Discover Orakei Korako: New Zealand’s Geothermal Wonderland

Orakei Korako is a natural marvel right here in New Zealand, showcasing four stunning silica terraces: The Emerald Terrace, The Rainbow, The Cascade, and The Golden Fleece. The Emerald Terrace, the lowest of the terraces, receives up to 20 million liters of silica-enriched water daily, creating its vibrant, colorful display.

While many visitors are drawn to the geysers and terraces, the true gem is The Raputu Cave (Sacred Hole), one of only two known geothermal field caves in the world. The "Raupatu" descends more than 35 meters to The Pool of Mirrors (Waiwhakaata), where you can admire perfectly clear, warm acid water.

Your visit will also include spectacular views of active mud pools and geysers.

Directions:

• From Taupo: Drive north on State Highway 1 towards Hamilton. The turnoff to Orakei Korako is 14 km from the State Highways 1 and 5 junction at Wairakei. Turn right onto Tutukau Rd, travel 9 km, then turn left onto Orakei Korako Rd. Continue for 5 km to the end of the road. Approximate driving time is 25 minutes.
• From Rotorua: Allow about 45 minutes for the drive.

Access to Orakei Korako is by boat. The average sightseeing time is about 1 hour. The tour is self-guided, and boats operate on demand rather than on a set timetable.

Address: 494 Orakeikorako Road, Reporoa

Explore Orakei Korako and immerse yourself in New Zealand's geothermal wonders! Korako is one of natures wonders and it's right here in New Zealand. 

Featuring  4  beautiful silica terraces. The Emerald Terrace, The Rainbow, The Cascade and The Golden Fleece. The Emerald Terrace is the lowest and up to 20m litres of silica enriched water flows over it each and every day which produces all the vibrant colours.

For many visitors it is not the geysers and terraces they come to see, but The Raputu Cave (Sacred Hole) which is one of only 2 known caves in the world that exist in geothermal fields. The “Raupatu” extends down more than 35m to The Pool of  Mirrors (Waiwhakaata) which contains perfectly clear warm acid water. 

Further to this your day will be spent enjoying the sights of active  mud pools and geysers. 

Directions…..

If driving from Taupo, head north on State Highway 1in the direction of Hamilton. The turnoff to Orakei Korako is 14kms from the junction of State Highways 1 and 5 at Wairakei. Turn right on to Tutukau Rd, travel 9kms then turn left onto Orakei Korako Rd, travel 5kms to the end of the road. Approximate driving time from Taupo is 25 minutes. If coming from Rotorua allow about 45 minutes

Access to Orakei Korako is by boat. Average sightseeing time is about 1 hour. The tour is self-guided, boats do not run to a timetable, but on demand.

494 Orakeikorako Road, Reporoa,