I live on Lake Rotoiti and Okere Falls is just a few kms away. The falls are spectacular and they are a magnet for kayakers and white water rafting. There’s a great walk down to the Tutea Falls where you can watch the kayakers and rafters. And at the Trout Pools, you can try your luck fly fishing in season.

While you’re here, check out the Okere Falls Zipline! It’s a new addition to the local scene - you fly right over the world famous falls - it’s an amazing experience, well worth trying!

Check them out here

https://www.rotoruaziplines.nz/

And after all the excitement, stop at the Okere Falls Store and Craft Beer Garden - they serve coffee too!

https://okerefallsstore.co.nz/

There are so many great places to eat in Rotorua.

If you’re visiting the Redwood Forest https://redwoods.co.nz/ check out Eastwood https://eastwood.cafe/ - it’s in an amazing building and the food’s good too!

My favourite local restaurant is Urbano - really great food and they cater well to my partner who is gluten & dairy free.

https://www.urbanobistro.co.nz/

If you’re after Mexican, Eduardo Diaz at El Mexicano Zapata Express serves the best food - check him out here -

https://www.elmexicanoexpress.co.nz/

QE Health is an historic place to visit. It’s been in existence since 1942 when it was a convalescent hospital for returning soldiers. It’s a great place to get a really good massage or to have a soak in the mineral pools.

Check them out here https://www.qehealth.co.nz/

Rotorua has so many fantastic things to do.

You must visit the Redwood Forest for a walk amongst the giant redwoods!

https://redwoods.co.nz/

And try the amazing Tree Walk - you’re high up in the air walking amongst the trees! Awesome!

https://www.treewalk.co.nz/

You can’t miss a gondola ride up to Skyline then a luge down the hill!

https://www.skyline.co.nz/en/rotorua/

While you’re there, try the Stratosphere Restaurant - the best buffet around!

Amazing views (especially at night) and great food!

https://www.skyline.co.nz/en/rotorua/dining/