The 1886 Mt Tarawera Eruption changed Lake Rotomahana dramatically, exploding it to 20 times its size. The lake now covers approximately 15 coalescing craters formed during the eruption. Fifteen years after that massive eruption, the lake reached its current height and is now the deepest in New Zealand's North Island. Lake Rotomahana is the newest of all New Zealand's larger, naturally formed lakes - protected as a wildlife refuge, it's home to large numbers of birds all year round.

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Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Rotomahana. This beautiful lake has its own separate geothermal system, with the amazing thermal activity that can only be seen from our vessel during your boat cruise. One of New Zealand's most beautiful, unspoilt, natural wilderness areas, the lake and surrounding land are protected from development.

Patiti Island, in the middle of the Lake, is currently being restored to a predator free state by Waimangu Volcanic Valley Ltd. Patiti will become a sanctuary for endangered New Zealand native birds

Boat Cruise Prices

Adults: $42.50
Child (6-16 years): $11.00
Infant (under 6 years): Free

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