Geothermal Fields 
The geothermal phenomena of the Rotorua area can be most easily observed in the Maori village of Whakarewarewa, 3km south of Rotorua. There are numerous springs and three impressive geysers within a small area.
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Related Attractions
Whakarewarewa - Maori Cultural Center
Whakarewarewa has a Maori cultural center, with a carved gateway, palisades, a meeting house and a war canoe. There are also performances of Maori music and dances. Within the complex is a Maori arts and crafts center, with a carving school and a showroom for the sale of craft products.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 |
| Close | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 | 17:30 |
Whakarewarewa Forest Park
Whakarewarewa Forest Park (38 sq.km) extends southeast of the geothermal field of Whakarewarewa. There are trails to the Blue Lake and the Green Lake.
