Rotorua Active and outdoor Trips in 2025/2026

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BudgetSimple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
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17 Active and outdoor Trips in Rotorua with 92 Reviews

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17 Active and outdoor Trips in Rotorua with 92 Reviews

NZ Adventure North

(22 reviews )

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I have just completed the 9 day New Zealand North Island tour and I was gutted at the end that I hadnt booked on to the 18 day one, as the whole trip was just amazing. I met some incredible people and did things Ive never done before such as cold water swimming in Lake TaupA and white water rafting. I got to visit Hobbiton, which was a dream come true. Jay our guide was the best and the trip ran smoothly. The week is packed with activities but also enough down time to do your own thing. I will definitely be booking on to another tour next year! If youre unsure about booking, do it, you wont regret it! 10/10

Active and outdoor Adventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Hostel

Age Range

18-39 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Rotorua, Auckland, Lake Ohau , M

Rotorua, Auckland, Lake Ohau , Milford Sound, Maori Village, Taupo, Huka Falls

Duration9 days

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Journeys: Discover New Zealand

(12 reviews )

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This was our second Nat Geo tour experience and we loved them both. Great pick of scenic and cultural experiences, great guides and well located accommodations. This tour of New Zealand was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Queenstown, Rotorua, C

Auckland, Queenstown, Rotorua, Christchurch, Franz Josef, Fiordland National Park

Duration12 days

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New Zealand Multisport

(8 reviews )

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A fantastic trip to a beautiful country. Particularly enjoyed the active components (hiking, biking, kayaking) with an up close view of the flora and landscapes. The CEO was knowledgeable, resourceful, and very pleasant. Despite the long bus rides, seeing so much of the country was an advantage. The population was friendly, gracious and adventuresome. Overall expectations were exceeded.

Adventure Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Hostel, Lodge

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Christchurch, Nelson

Auckland, Christchurch, Nelson, Lake Brunner, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Twizel, Rotorua, Tongariro National Park, Whanganui National Park, Raglan, Kaikoura

Duration22 days

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NZ Intro North

(14 reviews )

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Brilliant tour of the North Island of NZ. Rhys our group leader was great. He had loads of local knowledge about places we visited and was able to provide great recommendations for activities during our free time, as well as organising group activities for us in the evenings, such as karaoke. Would recommend this trip!

Active and outdoor Adventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Hostel

Age Range

18-55 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Rotorua, Auckland, Taupo, Waikato

Duration9 days

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New Zealand – North Island Multisport

(8 reviews )

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I loved learning about local conservation efforts and feel like I gained knowledge that I might not have learned touring NZ without G Adventures

Active and outdoor Beach

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Rotorua, Tongariro Nat

Auckland, Rotorua, Tongariro National Park, Whanganui National Park, Raglan

Duration8 days

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Contrasts Of New Zealand

4.7

(12 reviews )

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Great overview of New Zealand. , our tour guide really made the trip seamless. Knowledge, kind and considerate. The trip was well planned out and I enjoyed the ability to participate in extra activities during our down time outside of the tour. The bus drivers and were terrific.

Chill out Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Queenstown, Christchur

Auckland, Queenstown, Christchurch, Rotorua, Lake Tekapo

Duration10 days

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New Zealand Amplified (Southbound)

(1 review )

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This tour is a great way to see the major sights in New Zealand. Many optional activities offer for an additional price which you can choose to participate in or not. Our tour guide George, made the trip very memorable. He loves his country and his enthusiasm was contagious. Our group started as strangers and left as friends.

Active and outdoor Adventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hostel, Lodge

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Christchurch, Lake Tek

Auckland, Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Queenstown, Wanaka, Franz Josef, Coromandel Peninsula, Rotorua, Murupara, Taupo, Wellington, Kaikoura

Duration19 days

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New Zealand Panorama

(2 reviews )

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I traveled to New Zealand during the Fall it did rain on/off and was beautiful, lush green and clear blue skies. It was nice driving in the country and layering is perfect for this time of year. I liked, meet a Farmer, Milford Sound Day (it was a very long day) but worth it, Queenstown had many restaurants to walk too but take a taxi back it is very hilly in this city. Kiwi Park was fun to do and learn about their animals. Māori Village was awesome as well as Waitomo Caves! NZ natives and service staff were very nice and always helpful in all the places we stayed.

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Queenstown, Rotorua

Duration7 days

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Walking in New Zealand

4.4

(9 reviews )

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Good trip, wonderful scenary. Really good infrastructure for walking in the trails. It should have been a walk at the Fiordland National Park (close to Wilford Sound) We just did a really small portion towards Marian Lake. It would have been different from the other trails that we did

Adventure Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Hut, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Christchurch, Franz Jo

Auckland, Christchurch, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Te Anau, Twizel, Mount Cook National Park, Akaroa, Rotorua, Tongariro National Park, Wellington, Picton, Nelson, Punakaiki

Duration19 days

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New Zealand Panorama

4.7

(3 reviews )

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The trip was absolutely amazing!! We had an amazing trip Manager and bus driver! The group on the contiki was the best and I definitely made some life long friends!! The trip was pure enjoyment and I couldn't fault it.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

18-35 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Auckland, Christchurch, Queensto

Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown, Wellington, Mount Ruapehu, Taupo, Rotorua, Franz Josef, Kaikoura

Duration16 days

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Rotorua Active and Outdoor Trips 2025/2026

Design your own personalized Active and outdoor trip to Rotorua with help from a local expert.

17 Active and outdoor Trips in Rotorua with 92 Reviews

17 Active and outdoor Trips in Rotorua with 92 Reviews