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“Kia ora” welcome to Rotorua, home of famed lovers Hinemoa and Tutanekai

We proudly claim that the Rotorua region captures the best of New Zealand all in one place!

Whether seeking to experience Maori culture, geothermal earth forces, spa rejuvenation, thrills and adventure, or any of the other natural assets like 16 lakes, some of the world's best mountain biking trails, fantastic trout fishing and a myriad of forest walking tracks – Rotorua delivers it all!

This site, Rotorua's official website, details all essential Rotorua information including attractions and activities, tours and daytrips, the vast range of accommodation choices, what's on now plus upcoming events, and how to get here. We also showcase our art, culture, history, legends, personalities, buildings, population and weather.

"Rotorua - feel the spirit – Manaakitanga" is our catch-cry . . . and it holds a pretty powerful promise as well as an invitation to experience our extraordinary slice of New Zealand. A deep-rooted Maori cultural concept, Manaakitanga places a responsibility on us as your hosts to give you the best of ourselves, our time and our history.

“Nai mai, haere mai”  Welcome, welcome, welcome to Rotorua

  • Olympic win for local

    Olympic win for local

    Rotorua congratulates Sam Bewley on his Olympic bronze medal win in the Team Pursuit cycling at the 2008 Benjing Olympics. This photograph of 18-year-old Sam featured in Images of Nation: Rotorua.

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  • Winter in Rotorua

    Winter in Rotorua

    Cold, frosty mornings often herald brilliantly clear and sunny days in Rotorua. June through to August are ideal months for enjoying some of the things our region is renowned for.

    Check out our Winter colours..

  • The sound of Maori

    The sound of Maori

    To mark Māori Language Week 2008, Destination Rotorua Tourism Marketing expanded the Maori language area of its website, www.rotoruaNZ.com

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