Mt Tarawera Volcanic Crater Experience • Half Day

Itinerary

Starting location: Rotorua Central
- Check-in/Safety Talk

Travel to Mt Tarawera: Hiking Adventure

Arrive back at: Rotorua

Restrictions

Hiking is Not Suitable for
- Children under 7 years
- Pregnant women
- Heart conditions
- Back Problems

Disclaimers

• Mt Tarawera Hiking tours are based in a mountainous environment, these activities inherently involve risks and potential hazards.

• This activity can be Subject to favourable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.

FAQ

What to Expect

• Departing Rotorua we will drive for approximately 30 minutes until we reach the base of the Mt Tarawera 4WD track.
  We will then ascend up the 4WD track. This is approximately 8.2km of bumpy off-road terrain
  If you suffer from motion sickness please inform your guide so they can place you in the least bumpy part of the vehicle.

• There is a toilet (composting) stop along the way at our base camp. This is where you can also pick up your walking stick.

• We carry on in the vehicle until we reach the end of the road. This will be the point that we start the Hīkoī/Walk.
• We will stop at several bench seats along the walk. At the 2nd bench seat you will be shown the trail to the summit.
• There is a medium/moderate level of fitness required for the summit track. It is here where you can decide whether to proceed to the summit or take the options for lighter walking from the guides.
• The Summit is 1111m high.
• The Scree is a 45º slope approximately 400m deep.
• The ground underfoot is Volcanic/Scoria and can be slippery.
• There are two points along the Summit track where four points of contact must be made with the ground, these are about 50m in length.

What to bring:
- Sturdy Walking Shoes (sturdy trainers are fine)
- Comfortable walking clothing (dress to the weather)
- Bottle of water
- Yes, you can also bring snacks (non are provided)