TRIPLE DEAL Wai-O-Tapu, Redwood Forest & Blue Springs Ex Auckland

4.9 (36 verified reviews)

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About This Experience

Triple Deal tour is unique as it blends New Zealand’s geothermal wonders, natural beauty, and quirky landmarks in one unforgettable day.

Witness the eruption of Lady Knox Geyser and explore the colorful pools of Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland.

Walk beneath the towering Redwoods of Rotorua’s Whakarewarewa Forest and marvel at the crystal-clear Blue Spring, source of much of New Zealand’s bottled water.

Along the way, enjoy a fun stop at Tirau’s famous corrugated iron Dog and Sheep buildings.

Unlike standard tours, this itinerary combines Rotorua’s geothermal marvels with the serenity of Putaruru’s Blue Spring and the character of rural towns, making it a perfect mix of nature, culture, and local flavor in a single journey from Auckland

Highlights

Three genuinely different stops in one day — geothermal, forest and spring water
Lady Knox Geyser and the Wai-O-Tapu loops, then the Redwoods in Whakarewarewa Forest
The Blue Spring at Putaruru, the source of much of New Zealand's bottled water
A stop at Tirau's corrugated-iron dog and sheep buildings on the way through
Hotel pickup in Auckland; English-speaking guide and all park fees in the fare

What's Included

✓ English Speaking Tour Guide
✓ Per person

Not Included

Tea and coffee

What to Bring

Closed walking shoes — the loop trails are boardwalk and packed gravel, with sulphur-slick patches after rain
A rain jacket and a warm layer: the tours run in all weather, and the open sinter flats catch the wind
Drinking water — there is no tap water on the trails, only at the visitor centre
Sun protection; the sinter flats are open and reflective, and New Zealand's UV is fierce in summer
Snacks and a drink for the road — it is a 12-hour day and tea and coffee are not provided

Good to Know & Caveats

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveling time will be approximately 12hrs including the travel, self guided tour, Lunch, attraction and sight seeing

Not Suitable For

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Meeting Point

Pickup from your accommodation included.

What Travelers Say

Rated 4.9/5 by 36 verified Viator travellers.

A very enjoyable day trip! The small group was comfortable, the pace was relaxed, and we had enough time at every stop. Kawal was friendly and enthusiastic, and everything was well organized. Highly recommend this tour!
— Ann_B, Jul 2026

We had a great experience on this tour. The pace was relaxed, and there was plenty of time at each stop to explore, take in the scenery, and enjoy the experience without feeling rushed. The guide was informative and shared lots of interesting…
— Laura_S, May 2026

Great day long nature focused adventure! Not an insane amount of walking - 30-45 minutes walks per activity and guide went at our pace, we never felt rushed! He was very knowledgeable and gave just the right amount of tour guide talk.
— April_B, Jun 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the day from Auckland?

About 12 hours door to door, including roughly five hours of driving. Expect an early start and a late return.

Is lunch included?

No. There is a lunch stop within the itinerary, but food and drinks are at your own expense.

Is the walk at Wai-O-Tapu guided?

You travel with an English-speaking guide, but the walk through the park itself is self-guided within the time allowed — the same arrangement as this operator's Rotorua half-day tour.