Lake Rotoiti Guided Hot Pools Kayak Trip

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Rotorua, New Zealand

5 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

While spending time in geothermal Rotorua, paddle across magnificent Lake Rotoiti by kayak to soak in the mineral-rich waters of the Manupirua Springs Hot Pools. The pools are only accessible on the water, but you may struggle to get there without a guide to show the way. With entry fees plus hassle-free round-trip travel from your Rotorua hotel included, enjoy a special experience in the heart of the Rotorua countryside.

Explore Lake Rotoiti by kayak without the risk of getting lost
Rejuvenate your body at the Manupirua Springs Hot Pools
Entry fees to the hot pools are included so you won't pay extra
Hassle-free round-trip travel from your Rotorua hotel save you time

What's Included

Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All specialist equipment
Full training
Use of Kayak rental
Department of Conservation concession fees

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Towels can be hired for NZ$2.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Pick up from central Rotorua commercial accomodation or the I-Site information centre approximately half an hour before the trip if required. We do not pick up from private addresses such as Air BnB

Meeting point

Rotorua Rafting
761 State Highway 33, Okere Falls 3074, New Zealand
Rotorua Airport Hangar 14s, Take the driveway on the left as you come into the airport and follow it until you see our signs. There is free parking out the front of our base.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Lake Rotoiti Hot Pools

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please bring swimwear, shorts and a towel
Maximum of 20 people

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 23 reviews

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Amazing experience

QIAN_Z, Sep 2025

Highly recommend this tour. Fantastic activities with all fun along the paddle to reach to the beautiful geothermal pools and an extra to visit the cave of the glow worm. Our tour guider Justin who helps and demonstrates us about all kayak gears we needed and skill of the paddle. and he is a story teller. We learned lot of the local history and love story.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you for your review

Flexible, fun staff and amazing experience, thank you Lenny and Dave

Daniel_F, Dec 2024

Yesterday, my wife and I had to adjust our plans due to weather and instead of kayaking we went on the rafting tour w the same company. Justin was very patient throughout the process of helping us get the plans adjusted. Overall, the staff did a great job and were extremely engaging the whole trip. The rapids and waterfalls were intense, but both Lenny and Dave made us both feel at ease throughout, even though we capsized over the big falls 😂. My wife has been whitewater rafting over a dozen times and this one was BY FAR her favorite experience.