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Rotorua: Lake Rotoiti scenic boat cruise with glowworm caves

New2 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Pure Cruise LTD
Experience a geothermal hot sand beach

About this activity

Discover the hidden gems of Lake Rotoiti aboard "The Airstream Project," a one-of-a-kind, handcrafted vessel built for intimate, small-group exploration. This Rotorua boat tour combines active adventure with scenic relaxation. Twist your feet into the hot sand stream, swim in crystal-clear waters, leap from overhanging trees, wade into glowworm caves to catch their gentle daytime glow or simply unwind amid scenery so close you can almost touch it. Savor complimentary morning tea as you glide past ancient Māori food storage caves and breathtaking landscapes.

What's included

  • ✓2.5-hour Lake Rotoiti boat cruise aboard "The Airstream Project" vessel
  • ✓Close-up water viewing of historic cliffside Māori food storage caves
  • ✓Live local commentary on Rotorua's geothermal landscape and Māori cultural history
  • ✓Access to geothermal sand beaches and thermal stream areas
  • ✓Complementary morning tea is included in the cruise
  • ✓Entrance into daytime glowworm caves to view bioluminescent glowworms (swimming access only)
  • ✓Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

  • ✕Swimwear and towels (required for Glowworm cave or lake plunge)
  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off (meeting point: VR Rotorua Lake Resort Marina)

Meeting and pickup

  • Enter The VR Rotorua Lake Resort main entrance and follow the drive right and down to the water's edge marina.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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