Kia Ora!
Rotorua, a town set on a lake in New Zealand’s North Island. Renowned for geo-thermal activity, Maori culture. In Te Puia’s Whakarewarewa Valley, there’re bubbling mud pools. 30 metre tall Pohutu Geyser which erupts daily.
Thermal activity is at the heart of Rotorua’s tourist appeal. Geysers, bubbling mud pools, hot thermal springs, Te Wairoa (“The Buried Village”) named after it was buried by 1886 Mount Tarawera eruption.
A common nickname for Rotorua is ‘Sulphur City‘ due to hydrogen sulphide emissions. A great city for lovers of hot, natural, mineral enriched thermal pools. Home to a living Maori village, Arts & Crafts Institute with traditional wood carvings & weaving schools.
The Rotorua region has 17 lakes, known collectively as Lakes of Rotorua (Lake of wandering spirits!). Fishing, water-skiing, swimming, water activities are popular in summers. Great spot for mountain biking & hiking.