All Rotorua Tours & Excursions in 2026

I had an incredible experience rafting in Rotorua, and a huge part of that was thanks to Tor, our guide. From the very beginning, it was clear that he genuinely loves what he does—and it shows in every detail of the experience he creates. While other guides seemed to stick to just paddling through, Tor went above and beyond to make the ride unforgettable. He took the time to add all the fun extras—surfing the rapids, “the bull,” balancing, jumping—things that made the whole experience exciting and unique. You could tell he wasn’t just doing his job; he was making sure we had the best time possible. What I appreciated most was how clear and easy his instructions were to follow, especially for someone like me who can’t swim. I felt safe the entire time, which allowed me to fully enjoy the adventure without worry. That balance of fun and safety really stood out. I’ve done rafting in several other countries, and without a doubt, Tor has been the best guide I’ve ever had. Not just skilled, but also a genuinely good person who puts real effort into making your experience special. Thank you, Tor, for going the extra mile and making this such a memorable adventure. — Johany

This experience is an absolute must for anyone and everyone whether a local or tourist that steps foot on New Zealand soil. This experience will hit all of your five senses; you will see, hear, smell, touch, and taste firsthand the Māori culture. The Te Pā Tū family will reward you with an enriching and unforgettable evening and lastly, you will go home with a full stomach.

Full day with pickup by tour bus from Rotorua. Bus driver EXCELLENT! Informative, entertaining & great with people. Hobbiton much more than expected- the attention to detail of the village & info by great guide made me want to watch the whole LOTR all over again. Buffet lunch terrific & trip back was seamless. Well worth booking this experience - highly recommended.

What an amazing experience. Definitely a must. We loved that it was a small group at a slow pace so you could just enjoy the paddle. We got beautiful conditions with a glass lake and bright stars. The milky way even made an appearance. The guide was amazing and very knowledgeable. The caves were stunning and the worms put on a show we will never forget. We are so happy with this tour and will talk about for years to come.

We now understand why this is the top-rated experience of this kind in Rotorua. We had the morning experience including lunch buffet. We couldn't have asked for a better and more satisfying time - the staff and performers were all top notch. We could really tell they care about conveying their culture and pride in it to others. The buffet lunch was great. Even had time for Q&A with our host after lunch.

Great night out. Hosts were informative and entertaining. The food was absolutely delicious and sooooo much of it. It was great that the evening involved us visiting different areas of the village. Entertainment was really good, and the performers certainly looked to be enjoying themselves. We had a fabulous evening, and also learned a lot about the Maori culture.

Man you must give this a go its so amazing amongst the Ngahere (forest) with okere falls River beneath you cant get a better view been below rotorua zip lines is bomb azz our tour guides where just as good dem sure know how to banter witch tops the whole experience lo ed every minute of it

Relaxing to soak in the hot spring baths after the mud bath. Very busy, but it was during the last two weeks of December, so that was to be expected. The sulpher smell on the skin is only noticeable if you put your nose to your skin. I'd suggest renting a bathing suit and towel because even after two washes ours still have a slight sulpher smell. But, I'm sure it will eventually fade. Otherwise, it was great for the skin. Feels so smooth even two days later!