Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Auckland to Waiotapu and the Polynesian Spa in Rotorua, where natural wonders and relaxation await. Witness the surreal landscape of Waiotapu's geothermal area, shaped by volcanic forces over millennia, featuring colorful hot springs . Then, unwind at Polynesian Spa, renowned for its healing thermal waters with rejuvenating mineral pools overlooking Lake Rotorua. Ideal for adventure seekers and families seeking both natural marvels and therapeutic relaxation, this tour promises a day of discovery and blissful indulgence.

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Wai-O-Tapu & Polynesian Spa 

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re so glad you enjoyed the pools and had such a relaxing time. There’s something really special about being able to slow down, soak in the warm water and just enjoy the surroundings — and even better when you get chatting with other people along the way.

It’s great to hear you enjoyed the acidic pool too. We really appreciate you joining us and hope you left feeling completely relaxed and refreshed.

The water was absolutely perfect, warm hot and relaxing!!  I enjoyed the whole experience. The conversation with other people. The acidity pool for aches and pains. 

Thermal Spa Day perfection 

Thank you so much for the lovely review! We completely agree — there’s so much to see and experience in Rotorua that one day barely scratches the surface, but we’re glad the tour gave you a good taste of what makes the region so special.

And thank you for the kind words about David. We’ll definitely pass this on to him — he’ll be thrilled to know he helped make your day extra enjoyable.

Thank you for choosing Expedigo and supporting our small family business!

Rotorua is a must! So many great experiences to have there, one day is barely enough. But I’m grateful for this tour that gave me an excellent overview. And our guide, David, was simply superb.

Fantastic Day

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so glad you enjoyed your time at Wai-O-Tapu and especially loved relaxing at Polynesian Spa. The different hot pools and cold plunge really do make it such a great way to unwind after Waiotapu.

Rotorua can be quite misty during the winter months, which can sometimes affect the visibility of Wai-O-Tapu’s colours. While the weather is something we can’t control, we’re glad you still enjoyed the experience and had such a relaxing time at the Polynesian Spa. 
 We hope you had a wonderful day overall and enjoyed exploring Rotorua with us.

The weather is abit too misty, therefore not able to see the full colors for the wai-o-tapu. 
As for the Polynesian spa, its very relaxing and they give you ample of time to relax in the hot pools. There is 4 different temperature pools and 1 cold plunge.
I enjoyed alot. But you may need to be aware that there may be other people going to rotorua as well but participating in different activities.

The weather is abit too...

Thank you for sharing such thoughtful feedback. We’re really glad you enjoyed the day with Jason — he’s great at connecting with everyone and keeping things informative (and fun), so we’ll be sure to pass that on to him. It’s also nice to hear you enjoyed Wai-O-Tapu and having time to explore at your own pace.

We appreciate your honest comments about the Polynesian Spa as well. That kind of feedback is genuinely helpful for us when looking at how we present and price our tour options. Thanks again for joining us and taking the time to share your experience.

Jason was a nice tour guide who made a point to speak to everyone and learn all names. He shared a lot of facts along the tour and was also pretty funny. Wai O Tapu was cool to see- we had time to explore on our own. The Polynesian Spa was nice, but a bit boring. I am not sure I would book that option again given the price. 

Jason was a nice tour...

So glad you enjoyed it! The heated beds and scenery really make it such a peaceful place to unwind, and having a choice of different spa pools is a treat. Skipping the polar plunge is totally fair — it’s fun to watch others be brave! 😄 We’re happy it was a relaxing and memorable experience for you.

So relaxing, enjoyed the heated beds and the beautiful scenery, several spa bathes to enjoy, passed on the polar plunge but many were doing it

Relaxing Day..a must for Spa goers

So lovely to hear you had such a wonderful day! Jamie will be delighted to know you enjoyed the tour and all the beautiful spots along the way. The colours at the thermal park and the peaceful spa truly make it a day to remember. Thanks so much for joining us!

The tour guide Jamie was very friendly and helpful. He took us to amazing places. Colours of the thermal park were unbelievable. The Polynesian spa was a piece of paradise. 

Unforgettable day!

Thank you so much for your lovely review! I’m really glad to hear you had a great experience and that Jason helped make the day easy and enjoyable. The spa and Wai-O-Tapu are such special spots — so happy you enjoyed them.

Jason was a very experienced tour guide. That made things very easy for us. The Polynesian spa was very relaxing and the walk around Wai O Tapu was interesting. Overall a great experience. 

Polynesian Spa

Thanks so much for your kind words! We’re really glad the rain didn’t get in the way of a great day out. It’s awesome to hear you felt everything was well planned and that you still got to enjoy all the stops. Appreciate the recommendation!

This was an amazing trip. The tour guide was knowledgeable and despite it being a rainy day, we were still able to enjoy all the activities to the fullest. The tour was expertly planned and intentionally navigated. I highly recommend it!

An amazing trip

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're so glad you enjoyed your day trip to Rotorua and that the early start was worth it. The scenic drive, geothermal wonders, and relaxing soak at the Polynesian Spa make for a truly unforgettable experience, and it’s great to hear that you made the most of it!

Jason will be delighted to know he made your trip even better—ensuring you got extra time at the spa was definitely a bonus! We appreciate your thoughtful feedback and your recommendation, and we’d love to have you join us for another adventure in the future.

Wishing you more amazing travels ahead!

This was a great day visit to Rotorua!

It’s an early start, but totally worth it. Along the drive you’ll see the beautiful countryside and when you arrive in Rotorua, it’s lovely.

We got to make a pitstop in the Rose Gardens before we went to the lady Knox Geiser! OK, I was totally surprised that they force it to erupt, but I guess when you’re on a tourist’s schedule…

Te Puia is a nice walk with a variety of different types of mud baths, pools of all colors, and interesting terrain.

But the highlight of the trip was the Polynesian spa! The tubs are lovely, with a lush landscape, a variety of temperatures for everyone, and so relaxing! It was the highlight of the trip.

Our guy, Jason was awesome, and artfully managed to pick up some drops at different places during the day.

He got two of us to the Spa 45 minutes early, so we got extra time, which was appreciated

I would definitely recommend this trip for anybody who loves scenic, nature, and Hot Springs!

A long day, well worth it.

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience with Jason. He truly is an exceptional guide, and we’re glad his friendliness and helpfulness made your tour memorable. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on another tour in the future!

Jason is an exceptional tour guide. He’s very nice, friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the tour very much.     

Jason is an exceptional...

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that Jason (JJ) made your day both enjoyable and informative with his great sense of humor and local insights. It's fantastic that you were able to experience the Lady Knox Geyser eruption and the unique thermal pools—such a different experience from Ohio, we bet! We’re also thrilled that the Polynesian Spa provided a relaxing and peaceful end to your time in New Zealand.

It's great to know that you made new friends along the way too—it sounds like you had a truly memorable day! Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future.

Jason (JJ) was a great guide for the day. He has a good sense of humor and is an efficient driver. He provided a lot of good information about local customs. Seeing Lady Knox Geyser erupt was really cool. The thermal pools in the park were fascinating and like nothing we can see in Ohio (where we are from). The Polynesian Spa was so relaxing, and it was fun to try the different pools. Very peaceful area, perfect way to spend the last day in New Zealand. Made friends in the can along the way. A great day! 

Relaxing and educational day

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a perfect day on your tour. It’s great to know that Jason made such a positive impact—his knowledge, politeness, and extra effort to show you additional sights truly enhance the experience. We’re also glad you enjoyed the beautiful nature and the relaxing spa at the end of the day.

Your recommendation means a lot to us! We’d love to welcome you back again for another memorable adventure in the future.

It was a perfect day! The pick-up was on time, and our driver, Jason, was excellent. He was very helpful, knowledgeable about New Zealand, and extremely polite and friendly. He even took us to additional sightseeing spots beyond the program. The nature was incredible, and the spa was the cherry on top. I would definitely recommend this tour!

A perfect day 

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