Lake Rotomahana
The once and future home of New Zealand's famed Pink and White Terraces.

šŸ“œ Lake Rotomahana in Waimangu Volcanic Valley is a historic lake surrounded by geothermal features. It was dramatically altered by the 1886 Mount Tarawera eruption, which also buried the famed Pink and White Terraces.

Why Go

🌊 Explore geothermal features like geysers, fumeroles, and steaming cliffs
šŸ“œ Discover the history of the Pink and White Terraces
🚤 Enjoy boat cruises and kayaking on the lake
🐦 Observe protected plant and bird life

Why Avoid

āš ļø Public access limited to Waimangu Volcanic Valley tours

Tips

Combine a Lake Rotomahana Boat Cruise with a walk through Waimangu Volcanic Valley for a full experience.

Last updated 7 days ago

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