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Experience the history and unique landscape that is Mount Tarawera. Let our local knowledgeable guides enthrall you on this fully guided walking experience.
Highlights
- 4WD Drive 8.2Km up to the Base Camp, Toilet Stop
- Drive to Craters Edge & Commence Hike (Several Options available)
- Approx. 90 minute Hike, Be enthralled by History and Cultural stories
- 'Scree Run' into the heart of the Volcanic Crater
- Optional pick up from Central Rotorua with running commentary from Guide of surrounding area
- Return drive back to Rotorua after your adventure!
Experience the history and unique landscape that is Mount Tarawera. Mt Tarawera erupted on June 10th, 1886, the eruption destroyed the legendary Pink and White Terraces but also created the world’s youngest geothermal valley of Waimangu.
Let our local knowledgeable guides enthrall you on this fully guided walking experience. With 360 panoramic views and unmatched scenic vistas this trip encompasses the unique landscape and history of the area. It is ideal for all ages and includes an optional run in to the heart of the volcanic crater!
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Per Person$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$109.00
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From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Thanks for your feedback — we’re really sorry to hear about the incident. Safety is our top priority, and we’re reviewing our procedures and first aid resources to ensure we're always prepared for these types of scenarios. Ngā mihi for your understanding and for your son’s help during the situation.
Louis Starck from Germany wrote on 22 February 2023
Sehr cooler Ausflug!
Diese Tour war wirklich ein einmaliges Erlebnis! Man fährt zuerst eine Privatstraße hoch in die Berge und später läuft man dann noch 1h bzw. 150hm zum Gipfel (Rundweg insgesamt etwa 2-3h und 260hm). Die Eindrücke sind umwerfend und man fühlt sich ein bisschen wie am Grand Canyon. Geheimtipp: Bei der Halbtagestour den frühen Slot (8:15 Uhr) nehmen, da ist man im Gegensatz zum Nachmittag eher in einer kleinen Gruppe unterwegs. Die 60€ für die Tour waren auf jeden Fall gut investiert! Kamera und Bergschuhe unbedingt mitnehmen!
From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Kia Ora Louis, Our Mt Tarawera is really a once in a life-time experience and we are glad you got to take in the beautiful scenery and history of our mountain. We hope to see you back here again! Nga Mihi
Jeremy Moffat from New Zealand wrote on 24 June 2025
Awesome experience
One of the best experiences I’ve done 100% recommend. Tour guide was very good.
From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Thank you so much for the amazing feedback! We're thrilled to hear it was one of the best experiences youâve had, and we really appreciate the 100% recommendation. Our guides love what they do, and itâs great to know that came through. A big thank you from all of us at Kaitiaki Adventures
Miranda from New Zealand wrote on 23 June 2025
Great trip
We were fortunate to do the trip on a clear , sunny day in winter which meant that the views were spectacular and the colourful rock layers on the mountain looked stunning against a blue sky. So glad we did this trip. I understand that proceeds from each ticket are used for planting and pest control on the mountain and they seem to be doing a great job in this respect.
From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a clear and sunny day for your tripâthereâs nothing quite like seeing the colourful rock formations set against a winter blue sky. Weâre also really grateful that you noticed our conservation efforts. Every ticket really does help support native planting and pest control on the mountain, so thank you for being a part of that. Nga Mihi Nui from all of us at Kaitiaki Adventures
Sheryl Cullen from New Zealand wrote on 17 June 2025
Great Trip
Beautiful views. Tramped at the pace of the slowest person with plenty of stops to look around. Knowledgeable young guides. The trip in the 4wd van on the way up was an experience in itself. Saw wallabies.
From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Glad to hear you had such a great experience! It sounds like a perfect mix of stunning scenery, a relaxed pace, and insightful guidance. The 4WD van ride must have added a real sense of adventureâand spotting wallabies is always a bonus! Nga Mihi / Thank you From the Team at Kaitiaki Adventures :)
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Dieter Schaefczuk from Germany wrote on 24 March 2025
Mount Tarawera Tour
Die Tour war für viele Teilnehmer am Limit, speziell der Abstieg in den Krater!!! Eine Teilnehmerin stieg gleich am Anfang der Tour aus und ging zum Auto zurück. Ein anderen Teilnehmer verlor das Gleichgewicht und stürzte heftig. Dabei entstand eine blutende Lippe, zwei Wackelzähne und Abschürfungen an den Beinen. Leider war das Erste-Hilfe-Set der Guides sehr dürftig ausgestattet. Mein Sohn studiert aktuell Zahnmedizin und hat sich um die Erstversorgung des Teilnehmers gekümmert. Eine bessere Ausstattung fand sich dann an der Schutzhütte. Dort erfolgte die Zweitversorgung durch meinen Sohn. Die beiden Guides waren sichtlich überfordert mit diesem Unfall!!! Der Teilnehmer musste ins Krankenhaus nach Rotorua gebracht werden.