AKL: TAUPO - Huka Falls River Cruise, Wai O Tapu & Blue Springs

12 hours
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Overview

What's Included

✓ Included

  • Entrance fee
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

✗ Not Included

  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch

Itinerary

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Stop 1
Early Start – Scenic Journey South Your adventure begins with a 5:45–6:00 AM hotel pickup. Meet your friendly driver-guide and relax as you travel through lush farmland and rolling countryside. After about 90 minutes, enjoy a short break to grab a coffee and refresh. Prepare for a long drive of 3.5 hours to reach Huka Falls River Cruise.
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Stop 2
Huka Falls River Cruise – Turquoise Power Continue to Taupō for a smooth and scenic river cruise toward Huka Falls. Watch the Waikato River narrow and accelerate into a powerful rush of turquoise water, creating one of the country’s most impressive natural sights. It takes 1.5 hours to complete the Huka Falls River Cruise.
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Stop 3
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland – A Surreal Colour Palette Explore a geothermal landscape unlike anywhere else. Walk through steaming valleys filled with vibrant mineral colours, including the famous Champagne Pool, Artist’s Palette, and Devil’s Bath. Lunch can be enjoyed here at your convenience, either before or after your walk. It includes lunch time of 30 minutes as well.
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Stop 4
Putaruru Blue Springs Your final stop is the breathtaking beauty of Putāruru Blue Springs. Stroll along scenic walking trails surrounded by lush native greenery and experience one of New Zealand’s purest water sources. Famous for its vibrant turquoise-blue water and incredible clarity, the springs supply much of New Zealand’s bottled water. The peaceful atmosphere and stunning natural surroundings create the perfect place to relax, unwind, and reflect after a day filled with adventure.
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Stop 5
Scenic drive back to Auckland

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Good to Know

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The Tour includes travel duration to and fro Auckland, Comfort Stops, and Coffee Breaks.

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Special Instructions

Our driver guides will redeem the entry tickets from the Attractions for the customers.

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