Rotorua Buggy Tour

4.5
(1033 Reviews)

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Duration: 1 hour
English
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Experience Highlights

Experience an off-road adventure in the heart of New Zealand's wilderness with this exciting buggy tour of Rotorua. Drive a private two-seater 4WD vehicle through centuries-old forest trails and up to one of the region's highest lookout points for breathtaking panoramic views.

The tour begins with a safety briefing and a short practice session, after which you'll take the wheel to drive along rugged roads in a forested environment. The tour departs from the outskirts of Rotorua, just 10 minutes drive from the city centre.

The activity is conducted in English, includes all necessary safety equipment and is suitable for any traveller with a driver's licence (minimum: New Zealand restricted licence).

  • Drive your own 4WD buggy in a stunning natural environment.
  • Explore forest trails with over 100 years of history.
  • Enjoy spectacular viewpoints overlooking Rotorua's lakes.

What’s included

  • Guided 4x4 buggy tour (two-seater vehicle)
  • Safety equipment (helmets and protection)
  • Driving briefing
  • Professional guide throughout the tour

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Step by Step

This guided buggy tour is the ideal choice for those looking for a dose of adrenaline and nature in Rotorua. For approximately one hour, you'll experience an off-road adventure through lush forests and along rugged trails that culminate at a scenic viewpoint.

After meeting your guide at the meeting point on the outskirts of town, you will receive a full safety and driving course, be given the necessary equipment and be prepared to take control of the buggy. The first section you will drive with the guide at the wheel, but soon it will be your turn to drive the vehicle on your own.

The road winds through centuries-old forests, used for decades for forestry, guaranteeing an experience full of history and unique landscapes. Along the way, stops are made at various scenic viewpoints overlooking Rotorua's lakes and surrounding valleys.

Whether in the morning or afternoon, the different timetables available allow you to tailor the experience to suit your Rotorua travel plans.

Reviews

4.5
· 1033 Reviews
  • R
    R.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    I loved the adrenaline of the buggy ride, it really makes you feel alive. The scenery in Rotorua is breathtaking, I would do it again without hesitation!
  • T
    T.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    A thrilling and adrenaline-filled experience. The scenery is breathtaking and the buggy ride is an unforgettable adventure.
  • F
    F.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    A brutal experience! Rotorua never disappoints, especially in a buggy.
  • A
    A.
    4
    (0 Reviews)
    The buggy tour was an exciting way to explore Rotorua, but the length of the tour was a little too short for my liking.
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