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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.
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!
Available Bookings from 3 Sep to 16 Sep 2025
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- Per Person$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$109.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$153.00
- Per Person$109.00
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
Best experience in Rotorua
farqady from
NZ
A must see!
Esmee Heuvink from
NZ
A must see!
Esmee Heuvink from
NZ
Mount Terawara hike
Kirsty Turner from
Australia
Stunning Mt Tarawera
Judy Mahupuku from
NZ
Awesome adventure with friends and Kaitiaki Jack
zaydeel from
NZ
Awesome adventure with friends and Kaitiaki Jack
zaydeel from
NZ
Awesome adventure with friends and Kaitiaki Jack
zaydeel from
NZ
Mt Tarawera Guided Hike
padventure from
Canada
Mt Tarawera Guided Hike
padventure from
Canada
Mt Tarawera Guided Hike
padventure from
Canada
Mt Tarawera hike
sarahd43 from
United Kingdom
So beautiful!
julianac from
NZ
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Christina Watling from
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World Class Experience
Sharon Wardlaw from
NZ
World Class Experience
Sharon Wardlaw from
NZ
Just WOW
Theres Lieser from
Germany
Just WOW
Theres Lieser from
Germany
Only on the scene you can feel
Chun Zhan from
NZ
Amazing hike
Bastien Aubret from
NZ
Awesome
Carolyn Bellamy from
NZ
Great adventure from start to finish
reneeh12 from
NZ
Great adventure from start to finish
reneeh12 from
NZ
Awesome experience
claudiak4 from
Germany
What a great experience!
Sjon van der Salm from
Netherlands
What a great experience!
Sjon van der Salm from
Netherlands
What a great experience!
Sjon van der Salm from
Netherlands
Sehr cooler Ausflug!
Louis Starck from
Germany
Sehr cooler Ausflug!
Louis Starck from
Germany
Amazing views
nickyv from
NZ
Good weather topped off excellent adventure.
Pam from
NZ
Awesome
Christopher Moxey from
Australia
Scoria galore
Teri from
NZ
Scoria galore
Teri from
NZ
Scoria galore
Teri from
NZ
Tarawera experience
Marcus Brons from
NZ
Tarawera experience
Marcus Brons from
NZ
great view
sandhu from
NZ
Mt Tarawera
Tony Goldsmith from
NZ
Breath taking
Amy O'Donnell from
NZ
Fantastic experience every Kiwi should do!
Sarah from
NZ
Fantastic experience every Kiwi should do!
Sarah from
NZ
Great time up Tarawera
Evelien Wallace from
NZ
Great time up Tarawera
Evelien Wallace from
NZ
Great time up Tarawera
Evelien Wallace from
NZ
A must do!
Renate from
NZ
A must do!
Renate from
NZ
A must do!
Renate from
NZ
Amazing experience
Ruth Keir from
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Amazing experience
Ruth Keir from
NZ
Amazing experience
Ruth Keir from
NZ
Absolutely Awesome
michellem11 from
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Absolutely Awesome
michellem11 from
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Absolutely Awesome
michellem11 from
NZ
Worth doing - despite the weather
amirap from
NZ
Magic day
Christa Koller from
NZ
Magic day
Christa Koller from
NZ
Magic day
Christa Koller from
NZ
Awesome Day Out!
Kurt from
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Awesome Day Out!
Kurt from
NZ
Awesome Day Out!
Kurt from
NZ
Mt tarawera experience
Laurie Haysom from
NZ
Mt tarawera experience
Laurie Haysom from
NZ
Great tour
lizaa from
NZ
Rotorua Highlight
Robert from
NZ
Rotorua Highlight
Robert from
NZ
Amazing day
Regan from
NZ
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Kia Ora Peter. Thank you for your review! We are glad you had a great time with us and with Dan and AJ as your guides. Hope to see you back again. Nga Mihi
Olivia Marcinkowski from Australia wrote on 14 August 2025
Hiking, Scenery and a bit of Adventure!!
What an amazing experience. So glad we booked this tour. Starting from amazing Tour Guides who were friendly, kind and I loved how they constantly stopped to debrief the group on what to expect and cared about everyone's safety. We went with our 3 children (9 yrs old 14 and 17) and all 3 kids have not stopped talking about the day so great for all ages!!! They especially loved running down the crater. The views at top were stunning. You can not visit Rotorua without experiencing Mt Tarawera :)
From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Thank you so much for your amazing review! 🌋 We’re thrilled you and your family had such a memorable day on Mt Tarawera. Our guides will be so pleased to know you felt safe, supported, and well looked after — and we love hearing how much the kids enjoyed the crater run! The views really are something special, and we couldn’t agree more that Mt Tarawera is a must-do when visiting Rotorua. We’d love to welcome you all back for another adventure one day! — The Kaitiaki Adventures crew
lindsayl2 from New Zealand wrote on 03 August 2025
Mount Tarawera Crater Walk
Great outing with lovely knowledgeable guide. We were incredibly lucky with the weather which made for a fantastic experience. Our guide, Ben was excellent, patient and made us feel confident!
From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Thanks so much for your wonderful feedback! 🌋 We’re so glad you had a fantastic day on Mount Tarawera and that the weather played its part too. Ben will be stoked to hear your kind words — he’s an awesome guide and we’re lucky to have him! We’d love to welcome you back for another adventure soon. — The Kaitiaki Adventures crew
stephane from Switzerland wrote on 24 July 2025
Mt Tarawera
Nice walk despite poor weather. Good organisation and professional guide.
From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Thank you so much for joining us on the Mt Tarawera experience and for taking the time to leave a review. We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the walk, even with the weather not quite playing ball that day! We appreciate your kind words about our organisation and your guide â our team takes pride in delivering a professional and authentic experience grounded in our local knowledge and manaakitanga (hospitality). NgÄ mihi nui, and we hope to welcome you back again sometime â maybe with a bit more sunshine next time! NgÄ manaakitanga, The Kaitiaki Adventures whÄnau
Chanel Sabourin-Dubois from Canada wrote on 24 July 2025
Amazing walk in the volcano!
We had an amazing time with Maui and Tai! They were so sweet and interesting, we learn a lot about the history of the land and we had so much fun hiking up and running down the volcano! Perfect weather as well 🤞
From Mt Tarawera Guided Volcanic Crater Hike Experience - 4.5hrs
Thanks so much for the awesome review! We're thrilled you had a great time with Maui and Tai â they're fantastic guides! Glad the weather played along too. Hope to see you back for another adventure soon! ðð Nga Mihi Nui - Kaitiaki Adventures Crew
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Peter Kon from Australia wrote on 31 March 2023
Fantastic Mt. Tarawera Experience
Fantastic guides Dan and AJ gave us a great insight into local culture and took great care of us all as we completed the trek. We shared amazing views and experiences as we went round the volcano rim and down into the crater. What a privilege to be part of such a great experience.