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South of Rotorua on the road to Taupo and famous for the Lady Knox Geyser, the only geyser in the region that can be relied on to erupt at the same time each day (10.15am) to heights of up to 21 metres. Meaning 'Sacred Waters' in Maori, Wai-O-Tapu is known as New Zealand's most colourful and diverse geothermal sightseeing experience, with a wide range of other attractions such as Mud pools, Mineral terraces, Colourful hot and cold pools and Steaming Volcanic Lakes. All within an easy walk of each other through forested terrain. At first the price (NZD $16.50 for Adults) seems a bit steep, but for that you get easily a couple of hours to stroll around in awe of these natural wonders complete with information on how they were formed. After you pass the visitor centre (cafe, shop, toilets etc) you cross a seemingly ordinary stream into the park - except that on closer inspection it is actually steaming! Major sights include (Check out the great website for a full description of each attraction!): Well over a dozen huge Volcanic Craters. An 'Artist´s Palette' of hot and cold pools, steaming fumaroles and boiling mud in a kaleidoscopic variety of everchanging colours. Primrose Terraces of over a hectare of naturally tinted and remarkably formed terraces which are the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. Spectacular pools of bubbling and boiling mud. The stunning Champagne Pool. Unique in the world, this is a huge pool of bubbling and hissing jade coloured water, with a beautiful ochre-coloured petrified edge. My absolute favourite!!! Bridal Veil Falls. A cascade of mineral water over a terraced silica formation of changing hues from glistening white and lemon to an emerald green. There are also many panoramic views on this sacred Maori site including alum cliffs, a frying pan flat and vistas of lakes, and mountains in the distance. If you have time for just one thermal attraction in Rotorua - it has to be here! Chances are that you may have to drive past it anyway! Leave a Comment Phone: 07 366 6333Directions: On SH5. 53km N of Taupo on the right. 27km S of Rotorua on the left. Look for Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland signpost.Website: http://www.geyserland.co.nz/map-body.htm Other Contact: Opening hours 8.30am-5pm daily.
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