Rotorua Duck Boat Guided City and Lakes Tour on WWII Amphibious Vehicle
by Rotorua Duck Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$178Overview
This 90 to 105-minute guided tour in Rotorua takes place aboard an authentic World War II amphibious vehicle that travels on both land and water. The tour departs regularly from Rotorua Duck Tours, located in the city center. The vehicle drives through the city streets and then enters Lake Rotorua, providing a boat cruise around the lake. Along the way, the guide offers live commentary about the area's history and natural features. The route passes several landmarks including the Blue Baths, Government Gardens, and the Rotorua Museum, where the vehicle stops briefly for viewing and explanation. The tour also includes views of the Lake Okareka Walkway and the starting point of the Blue Lake Track. Mt. Tarawera is visible from the route, with information about its 1886 volcanic eruption. The vehicle continues through Whakarewarewa Forest and the Redwoods Treewalk area, with commentary on the forest and local history. The tour circles Sulphur Point before returning to the departure point at Rotorua Duck Tours. Food, drinks, and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Lake Rotorua
The vehicle drives around the lakefront area while the guide shares historical details. This stop offers good photo opportunities.
Rotorua Duck Tours
The central departure point for all tours on the amphibious vehicle.
15 min
Blue Baths
Drive past the Blue Baths building while learning about its history.
Government Gardens
The vehicle passes through Government Gardens with commentary on its historical significance.
Lake Okareka Walkway
The guide points out the location and details of the walkway during the tour.
Blue Lake Track
The tour highlights the starting point and qualities of the Blue Lake Track.
Mt. Tarawera
The guide explains the impact of the 1886 eruption while providing views of Mt. Tarawera.
Redwoods Treewalk
Information about the Treewalk attraction is given during the tour.
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
The vehicle drives past this forest, with the guide discussing its history.
Rotorua Museum
The tour stops briefly to view and learn about the museum.
Blue Baths
The vehicle drives by the Blue Baths again while sharing additional information.
Sulphur Point
The tour circles Sulphur Point with views and commentary provided.
Meeting point
Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to your departure time. Late arrivals will need to reschedule to the next available departure.
End point
Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to your departure time. Late arrivals will need to reschedule to the next available departure.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Rotorua Duck Boat Guided City and Lakes Tour on WWII Amphibious Vehicle
by Rotorua Duck Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$178Overview
This 90 to 105-minute guided tour in Rotorua takes place aboard an authentic World War II amphibious vehicle that travels on both land and water. The tour departs regularly from Rotorua Duck Tours, located in the city center. The vehicle drives through the city streets and then enters Lake Rotorua, providing a boat cruise around the lake. Along the way, the guide offers live commentary about the area's history and natural features. The route passes several landmarks including the Blue Baths, Government Gardens, and the Rotorua Museum, where the vehicle stops briefly for viewing and explanation. The tour also includes views of the Lake Okareka Walkway and the starting point of the Blue Lake Track. Mt. Tarawera is visible from the route, with information about its 1886 volcanic eruption. The vehicle continues through Whakarewarewa Forest and the Redwoods Treewalk area, with commentary on the forest and local history. The tour circles Sulphur Point before returning to the departure point at Rotorua Duck Tours. Food, drinks, and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Lake Rotorua
The vehicle drives around the lakefront area while the guide shares historical details. This stop offers good photo opportunities.
Rotorua Duck Tours
The central departure point for all tours on the amphibious vehicle.
15 min
Blue Baths
Drive past the Blue Baths building while learning about its history.
Government Gardens
The vehicle passes through Government Gardens with commentary on its historical significance.
Lake Okareka Walkway
The guide points out the location and details of the walkway during the tour.
Blue Lake Track
The tour highlights the starting point and qualities of the Blue Lake Track.
Mt. Tarawera
The guide explains the impact of the 1886 eruption while providing views of Mt. Tarawera.
Redwoods Treewalk
Information about the Treewalk attraction is given during the tour.
Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest
The vehicle drives past this forest, with the guide discussing its history.
Rotorua Museum
The tour stops briefly to view and learn about the museum.
Blue Baths
The vehicle drives by the Blue Baths again while sharing additional information.
Sulphur Point
The tour circles Sulphur Point with views and commentary provided.
Meeting point
Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to your departure time. Late arrivals will need to reschedule to the next available departure.
End point
Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to your departure time. Late arrivals will need to reschedule to the next available departure.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.