Cindy Coleman said... Booked this last minute to explore some geothermal activity in Rotorua. I was conflicted between the numerous options and opted for a half day trip to Waimangu. It ended up being one of the major highlights of my 3-week trip to New Zealand. Gorgeous views, awesome hike and it was way less crowded than other sites. On the way there, Slim gave an introductory history lesson of the area and some great tips especially for Waimangu as he was a previous employee at the park. It’s always inspiring to hear about an area from a local who grew up there and has clan history dating back ages. Made for a truly authentic experience. Would love to visit again whenever I make my way to this end of the world in the future.