Wasco-Heppner Hwy

Rotorua, New Zealand is an active geothermal region located in the Bay of Plenty in the centre of the North Island. The city is known for its hot springs, boiling mud ponds, and geysers. You can attend Maori cultural performances, learn about the steaming terrestrial wonderland at the Te Puia or Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, explore the Waimangu Volcanic Valley or take a dip in Kerosene Creek, a popular hot spring. There is a strong Maori presence in the region, with the Te Whakarewarewa Living Maori Village being a great place to interact with locals and learn more about the culture. Rotorua is also a fantastic base for outdoor activities, such as kayaking, forest walks, and mountain biking.