Rotorua sits on the edge of one of the most awesome and concentrated volcanic areas in the world. In every direction is tangible evidence of a riotous geological past extending back millions of years. The Te Arawa people settled the area in the mid-14th century, and it was their ancestors who began …
221km (137 miles) SE of Auckland; 86km (53 miles) S of Tauranga You'll smell Rotorua long before you see it. The sulfuric aroma in the air is an unmistakable prelude to geothermal things to come. It's this natural wonderland and the 11 major lakes in the area that are the draw for visitors. In fact, …