The visit started with a ferry across the lake to the thermal area. The terraces are amazing, colourful and with erupting water and steam. The whole site is well laid out with informative signs. More

The boat trip over the river makes this a little different. Recommended More

Extraordinary thermal pools and geysers with a terrific walking track. More

A short 20 minutes drive from the centre of Taupo Orakei Korako is easy to find as it is well sign posted. As you enter the quiet Hidden Valley the tranquility and beauty of this place is absolutely amazing. The staff in the cafe were friendly and the food was great. It's $36 for an adult which is a wee... More

A hidden jewel in the North Island. Just beautiful and mind-blowing. Nature in its most surprising form. For me, coming from Europe, I've never seen anything like that before. I went to Wai-o-Tapu as well (after my visit to Orakei Korako) which was great too but I preferred Orakei Korako. More

The admission to this attraction is quite high - currently $36 - but it is really good and I thoroughly enjoyed it. This thermal park isn't as high profile as some others and I think that added to the enjoyment as there weren't crowds of people there. There is a short boat ride over a lake to reach the thermal... More

The geological formations are fascinating but really need more information available, either on-site descriptions or in brochure form for one to get the most out of a visit. This is especially essential as the admission fee is quite high. Budget 2 hours for a slow meander. More

A short boat ride over a beautiful lake, takes you to an interesting thermal park with geysers, hot mud pools and an impressive cave, viewed from outside. However, there are many more steps involved in this walk than we were led to believe, particularly after the cave and mud pools. The walkway and steps were made of wooden decking, but... More

Amazing!!! One of the best tourist attractions in Taupo! A bit pricey! but, its an awesome place to visit!!! More