Craters of the Moon is a geothermal area, a short drive north of Taupo township, NZ, where you can view the colourful craters and steam vents.
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Jan 4, 2025
Great place to visit and stroller / push car friendly. Total time needed with an infant is more like 85-100 minutes (including reading all the info upon entry), whereas if it's just adults you can do…Full review by Christopher V
Dec 26, 2024
For the price, this was an incredible experience! Took so many photos and loved how we were able to get so close and see everything really well. Beautiful unique experience. Thanks Cathy and Jamie.Full review by kittycat1669
Dec 9, 2024
I’ve done many of the big steam parks in Rotorua, but I wanted to this wee one. Small but active steam vents. If you’re short on time, go straight to the high point…Full review by jejugirl777
If you have been to both Wai-O-Tapu Thermal wonderland and Craters of the Moon thermal park at Lake Taupo, what is the main difference please and would you still do both?
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Hi Just arrived back from 10 glorious days in Taupo. Support the answers above both about Rotorua and Taupo as visited both. Also suggest you take your bathers as public swimming is …
Hi Just arrived back from 10 glorious days in Taupo. Support the answers above both about Rotorua and Taupo as visited both. Also suggest you take your bathers as public swimming is cheap, clean and lovely warm water. Think Taupo will be cold in June so make sure u rug up. I liked Taupo so much that I’m returning in July! Enjoy Paradise
i've already made plans to visit Whakarewarewa Maori Village, which supposedly allows us views of geothermal features. so i'm wondering if i should still make time to drop by craters of the moon? will i be looking at the same things?
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I found the craters of the moon to be a very unique experience. It is beautifully laid out for a leisurely stroll without any pressure or crowds. It is extremely well maintained and you are …
I found the craters of the moon to be a very unique experience. It is beautifully laid out for a leisurely stroll without any pressure or crowds. It is extremely well maintained and you are able to see the activity up close. I would go for it. Reasonable entry costs. Cheapest coffee going as well.
To Gary M I cannot imagine what you are talking about unless you cannot see? Whilst it may not be spectacular it is definitely worth a visit. The main geyser is induced and I think this only done once a day, but on the walk there is another small geyser which operates naturally and continuously. I think you should remove your comment as it is 100% incorrect.
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