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Review & FAQ:
Lake Rotorua is a 49-mile, 10-meter deep lake in the Bay of Plenty region and the second largest lake on the North Island. Named Rotorua-nui-a-Kahumatamomoe (aka ‘the large lake of Kahumatamomoe’), the now tranquil lake has a violent history with massive volcanic eruptions around 200,000 years ago and continuing geothermal activity in and around the lake today. The high sulfur content of the water results in a magical green-blue coloration and is the setting for the famous love story of Hinemoa and Tutanekai. The island of Mokoia sits in the center of the lake and is a sanctuary to endangered birds and wildlife.
Rotorua District, Bay of Plenty Region, North Island
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Waimangu Volcanic Valley
Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland
Whakarewarewa, The Living Maori Village
Lake Rotorua
Mokoia Island
Sulfur Bay Wildlife Refuge
Government Gardens
Redwoods Treewalk
White Water Rafting at the Kaituna River
Te Ara Ahi - The Thermal by Bike Trail
Ambrosia Restaurant & Bar
Abracadabra Cafe & Bar
Stratosfare Restaurant and Bar
The Regent Room
Sabroso Restaurant
Capers Epicurean
Third Place Cafe
Market Kitchen Cafe - Skyline Rotorua
Urbano Bistro
Ciabatta Cafe and Bakery
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