Top 10 Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers in Rotorua, North Island

February 20, 2022 Fernanda Pittenger

Bubbling mineral springs and pools promise maximum relaxation in Rotorua, on New Zealand's North Island. Therapeutic hot mud pools, dramatic geysers and a buried village are within easy reach of the city. What happens in the bubbling mud geysers of "Rotovegas"—the area at the top of Fenton Street—stays in Rotovegas. Once you've made the most of the mud, soar nearly 2,000 feet on the Skyline Gondola for views of Lake Rotorua, then zip back down to explore the lake by paddle steamer, fishing charter or WWII amphibious vehicle.
Restaurants in Rotorua

1. Volcanic Air

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5.0 based on 335 reviews

Volcanic Air

We offer you an extensive range of scenic helicopter flights and scenic floatplane air tours.Land on the active Volcano of White Island or our dormant Volcano Mt Tarawera.View from above the dramatic and spectacular destination of Rotorua. The main theme of our scenic flight tours is to showcase the many crater lakes, volcanic and geothermal landscape of the region Rotorua and Bay of Plenty.

2. Planet Bike - Day Tours

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5.0 based on 273 reviews

Planet Bike - Day Tours

Planet Bike is a small, friendly company, based in the action packed centre of the North Island - Rotorua! We've been renting out mountain bikes for hire in the Redwoods for years. Our bike fleet comprises quality mountain bikes, 27 speed with alloy frame, disc brakes and front suspension. Professionally maintained. Full suspensions also available.

3. Pure Dirt Tours - Day Tours

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5.0 based on 61 reviews

Pure Dirt Tours - Day Tours

All Tours take you over rolling farmland with amazing scenery and views over the Rotorua lakes.Longer tours reach the highest lookouts and through our awesome native forest trails. Huge range of trails to suit the beginner to the expert. Tours from one hour up to 3 days.

4. River Rats Raft & Kayak

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5.0 based on 921 reviews

River Rats Raft & Kayak

River Rats have been offering quality adventures for over 35 years. There’s something for everyone, from full on grade 5 action on the Kaituna River, featuring the world's highest commercially rafted waterfall, through to a gentle grade 2 scenic raft trip suitable for participants as young as 5 years old. Kayaking is available as freedom hire or a guided tour. Paddle the local lakes to a secluded beach or enjoy a hot water swim only accessible by boat, an evening kayak option is available in summer that includes a BBQ dinner and a hidden Glow Worm cave

5. Walking Legends

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5.0 based on 183 reviews

Walking Legends

Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Lake Waikaremoana, Great Barrier Island & Coromandel Peninsula. Walking Legends provide all-inclusive guided walk packages on the North Island's Great Walks. Small groups led by an experienced, friendly guide. Includes boutique accommodation, transport from Rotorua, hiking equipment, and great NZ-style meals and wine. Our guided hiking tours make it easy and rewarding to experience some of New Zealand's best walks, and to explore the remote and dramatic wilderness areas of the North Island.

6. Raftabout Rotorua

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Raftabout Rotorua

If you are looking for an awesome day out white water rafting then look no further than Raftabout, a family owned company that aims to excel. We offer the choice of 3 different rivers to white water raft. Choose which river suits your ideal adventure. All the trips offer outstanding New Zealand scenery with a varying amounts of challenging water water thrown in. For those who love adrenalin thrills, then definitely check out our Kaituna Waterfall trip, you’ll get a BUZZ going over the highest commercially rafted waterfall (a MASSIVE 7 metres). Available all year round!!

7. Katoa Lake Rotorua

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5.0 based on 528 reviews

Katoa Lake Rotorua

If ever a tourism operator lived up to its catch-cry of speed, spins and adrenaline, it’s Katoa Lake Rotorua. You only have to look at the smiling faces of passengers when they get off the big yellow boat to know they’ve had an awesome experience. With a wide range of exhilarating and inspiring activities to choose. Our trips range from 30 minutes of speed spins & adrenaline to 2 1/2 hours. Combined jet boating with the Lake Rotoiti Hot pools. This is only accessible by boat. No roads here.Or try our new product combining jet boat with landing on the Sacred Island Mokoia for a guided tour. We are the only company permitted to land on Mokoia Island. Learn of the famous love story of Hinemoa & Tutanekai and see the endangered birds.

8. Kaitiaki Adventures

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5.0 based on 986 reviews

Kaitiaki Adventures

Embark on the ultimate Rotorua Adventure with our experienced local guides. Navigate a wildly beautiful landscape while learning about Kaitiakitanga – guardianship and protection of the land. Go rafting in Rotorua and conquer the 7m Tutea Falls, the highest commercially raftable waterfall in the world. Try your hand at sledging to explore the rain-forest clad Kaituna River. Or, venture into the heart of a volcanic crater when you hike Mount Tarawera. We blend quality adventures with Maori culture for an experience you’ll never forget.

9. Electric Bike Rotorua Ltd

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5.0 based on 35 reviews

Electric Bike Rotorua Ltd

Explore Rotorua and experience the thrill of an Electric Bike! Our bikes are very comfortable and have the ability to cover long distances without needing a recharge, due to our high capacity batteries. Ride around town or venture further afield to discover other attractions nearby. Our team will help you design the trip you like! We offer a range of rental options, from one hour to a full day.

10. New Zealand Mountain Biking

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5.0 based on 34 reviews

New Zealand Mountain Biking

We like to tailor make trips for small groups and take them mountain biking in amazing places. We do everything from half-day tours and coaching to multi-day tours around the North Island. We can also design a a trip just for you. Just let us know what your dreaming of and we will make it happen.

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