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There can be few places in the world where
Mother Nature is quite so busy. Vividly coloured lakes seethe and bubble. Geysers roar and
rumble. Steam even issues from fields and drains around the city. All in a lovely natural
string of lakes, forests and sleeping volcanoes. |
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culture are found here, too. Combining all these activities under one friendly umbrella is
the Natural Experiences Company. In their own words "We pride ourselves on our
highest possible service standards and our excellent value for money". |
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The Natural Experiences company. Moving Heaven and Earth for your Holiday Enjoyment.
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Waimangu Volcanic Valley
& Rotomahana Crater Lake
| The valley is dotted with many interesting thermal and volcanic features. The walk
first encounters The Cauldron, a pale blue lake simmering gently at around 50oC.
The shortest walk lasts 40 minutes, the longest, two hours. Pass through the valley and
board a boat for a tour of the crater lake. This was the site of the world famous Pink and
White Terraces. |
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Wai-O-Tapu Thermal
Tourist Park
| The name means "sacred waters" and contains New Zealand's most colourful
crystalline formations, especially the Primrose Terrace, 12 hectares of exquisite mineral
terracing. The famous Champagne Pool exhibits all the fizz and colour of a glass of
Moet, but is served up hot. Erupting Geysers, boiling mud, and active volcanic craters
ensure an unforgettable experience at Wai-o-tapu. |
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Mt Tarawera 4WD tours
| Climb in comfort to the breathtaking crater of Mt Tarawera. The last eruption in 1886
opened a gash in the earth seven kilometres long and more than 12 kilometres wide. There
are exceptional views from the top and your guides will provide refreshments. You can
combine your crater visit with helicopter flights and other geothermal wonders. |
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Buried Village of Te
Wairoa
| Smothered by ash and mud in the 1886 eruption of Mt Tarawera, the village is a time
capsule of life preserved at the moment of its destruction. There is a museum of
pre-European artifacts and several walking trails to places of interest. Native songbirds
call in the trees and giant trout can be hand fed in Te Wairoa stream. |
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Tamaki Tours
| This is Maori culture at its most entertaining. Tamaki have recreated an authentic
Maori village buzzing with activities such as carving, weaving, Maori food and medicines,
dancing, singing and games. |
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Carey's Sightseeing
Tours
| Another wing of the Natural Experiences Group is the well-known Carey's name. Carey's
cover all the hot spots with a varied range of tours to suit every visitor, particularly
their holiday budget. Carey's Capers, for instance, are billed "for the young at
heart" and include lunch and a bush swim in a hot water stream. |
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Natural
Experience Company Rotorua Tours
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