Lake Rotoiti Water Shuttle Cruise & Hot Pools Experience | Rotorua | Shaara Deals

There's a hot pool spot on Lake Rotoiti that you can only reach by water, and Rotoiti Water Shuttles' Lake Rotoiti Water Shuttle Cruise & Hot Pools Experience gets you there and back in 2.5 hours, from $95 on Shaara Deals.

A geothermal paradise you can only reach by boat

The cruise crosses Lake Rotoiti to the boat-access-only Manupirua Bay Hot Pools, a hidden gem rated one of New Zealand's best hot pool locations. It's totally unique to New Zealand, and rare anywhere else in the world, and it's open 365 days a year.

Twenty minutes each way, ninety minutes to soak

The scenic cruise across the lake takes around 20 minutes each way, leaving roughly 1.5 hours to soak and relax at the pools. Your skipper shares local insights and is happy to answer questions along the way.

Eight pools, a slide and a geothermal beach

There are eight hot pools on the lakeside, each fed by its own natural spring and offering a different temperature. Cool off with a dip in the lake from the beach, or take the fun route down the slide at the end of the jetty — the beach itself is geothermal, so even a gentle paddle warms your feet in the sand. For the more adventurous, a short but steep walking track leads up to a lookout with panoramic lake views, and there's a small café on site for drinks, snacks and ice creams before the return cruise.

Tour details

• Price: From NZD $95.00 per person

• Duration: 150 minutes (approx.), a 2.5-hour experience

• Location: Rotoiti Water Shuttles, VR Lake Resort Marina, 366 State Highway 33, Mourea, Rotorua

• Includes: Return water shuttle with skipper and hot pool entry

• Minimum: 4 adults for a confirmed departure

• Operator: Rotoiti Water Shuttles

• Product code: PE9AUW

What to bring

• Swimwear and a towel

• Drink bottle and sunscreen

• Suitable footwear for the walk to the viewing platform

• Cash or EFTPOS for the hot pools café

FAQ: Lake Rotoiti Water Shuttle Cruise & Hot Pools Experience

What happens if there aren't 4 adults booked? Your booking is marked pending and Rotoiti Water Shuttles aims to confirm by midday on the day of the tour, matching you with others where possible. If the minimum still isn't met, you can pay the difference to confirm the charter, reschedule, or receive a full refund.

Can I just turn up and buy a ticket? No — bookings are essential and door sales aren't available.

Are children welcome? Yes — pricing covers adults (16+), children (5-15) and infants (0-4).

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