian Cafe 1262 Fenton Street. Phone 07 348 1828 Fax 07 348 0154. www.ciccio.co.nz The ever popular Ciccio offers authentic main dishes to suit all tastes at great prices. Perfect for casual dining, special occasions or simply to have a great coffee and cake. Ciccio is fully Licensed with a wide range of beverages available. ‘Buon Appetito’. Opening hours: Open Tues - Sat 11:30am-9:30pm, Sun 5pm-9pm

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Indian Star 1118 Tutanekai Street. Phone 07 343 6222 info@indianstar.co.nz www.indianstar.co.nz Consistently recognised as one of the ﬁnest dining experiences in the city. With our mouthwatering range of delicious Indian cuisine, the Indian Star experience is one that will keep you coming back again and again. Just a short stroll from Rotorua lakefront, we are located in Rotorua’s restaurant district at the lake end of Tutanekai Street. Opening hours: 7 days, Lunch: 11am to 2:00pm, Dinner: 5pm til late

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Jimmy Cook’s Kiwi Kitchen Fenton Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 348 0199 www.millenniumhotels.co.nz/copthornerotorua At Jimmy Cook’s Kiwi Kitchen, diners can enjoy a fine selection of fresh, simple Kiwi dishes that are bursting with flavour. The à la carte menu includes tender steaks and seafood, while the Great Kiwi Buffet offers a range of New Zealand and Asia Pacific dishes. Opening hours: 7 days, Breakfast: 6:30-10:00am. Dinner: 6:00-10:00pm.

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Cnr Fenton and Whakaue Streets, Rotorua Phone 07 350 2033 Lime, with its slightly retro style is located just out of the city centre towards the lake. It’s one of the city’s most modern cafes offering seating inside and out. Great breakfasts, delicious lunch, tasty cabinet food and a superb wine selection...it’s time to Lime! Winners of the NZ Best Café awards 2010 Rotorua. Opening hours: 7 days, 7.30am-4.30pm

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Lone Star Phone 07 349 4040 Corner Arawa & Amohia Streets, Rotorua We’ve a menu to cater for all tastes - for the bigger eaters there’s our Classic menu. We have blackboard specials and even offer a selection of meals which are available in 3/4 size. We are child-friendly and they can choose from their own “Kiwi Kids” menu. Opening hours: Open 7 nights

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Macs Steaks 1110 Tutanekai Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 347 9270 steakhouse@xtra.co.nz www.macsteaks.co.nz Mac’s Steaks knows that providing the ‘best steak experience you’ve ever had’ begins by selecting the freshest high quality meat and ﬁ sh - New Zealand’s best - that has never seen the freezer. Lovingly prepared to perfection...come and enjoy! Opening hours: Open 7 days for lunch and dinner, also weekend brunch

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311 Maraeroa Road, Mamaku, Rotorua Phone 07 332 5840. www.mamakublue.co.nz Free entry, discover the wonderful world of blueberries, the only Blueberry Experience & Winery of its type in New Zealand. Taste the many specialist products made from these little globes of health. Guided tours by appointment and includes product tastings. Opening hours: Open 7 days. Winter - 9.30am – 5pm.

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Nuvolari 1122 Tutanekai Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 348 1122 info@nuvolari.co • www.nuvolari.co Nuvolari’s large busy restaurant bar serves popular italian meals at affordable prices, without compromising on quality or ﬂavour. Our comprehensive menu endeavours to cover all regions of Italy, not forgetting Italian wine and beer. An ideal meeting place for tapa’s or coffee or something more substantial. Opening hours: 7 days, From 11.30am til late

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Dining Pig and Whistle The Pig and Whistle is a bar with atmosphere, historical charm and style. Enjoy a range of refreshing drinks and hearty food served indoors or in the garden bar. Entertainment is a priority with live cover bands. Two big screens and three channels of Sky sport make this the ultimate venue to watch the big games. Opening hours: 7 days, from 11:30am until late

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Regent Room Cocktail & Wine Bar 1191 Pukaki Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 348 4079 info@regentrotorua.co.nz www.regentrotorua.co.nz Classic French sofas, white buttoned leather booth seats, leather bar stools and the Long Table provide the perfect array of options for cocktail seating. The indoor/outdoor ﬁ replace, graced with a pair of studded Rhino heads, is a central focus of the bar area and is the perfect area to enjoy a drink with friends. Opening hours: 7 days, 7am til late.

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Regent Room Restaurant & Wine Bar 1191 Pukaki Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 348 4079 info@regentrotorua.co.nz www.regentrotorua.co.nz The award winning Regent Room invites you to experience a contemporary menu, cocktails & sensational boutique wine list. The menu showcases international fusion dishes with a Paciﬁc ﬂ air and is a 2013 winner of the Beef & Lamb Excellence Awards. Bringing a touch of glamour to Rotorua and open to the public. Opening hours: 7 days, 7am til late.

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Skyline Rotorua - Cableway Restaurant 185 Fairy Springs Road, Rotorua. Phone 07 347 0027 Suitable for all occasions requiring style, great atmosphere, delicious quality NZ cuisine and an all-round wonderful experience, known for stunning 180 degree views over the city, Lake Rotorua and Mt Tarawera. This very popular Best of NZ Buffet and Grill menu, which receives rave reviews from guests from all over the world, offers an experience like no other. Opening hours: 7 days, 9am til late

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1182 Tutanekai St, Rotorua. Phone 07 347 3025 www.pigandwhistle.co.nz

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Contemporary cuisine & boutique NZ wine selection Stylish indoor & outdoor dining at Rotorua’s 5 Star Boutique Hotel, open to the public Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch & dinner from 7am til late Fully licensed, bookings recommended 2013 winner Beef & Lamb Excellence awards Phone: +64 7 348 4079 1191 Pukaki Street. Rotorua CBD

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Dining The Grill Restaurant With an adjoining poolside Bar this is a stunning venue for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner or a special event. Whether a small or large group, guests will love the lake edge views of Okawa Bay and lodge inspired ﬁne dining ambiance. A scrumptious range of A la Carte and Buffet options have been developed for each season matched with quality wines. Opening hours: 7 days, Breakfast: 7-10.30am Lunch: All day Dinner: 6-9.30pm

The Thai Restaurant 1141 Tutanekai St, Lake end, Rotorua Phone 07 348 6677 Whether you are a couple wanting an intimate dinner, a group celebrating a birthday or just a night out, the staff at The Thai Restaurant will gladly comply with all your needs. Our skilled chefs with many years experience working in some of Thailand’s ﬁnest hotels will create mouthwatering dishes from the freshest ingredients. Opening hours: 7 days, Lunch: 12-2.30pm Dinner: 5pm till late

Triple 1 Five Café–Restaurant 1115 Tutanekai Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 347 1115 www.1115.co.nz We are “commited to offering fresh wholesome meals in a friendly atmosphere at value for money whilst endeavouring to cater to you the individual.” Children’s Menu, Gluten Free, Vegetarian, A La Carte and Unique Stonegrill with daily and weekly specials available. We “do not deep fry” and we are proud of that. Opening hours: 7 days, 10.00am to 9.30pm, Closed Christmas Eve & Day

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Urbano Bistro 289 Fenton Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 349 3770 www.urbanobistro.co.nz Smart casual Bistro specialising in all your requirements, from early morning caffeine hit accompanied with a decadent sugar rush, through to a late evening modern bistro with contemporary New Zealand cuisine. We offer full brunch/ lunch and dinner menus for up to 100 people. Free motel delivery service also available. Opening hours: 7 days, 9am–late, Sundays 9am–3pm.

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Rotorua offers a vibrant shopping experience, from galleries and gift shops offering both traditional and contemporary Māori crafts to department stores and fashion boutiques. Rotorua’s city centre has more than 300 retail outlets, from major chain stores and boutiques to specialty stores, galleries and craft outlets. One of the real highlights of shopping here is the superb range of Māori arts and crafts. The city’s galleries, souvenir outlets and gift shops stock some exquisite examples, from beautiful wood carvings inlaid with bone and paua (abalone) to Māori weaving and designer jewellery crafted from natural products like ﬂax, paua, greenstone (jade), gourds, bone and shell. Often carvings have their own special story to tell about the region and its people. Look for the toi iho™, which is used to identify authentic and quality Māori crafts. You can watch the carvers and weavers at work at Mountain Jade and Te Puia, and Tamaki Māori Village also has a ﬁne display of indigenous work. If you’d like to visit some local artists and craftspeople, pick up a copy of the Rotorua Arts Trail from the information centre on Fenton Street.

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Other shopping goodies include fashion wear from the country’s leading designers, gems and crystals, contemporary New Zealand art, geothermal cosmetics, New Zealand made souvenirs and skincare products. Overseas visitors who get their purchase sent home directly by the retailer do not have to pay GST.

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Mountain Jade 1288 Fenton Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 349 1828 sales@mountainjade.co.nz www.mountainjade.co.nz

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Red Spot Gallery 1239 Haupapa Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 347 3110 info@redspotgallery.co.nz www.redspotgallery.co.nz The gallery showcases an outstanding collection of paintings, sculpture, glass, ceramic and timber works of art with a focus on superb quality, design and originality. It is housed in a signiﬁcant heritage building in Rotorua’s inner city which has been transformed into a stunning modern art space. Opening hours: Tues - Fri 10.00am - 5.30pm, Sat 10.00am - 2.00pm

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The Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre Long Mile Road, Rotorua. Phone 07 350 0110 redwoods@rdc.govt.nz www.redwoods.co.nz The place to go to ﬁnd an extra-special keepsake to remind you of your visit, or for a beautiful gift that will make someone smile. Quality New Zealand-made and natureinspired giftware in a beautiful location. All proﬁts from the shop support the maintenance of tracks and facilities.

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Willow Fashion Boutique 2/289 Fenton Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 348 1803 willowboutique@xtra.co.nz www.willowboutique.co.nz Established in October 2008 Willow has become a destination store for Rotorua’s latest fashion with parking outside the main door. Top New Zealand designs in store, including Trelise Cooper, Robyn Mathieson, @emgirl, Art Style plus many more.. Opening hours: Mon–Fri 10.00am-6.00pm Sat 10.00am-3.00pm Sun 10.30am -1.00pm

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Pounamu (Jade/Greenstone) carving is an ancient craft. See our artisans at work, and hear many stories of the stone in a personalised tour of the artists’ studio. As true Jade specialists, Mountain Jade believes quality control is paramount, sourcing the best quality material, best designs, and providing the best service.

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Extensive range of quality, NZ-made, handcrafted native wooden gifts and a wonderful range of gifts inspired by nature. Located in the beautiful Redwood Forest only 5 minutes drive from the city centre. Enjoy & explore for FREE while you are here. All profits from the shop support the maintenance of tracks and facilities. Visit the Redwoods Gift Shop & Visitor Centre for gifts we know youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love. OPEN 7 DAYS Long Mile Road, Rotorua P: 07 350 0110 redwoods@rdc.govt.nz www.redwoods.co.nz

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Health & Beauty

Rotorua has a long history as a famous spa resort, thanks to the natural therapeutic values of its geothermal springs and mud Maori were the first to discover the curative properties of the region’s hot springs and for more than a century, people have come to Rotorua from all over the world to enjoy the restorative benefits of its thermal water and mud. The city’s heritage Bath House, which now houses the Rotorua Museum, first opened back in 1908. In its heyday, it offered baths, mud treatments and other therapies to some 70,000 people a year. You can still bathe in the thermally heated waters at the restored Blue Baths and take a trip through the old changing rooms – now a museum bringing to life the building’s colourful spa history. Today, the city’s spas and beauty clinics continue to offer a full range of health spa and beauty treatments. Indulge in a luxurious Lithos (stone) massage or relax and enjoy the therapeutic qualities of a natural mud bath or mineral pool. The popular Polynesian Spa has a selection of 26 hot mineral baths perfect for relaxing those tense muscles and you can also enjoy the spa’s legendary Aix Spa massages. Spa at QE offers a range of contemporary treatments making use of the region’s mineral waters and mud.

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Polynesian Spa Polynesian Spa is New Zealand’s leading international spa, with a range of mineral pools to soak in and relax. Choose from the Lake Spa, overlooking Lake Rotorua, which has four shallow hot mineral rock pools set to a sublime 36–42 degrees. Or try the adult pools and Priest Spa, with seven mineral pools from 38–42 degrees. A family spa and treatments are also available. Opening hours: Open daily 8am-11pm (spa therapies (10am-7pm).

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The Spa At Millennium Hotel Rotorua Millennium Hotel Rotorua, Corner Eruera & Hinemaru Streets, Rotorua. • Phone 347 1234 ext 5. www.millenniumrotorua@millenniumhotels.co.nz Reward your Soul..... let our experienced therapists pamper you with an indulgent treatment. Spend time relaxing in a spa, sauna or thermally heated swimming pool. Massage, Beauty, Thermal Mud wraps. Open Daily. Licensed. Opening hours: Open seven days a week until 8.00pm.

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From luxury hotels, easy and tidy motels and apartments to friendly backpacker hostels; from bright lights city central city to B&B rooms with a view, or conference facilities close to relaxing mud pools, Rotorua has room for you. Look for the Qualmark star rating system to ascertain how an accommodation property has been independently rated. The Qualmark star system rates various categories of accommodation in New Zealand and is a reliable indication of the standard of facilities. You can also ask to see the room – inspection should be welcome. Hotels generally offer tea/coffee making facilities, a bathroom and an onsite restaurant and bar. Motel units and apartments are ideal for travellers who prefer to do their own cooking, and usually offer self-contained kitchens. If you’re on a ﬁxed budget, try some of the backpacker or youth hostel accommodation with communal facilities. Many offer extra facilities such as swimming pools, bars and internet connection. Holiday parks are another good alternative, providing cabins or camping in a more peaceful rural setting, or opt for a taste of luxury at a lakeside lodge or B&B. For a few more of life’s luxuries, there are plenty of hotels, motels and self-contained apartments. To ﬁnd out more, visit jasons.co.nz/rotorua/accommodation.

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BASE Rotorua 1286 Arawa Street, Rotorua Freecall 0800 BASE NZ rotorua@stayatbase.com www.stayatbase.com Base Rotorua offers a variety of clean dorm rooms as well as deluxe rooms with private facilities for those wanting to stay in style. Exclusive only to Base, the up market, luxury Sanctuary rooms, for girls only! Most rooms have their own bathrooms and balconies and some have their own kitchenette. Tariff: Dormitories $27pp, private rooms $70pp.

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Best Western Braeside Resort 4 Barnard Road, Rotorua. Phone 07 347 9497 braeside@clear.net.nz www.braeside.bestwestern.co.nz FREE OF SULPHUR FUMES. Opposite Skyline Skyrides, Rainbow Springs, Kiwi Encounter. Quiet grounds including trout steam and beautiful walks Studios, 1 & 2 brm units, most with private spa. Heated pool, mini golf, children’s playground, restaurant and bar. FREE WIRELESS INTERNET. Tariff: $120-$210 Qualmark rated: ★★★★ Motel.

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Classic Tresco Thermal Oasis B & B 3 Toko Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 348 9611 Freephone 0800 873 726. stay@trescorotorua.co.nz www.trescorotorua.co.nz Relax in your own private 100% geothermal hot pool (39°-42°C) and enjoy geothermal central heating in winter. Located on a quiet street, with just a 3 minutes walk to the city, and off-street parking. Recommended by Tripadvisor and Lonely Planet. Tariff: From $80 single, From $120 double. Qualmark rated: ★★★★ Motel.

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Copthorne Hotel Rotorua Fenton St, Rotorua • Phone 07 348 0199 www.millenniumhotels.co.nz/copthornerotorua Marrying stylish contemporary accommodation with comfortingly agreeable amenities, Copthorne Hotel Rotorua (formerly Kingsgate Hotel Rotorua) is a superb choice for the holidaymaker who wants to explore this geothermal wonderland. This hotel has 110 rooms available. Tariff: From $195

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Geneva Motor Lodge 299 Fenton Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 348 6033 relax@genevamotorlodge.co.nz www.genevamotorlodge.co.nz A modern motel complex conveniently situated on Fenton Street. We offer a range of accommodation with superb services and facilities. Whether on business or holiday you will ﬁnd a relaxing stay at Geneva Motor Lodge. Tariff: From $122 Qualmark rated: ★★★★ Motel.

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Rotorua Planet Backpackers Waiariki House, 1080 Eruera Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 350 2550. rotoruaplanetbackpackers@xtra.co.nz www.rotoruaplanetbackpackers.co.nz Centrally located with modern facilities and informative travel desk. Single, twin, quad and larger dorms. 24-hour access, SKY TV, large shared modern kitchen, dining and laundry facilities, close to supermarkets, shops, shopping mall, restaurants, bars, fast food outlets and spa. Tariff: From $25

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BASE Rotorua 1286 Arawa Street, Rotorua

Base Rotorua Backpackers commands the best location in town overlooking the beautiful, historic Kuirau geothermal park and just minutes walk from the lake and Rotorua's café and shopping precinct. • Large heated outdoor swimming pool • Free onsite car parking • Private and multi-share rooms • Global Gossip high speed internet facilities • Female only sanctuary rooms available • Home to the famous ‘Lava Bar’ • Expert local travel advice and exclusive discounts FREECALL IN NZ

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Rotorua’s only Qualmark 4-star B&B with a 100% geothermal, private hot pool. Located on a quiet street, with just a 3 minutes walk to the city, and off-street parking. Our home is smoke free. Relax in your own private geothermal hot pool (39–42°C) and enjoy geothermal central heating in winter. Classic Tresco is recommended by Tripadvisor and Lonely Planet. Rates: $80-120 Single, $120200 Double, $150-280 Triple. The rates include a Continental & cooked breakfast. FREE Wi-Fi & GST.

3 Toko Street, Rotorua • Phone: 07 348 9611 stay@trescorotorua.co.nz • www.trescorotorua.co.nz

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Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua 1000 Eruera Street, Rotorua. Phone 348 1174, reservations@sudimarotorua.co.nz www.sudimahotels.com/rotorua Offering 250 rooms, many with superb views of Lake Rotorua, a heated swimming pool and free parking. Adjacent to the Polynesian Spa complex, close to all attractions, Energy Events Centre and walking distance to CBD.

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Regent Of Rotorua Boutique Hotel & Spa 1191 Pukaki Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 348 4079 info@regentrotorua.co.nz www.regentrotorua.co.nz The Regent of Rotorua is Rotorua’s newest 5-star luxury Boutique Hotel & Spa located in the heart of Rotorua adjacent to the restaurant zone and lakefront. Each of the rooms and suites are exquisitely designed with all today’s mod cons including free Wi-Fi. There is an outdoor heated swimming pool, thermal mineral pool and mini gym. Tariff: FRom $199 Qualmark rated: ★★★★★ Hotel.

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1278 Haupapa Street, Rotorua. Phone 07 349 4088 Freephone 0800 278 299. www.yha.co.nz YHA Rotorua is a purpose built, modern hostel, designed to meet every travellers needs. Free 24 hour, unlimited Wiﬁ for members valid for stays. Meet the friendly staff and enjoy a central location, with high quality facilities like secure bike storage. Close to Kuirau Park (free geothermal park).

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YHA Rotorua YHA Rotorua is a purpose built, modern hostel, in a great central location. Free 24 hour, unlimited Wifi for members valid for stays. Close to Kuirau Park (free geothermal park), restaurants, bars and shops. • Clean, modern and secure • TV room with free DVDs • Centrally heated throughout • High speed internet and WIFI • Lockers available • Indoor/outdoor dining • On-site parking & secure bike storage • Beds from $25, rooms from $65 YHA members receive 10% discount

1278 Haupapa St, Rotorua Phone 07 349 4088 Freephone 0800 278 299 www.yha.co.nz

otor ua Planet Ro R Backpackers & Waiariki House STAY IN THE CENTRE OF THE ACTION! Centrally located in the city with modern facilities and informative Travel Desk – ask us about the great discounts and tour deals. Single, twin, quad and larger dorms, rooms from $25 pp, SKY TV, large shared modern kitchen, dining and laundry facilities, close to supermarkets, shops, shopping mall, restaurants, bars, fast food outlets and spa. • 24-hour access • Wifi • SKY TV

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Waiariki House, 1080 Eruera St, Rotorua. Freephone 0800 666 236 www.rotoruaplanetbackpackers.co.nz What to do. Where to ay. How to get there .

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R elax inC omfort • 2brm, 1brm & studio suites • Spa pool or spa bath in all units • Interconnecting rooms • 42” TV/DVD in studio units • 2 TV’s & DVD in all Family units • Free wireless hotspot availability • Internet kiosk available • Close to all attractions, city centre and restaurants • Genuine Kiwi owned and operated

299 Fenton Street, Rotorua | Phone 07 348 6033 Fax 07 349 1363 | Email relax@genevamotorlodge.co.nz Web www.genevamotorlodge.co.nz Reservations 0800 333 002 Hosts: Sheryll & Bill O’Dwyer

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Looking for your perfect family getaway in Rotorua! Book a Family Bonanza Package and receive a free upgrade to a refurbished Superior Room subject to availability, free cooked breakfast, free hangi and concert experience for children with paying adults, discount coupons for local attractions and much, much more! Rates from $129 inclusive GST. For more information visit www.sudimahotels.com/rotorua email reservations@sudimarotorua.co.nz or call 0800 Sudima (0800 783 462)

Useful Info

Useful Information

Emergencies & Medical Centres Police, Fire and Ambulance, phone 111. Rotorua Central Police Station is located at 1190–1214 Fenton Street, phone 07 348 0099. Lakes Primecare Accident and Urgent Medical Care Centre, corner Arawa and Tutanekai Streets. Phone 07 348 1000.

Banks & ATMS Trading banks are normally open Monday–Friday, 9am–4.30pm, and most have ATMs (money machines).

Taxis Rotorua Taxis 07 348 1111

Vehicle Rentals Motorhome and campervan companies offer fully-equipped mobile homes and a wide selection of rental cars is available. You need to be 21 years to hire a rental vehicle and have a current licence.

Carparks Passengers departing from Rotorua Airport must pay a NZD$5 departure tax after check-in and prior to proceeding to the departure lounge.

Departure tax Passengers departing from Rotorua Airport must pay a NZD$5 departure tax after check-in and prior to proceeding to the departure lounge.

Foreign Exchange NZ Post will convert foreign cash to $NZ without commission at any PostShop. Travelex Foreign Exchange, i-SITE Tourism Rotorua Information & Travel Centre, 1167 Fenton Street. Phone 07 348 0373.

GST Goods & Services Tax (GST) of 15% is applied to all goods and services, except for duty-free purchases.

Postal Services Rotorua Post Shop & Post Restante, 1189 Hinemoa Street. Open Monday to Friday 7.30am–5pm; Saturday 8.30am-4pm.

Visitor Information i-SITE Tourism Rotorua, 1167 Fenton Street. Open daily, 8am–5.30pm. Phone 07 348 5179 or freephone 0800 768 678. Email info@rotoruanz.com; visit www.rotoruaNZ.com

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Taupo is famous the world over for its trout fishing and adventure, while Waitomo draws crowds with its magnificent limestone caves, whereas Waikato has hobbits and kiwi birds! Taupo In a region that stretches from Orakei Korako in the north, to magnificent Tongariro National Park in the south, you’ll find snowcapped mountains, the largest freshwater lake in Australasia, pristine native bush, bubbling mud pools and geysers, and one of the world’s only Dual World Heritage Areas. Cast your line for a fat trout or get an adrenalin rush with a spot of bungy jumping, jet-boating or off-road quadbiking. Waitomo If you’re staying in Rotorua, then you’re just a jump away from one of New Zealand’s favourite natural attractions. Deep beneath the ground, the vast Waitomo Caves are full of eerie stalactites and stalagmites lit by millions of tiny glowworms. One of the amazing adventure options is to abseil into the spectacular Lost World cavern.

Waikato Matamata, otherwise known to Lord of the Rings fans as Hobbiton has a become a destination in itself, where you can check out the homes of Bilbo and Frodo set amidst the rolling lush green Waikato countryside. While you’re in the area, be sure to pay a visit to New Zealand’s ‘kiwi town’, Otorohanga, where there’s a breeding centre for the endangered kiwi bird.

Cast your line for a fat trout or get an adrenalin rush with a spot of bungy jumping, jetboating or off-road quadbiking.

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HEliPRO Taupo HELiPRO TAUPO offer local scenic ﬂights over Huka Falls, Maori Rock Carvings and geothermal areas. Further south ﬂy over the majestic volcanoes of the Tongariro world heritage park and land in the wilderness of the Kaimanawa Forest Park or to the north explore the distant volcano of Mt Tarawera. There really is no better way to appreciate this diverse scenery than with an unforgettable Helipro Scenic Flight. see display ad page 96 Price: From $99 per person. Child under 2 is free. Subject to: Minimum passenger numbers. Duration: On demand.

Hobbiton Movie Set & Farm Tours 501 Buckland Rd, Matamata • Phone 07 888 1505 or 07 348 0711 • office@hobbitontours.com www.hobbitontours.com Discover the real Middle-earth on the most picturesque private farmland near Matamata, where you can visit the Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit ﬁlm trilogy in a fascinating two-hour guided tour. The set has been completely rebuilt and can be seen as it appeared in the ﬁlms. The Green Dragon Inn is now open and is a special feature of our tours. see display ad below Matamata Departures: Price: $75 adult, $37.50 youth(10-14yrs), $10 child(5-9yrs). Duration: 2 hours approx. Opening hours: 7 days, from 9.30am.

i-SITE Visitor Information Centre Tongariro Street, Taupo • Phone 0800 LAKE TAUPŌ (0800 525 382) • info@GreatLakeTaupo.com www.GreatLakeTaupo.com Look no further than Taupo’s i-SITE Visitor Information Centre to begin your Great Lake Taupo experience. The friendly staff will help you with information and advice on where to stay and play across the region, with no commissions charged. Enjoy the reassurance of dealing with a real person who is also a local with ﬁrst hand experience to guide you on your way. see display ad pages 94-95 Info: For accommodation, bookings and ticketing, please contact i-SITE Taupo. Opening hours: 8.30am–5pm daily.

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33 Anzac Memorial Drive, Taupo • Phone +64 7 377 8805 or 0800 435 477 • taupo@helipro.co.nz • www.helipro.co.nz

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Hukafalls Jet Wairakei Park,Taupo • Phone 07 374 8572 reservations@hukafallsjet.com www.hukafallsjet.com Hukafalls Jet offers a half hour of thrills, fun and excitement. Speed along a beautiful river, lined with native bush, sheer rock cliff face and natural hot springs. Combine 360 degree spins and whiz past nature incredibly close at disorientating speeds for an amazing must-do experience. Hukafalls Jet is the only jet boat company permitted to go to the base of the Huka Falls. see display ad opposite Price: $109 adult, $65 child. Duration: Allow 30 minutes. Opening hours: 9am–4pm winter.

Huka Prawn Park Karetoto Road, Wairakei, Taupo Phone 07 374 8474 • info@hukaprawnpark.co.nz www.hukaprawnpark.co.nz Taupo’s iconic and unique family playground, Huka Prawn Park, has acres of land dedicated to the production of New Zealand fresh water prawns, and pure family fun. Huka Prawn Park offers a day of fun and excitement for all ages, whether you are a lover of the local delicacy or not. Packed with cool and quirky activities throughout the park, you will want to stay all day! see display ad opposite Price: $26 adult, $15 children. Duration: Allow 25 minutes for park tours. Opening hours: 9.30am–4pm daily.

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Visit New Zealand’s only Prawn Park today! HUKA FALLS ROAD, TAUPO 07-374 8474 info@hukaprawnpark.co.nz www.hukaprawnpark.co.nz

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MOKAI Gravity Canyon 332 Mokai Road, Taihape. Phone 06 388 9109. www.gravitycanyon.co.nz The canyon is home to the North Islands Highest Bungy 80m, Biggest Giant Swing and Most Extreme Flying Fox. Located alongside the Rangitikei River deep within the Mokai Canyon, the emphasis is on maximum safety whilst ensuring maximum enjoyment! Gravity Canyon has a fully licenced cafe and can cater to anyone’s needs, including catering for big groups! see display ad opposite Price: Bungy from $179, Swing from $159, Flying Fox from $155. Hydrolift from $40 Opening hours: 7 days, 10am-4pm. Closed Christmas Day.

Skydive Taupo Taupo Airport, Anzac Memorial Drive, Taupo Phone 0800 373 335 • info@skydivetaupo.co.nz www.skydivetaupo.co.nz Jump out of Skydive Taupo’s pink aircraft from 12,000 or 15,000 feet and into an incredible freefall. Surrounded by snow-tipped peaks and the fresh blue of Lake Taupo, you’ll slow from a 200kph descent to a controlled landing. Skydive Taupo have a great range of tandem skydiving options to choose from, and you’ll be in safe hands with their tandem skydiving instructors. see display ad opposite Price: Starting from $249 for 12,000ft jump. Duration: Allow 2.5–3 hours. Opening hours: From 7am–9pm daily.

Taupo Bungy 202 Spa Road, Taupo Phone 0800 888 408 www.taupobungy.co.nz Taupo Bungy’s unique cantilever platform projects out 47 metres from the cliff-top, above the waters of the Waikato River. Whether you choose to bungy solo or tandem, their highly trained crew will make sure you have an exhilarating and safe bungy experience. If you want to add even more thrills to your jump, why not try a water touch? Choose a hand touch or full body dunk. see display ad page 103 Price: $149 solo, $298 tandem Opening hours: 9.30am-4.00pm winter, 9.30am-5.00pm summer.

Taupo Cliffhanger 202 Spa Road, Taupo Phone 0800 888 408 www.taupobungy.co.nz Taupo Cliffhanger offers a feet-ﬁrst mind-blowing rush. Swingers can choose a countdown or the surprise option. The release cord is pulled and the freefall kicks in. Swinging down towards the waters below, then arcing up to nearly 180 degrees, this experience reaches speeds of up to 70kph. As the swinging slows, enjoy the scenic view of the Waikato River Valley. see display ad page 103 Price: $99 solo, $180 tandem Opening hours: 9.30am-4.00pm winter 9.30am-5.00pm summer.

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Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort 76 Napier Taupo Highway, SH5, Taupo Phone 07 378 8559 • www.taupodebretts.co.nz The ultimate all-year-round relaxation and recreation destination. A mix of unique New Zealand experiences from the mineral waters of the historic Taupo Hot Springs to the modern Living Waters Day Spa and award winning Holiday Park and accommodation. Kids will especially love the warm water playground and dragon hydro-slide. Accommodation options range from superior lodges and spa chalets through to campsites, cabins, campervan/RV sites and motels. see display ad page 105 Price: $20 adult, $10 child, hot mineral pools. Duration: Allow 1–2 hours minimum. Opening hours: 7.30am–9.30pm.

Taupo Quad Adventures 1475 State Highway 1, Taupo Phone 07 377 6404 • info@taupoquads.co.nz www.taupoquads.co.nz Come and experience the Taupo Volcanic region as never before on an unforgettable off road quad bike adventure. Riding 250cc Suzuki Sports Quads over adventurous, scenic fern clad native bush trails. These quads are great fun for the novice through the experienced riders, trails to suit all levels of ability. No experience or licence required. The Team at Taupo Quad Adventures are ready to give you an awesome kiwi experience that you won’t forget and will leave long lasting memories! see display ad page 102 Price: 1 Hour Ride-$95pp 2 Hour Ride-$155pp Duration: 1 or 2 hours Opening hours: From 8.30am.

Taupo Tandem Skydiving Anzac Memorial Drive, Wharewaka, Taupo Phone 07 377 0428 • skydive@tts.net.nz www.taupotandemskydiving.com Taupo Tandem Skydiving is the original tandem drop zone in New Zealand, and have been skydiving over the Lake Taupo region since 1992. Their tandem masters are second to none, with tens of thousands of jumps under their belts, so you couldn’t be in safer hands. Choose to jump from two heights, 12,000 feet (45 seconds freefall) and 15,000 feet (almost a minute in freefall). see display ad opposite Price: Starts from $249 for 12,000ft jump. Duration: Allow 2–3 hours. Opening hours: Sunrise to sunset, 362 days a year.

Topgun Paintball 1475 State Highway 1, Taupo Phone 07 378 2662 www.topgunpaintball.co.nz Topgun Paintball specialises in excitement, interactive gaming and team building. Game ﬁelds are in New Zealand native bush and games are customised for all abilities and group sizes. It’s great fun for conference groups, social clubs, office functions, stag and hen parties, family fun and school groups. Four paintball price packages are available, along with quad bike combos. see display ad page 104 Price: Starts from $55. Duration: Allow 1–2 hours. Opening hours: 9am–5pm daily, all year round.

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Waitomo Adventure Centre

Blackwater Rafting at its Best! Choose one of our ďŹ ve amazing adventure options. Look for Blue i Flags. Waitomo Caves Village is an amazing day trip from Auckland. From here, visitors can access the world-renowned caves, glowworms and scenic attractions. The village is an easy 3-hour drive from Auckland via SH1 then SH3. This makes most of the activities accessible from your Auckland base. see display ad page 104

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654 Waitomo Caves Road (SH37), Waitomo Phone 0800 924 866 www.waitomo.co.nz

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Redwood Forest (see pg 55)

HeliPro (see pgs 39, 94)

10 Amaze Me (see pg 38) 11 Kaitiaki Rafting (see pg 41) 12 Whakarewarewa (see pg 62)

Polynesian Spa (see pg 25)

Te Puia (see ad on pg 61 and back cover)

Rotorua Canopy Tours (see pg 57)

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Rotorua Central Kawerau Jet (see ad on pg43)

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FREE THERMAL AREA

RANGIURU ST

PUKEROA ST

F ST OL RAN

KUIRAU PARK

WHAKAUE ST

HINEMOA ST

HINEMOA

ERUERA ST

ERUERA

ERUERA ST

30A

AMOHAU ST

30A

AMOHAU ST

15 ROTORUA CENTRAL MALL

ROTORUA CENTRAL MALL

PERERIKA ST

Taupo

Map Key Public Toilet

State Highway Number

Hospital

State Highway

Jasons Maps

20 Police Station

Car Parking

i-SITE Visitor Centre

Boat Ramp Geothermal Area

3 Kawerau Jet LAKE ROTORUA

IA MEMOR L DRIVE

QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL

WHAKAUE ST

PRIEST RD

R AL D IVE

GOVERNMENT GARDENS

1 Rotorua Duck Tours

16 18 HAUPAPA ST HINEMARU ST

PUKUATUA ST

IVE DR NS EE U Q SULPHUR POINT WILDLIFE SANCTURY

2 Polynesian Spa

ERUERA ST

QUEE NS DRIVE

13 Mountain Jade HINEMARU ST

FENTON ST

A ST

QUEENS DRIVE

ARAWA ST

Lake Tarawera Lakes District

HINEMARU ST

PUKAKI ST

PRIEST RD

FENTON ST

MOTUTARA GOLF COURSE WHARE AROHA HOSPITAL

AMOHAU PL AMOHAU ST

30A

THERMAL AREA

What to do. Where to ay. How to get there .

New Zealand’s premier Māori cultural centre and home of the world famous Pohutu geyser

OPEN EVERY DAY

Hemo Road, Rotorua Freephone 0800 TE PUIA 0800 83 7842 reservations@tepuia.com www.tepuia.com