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Te Ara Ahi - The Thermal by Bike Trail is a guided bike trail that visits ancient Maori cultural sites, hot springs and geothermal wonderlands, along with other must-see attractions. Dubbed Thermal by Bike, the bike ride begins near Rotorua’s lakefront and comprises three continuous sections ranging from easy to intermediate, passing four geothermal areas, historical Maori cultural sites, beautiful lake and mountain views, and plenty of cafés for water breaks. Adventurers can also take a detour and explore Rotorua’s world-famous Redwoods Mountain Bike Park.
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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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