PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS BY LOCATION OF RWC 2011 GAME ROTORUA ROTORUA INTERNATIONAL STADIUM Sept 10 th, 15 th, 26 th 2011

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1 PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS BY LOCATION OF RWC 2011 GAME ROTORUA ROTORUA INTERNATIONAL STADIUM Sept 10 th, 15 th, 26 th 2011 Rotorua sits squarely on the Pacific Ring of Fire, so volcanic activity is part of the city s past and present. The city is also the tribal home of the Te Arawa people, who settled in lakeside geothermal areas more than 600 years ago. Entertaining in any weather, and at any time of the year, Rotorua captivates with geothermal phenomena and special cultural experiences. Geysers, boiling mud pools, marae stays, hangi feasts, an authentic pre-european Maori village and indulgent spa therapies will keep your clients busy. Rotorua also has a well-developed adventure culture everything from sky diving to zorbing. Te Puia Rainbow Springs For over 45 years, Te Puia has welcomed visitors to their unique geothermal location. Here, visitors can hear stories, see demonstrations, and enjoy the unique culture of the Te Arawa people. They can also experience first hand the wonders of Māori arts and crafts. Te Puia is home to the National Carving and Weaving schools and the world famous Whakarewarewa guides. This geothermal valley is a special place, home to Te Arawa people for generations. The environment is of enormous geological significance, with thermal activity ranging from boiling muds to the world-famous 30-metre (100-foot) Pohutu geyser, erupting up to 20 times each day. Hot springs, boiling sulphurous pools, silica terraces and bubbling mud pools are among the natural wonders. Te Puia also offers a fine dining and cultural performance show, Te Po. Native bush, ferns, trees and plants grow and flower all around the tree lined pathways at Rainbow Springs Nature Park in Rotorua. Guests can enjoy the tranquillity of the crystal clear mineral water that flows tirelessly from the subterranean springs throughout the park, and marvel at the magnificent specimens of Rainbow, Brown and Tiger trout they ll be able to see and feed. Kiwi Encounter The Attraction Kiwi Encounter provides an opportunity for visitors to see conservation in action. Visitors have the unique chance to see where specialised husbandry staff carrying out incubation, hatching and raising of kiwi chicks for release back into the wild. The guided tour includes a modern, open plan nocturnal area (home to captive kiwi) and predator proof outdoor enclosures. Comprehensive and dynamic visual displays help to create an understanding of the complexities of New Zealand s national icon, their current plight in the wild in New Zealand and conservation efforts to preserve them. Rotorua Duck Tours Rotorua Duck Tours specialize in introducing Rotorua s rich history and viewing some of its spectacular scenery. The fun begins as soon as guests board one of the amazing WW2 landing crafts and meet the legendary conductor. Guests can choose from a 90 minute scheduled city and lakes tour or the new Tarawera Lakes Tour encompassing 3 Rotorua lakes. Tours feature splashdown at each lake.

2 Mitai - Mitai Beauty By Night An evening at Mitai will give your clients an authentic introduction to Maori culture leaving them amazed and in awe. Set in a natural bush setting, guests can see warriors in traditional dress paddle an ancient warrior canoe (waka) down the Wai-o-whiro stream, and also have the only opportunity in the Rotorua area to see glow worms in their natural habitat, and to discover sacred Fairy Spring, with crystal clear water full of eels and trout. Part of the experience is to see the traditionally cooked hangi meal being lifted from the ground, and learning about Maori life, carvings and ta moko (tattoo art) during an exciting cultural performance. Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland Polynesian Spa A truly relaxing experience offering the ultimate in spa therapies at one of New Zealand s oldest day spas. In a stunning and tranquil setting overlooking Lake Rotorua, guests enjoy a wonderful fusion of relaxing hot mineral spring pool bathing, sumptuous spa and massage therapies and picturesque lake views. Geothermally heated water from two mineral springs flows into the 26 thermal pools at Polynesian Spa, and the health and relaxation properties of this unique water has kept people coming back to Poly Spa for over 100 years. Rafting the Kaituna River This stunning centre of geothermal activity is located 27 kilometres (20 minutes drive) south of Rotorua on SH5, as is one of New Zealand s most colourful natural volcanic environments. Guests can take a self guided walk to see the unique landscapes, including the world famous Champagne Pool, geysers, bubbling mud, steaming ground, expansive vistas, huge volcanic craters and sinter terrace formations. The natural bush setting adds another dimension to the experience as does the guaranteed daily eruption of the Lady Knox Geyser at 10.15am. 5 Rafting companies operate on the legendary piece of the Kaituna River known for its heart pumping waterfalls and stunning natural scenery. Only 15 minutes drive from Rotorua the journey begins as Lake Rotoiti drains into the Kaituna River. The most famous feature of the trip is the 7 metre high Tutea Falls the highest commercially rafted waterfall in the world. No experience is required and guests are in safe hands with the experienced and safety-conscious guides. Helipro With over 23 years experience in the New Zealand helicopter industry, HELiPRO offers fascinating scenic flights, combination packages, heliski options and weekend getaways. Located at Te Puia, Agrodome Park and Skyline Skyrides, HELiPRO offers exciting and innovative flight and combo options featuring local volcanoes, thermal activity and stunning lakes.

3 HELiPRO s exclusive landing concession for Mount Tarawera allow access to Rotorua s most remarkable landmark, and they can also provide flights and walking tours of New Zealand s only active marine volcano, White Island. Combination tours include Fishing, Rafting, Lake Cruises, 4 Wheel Driving, Jet Boating and even Bungy jumping for the more adventurous. Volcanic Air Safaris Volcanic Air Safaris is conveniently located at the Rotorua City Lakefront on the shores of Lake Rotorua, and offer an extensive range of scenic helicopter flights and scenic floatplane air tours. The main aim of the scenic flights is to showcase the many crater lakes, volcanic and geothermal landscapes of the region Rotorua and Bay of Plenty. Experiences can include landing on the crater of New Zealand s most active volcano White Island, or viewing the destruction caused by the dramatic 1886 eruption of Mt. Tarawera volcano with a landing in Rotorua s hottest geothermal park Hells Gate. Agrodome Agrodome offers visitors a fun, interactive and really hands-on experience with Kiwi farming and the opportunity to meet the animals, including goats, cattle, deer, alpacas and ostriches, and take part in the famous Agrodome Sheep Show. This live sheep show includes a display of New Zealand s 19 most popular sheep breeds, working sheep dogs, sheep shearing and cow milking. There s also a chance to feed baby lambs and take part in a New Zealand sheep auction. Agrodome is also a magnet for thrill-seekers, with many adrenalin-pumping activities including Bungy Jumping, the legendary Zorb, the wicked Swoop, Freefall Xtreme body flying, Agrojet, Shweeb rides, and more. After an exhaustingly fun-filled day, guests can enjoy a bite to eat at the Cafe, or browse the gift shop for quality Kiwi-made gifts, souvenirs and designer products. Skyline Skyrides Set on the side of Mt Ngongataha, guests can experience the most spectacular views in Rotorua on the eight seater gondola and relax in the Cableway restaurant. Skyline skyrides consist of a fun-filled gravity luge ride on a three wheeled cart using a unique steering and braking system, providing the rider with full control. With three luge tracks of varying terrain ranging from the scenic track to the advanced track, the luge is a fun filled family activity. Whakarewarewa Set amidst a landscape of erupting geothermal activity, hot thermal springs and hot bubbling mud pools is the Living Maori village of Whakarewarewa situated in Rotorua, the heart of the North Island. A perfect place to discover the unique lifestyle and traditions of the Te Arawa people. Guests can join a guided tour and see the wonders of Mother Nature and learn how the people of Whakarewarewa have come to live in harmony within this unique environment. Rotorua Museum The place to discover the essence of Rotorua: its people, culture and volcanic landscape and uncover the great stories that have shaped the past and present of this fascinating region. Located in the historic Bath House building, Rotorua Museum s innovative exhibitions and dramatic cinema experiences capture the imagination of all ages.

4 The history of Rotorua spa culture, the eruption of Mt Tarawera, the treasures of Te Arawa and the moving story of 28 Maori Battalion - the regions greatest stories set the scene for your clients Rotorua adventure. Waimangu Volcanic Valley There are amazing Geothermal features to discover in the World s Newest Geothermal System, including the awesome Frying Pan Lake - the World's largest hot spring. Guests can also see mysterious blue Inferno Crater Lake which regularly rises and falls, and walk through beautiful native forests. Alternatively, they can relax on a Rotomahana Boat cruise and see beautiful hot springs that can only be seen from the boat. This is an unspoilt Scenic Reserve and Wildlife Refuge and Multi Eco Tourism award winner. Off Road NZ If your clients are looking for pulse racing, adrenaline pumping adventure you ve found it! Off Road NZ offers an extensive range of off road vehicle based adventures for individuals, couples, families, groups and thrill seekers of any kind. Whether they have a go at driving a 4WD, racing a sprint car or riding a Monster 4x4, they will be excited, challenged and enthralled. Complimentary shuttle available from Rotorua city, bookings essential and subject to availability. Located 20 minutes north of Rotorua off SH5. Open 7 Days, wet or fine. Opening late Australasia's highest rated Kart Track! Riverjet New Zealand Riverjet offers a unique combination of jet-boating, geothermal, nature and hot swim. Guests can choose to combine their scenic but exhilarating jet boating experience with a trip to Orakei Korako Geothermal reserve with the Thermal Safari or a canyon walk to bathe in the natural hot pools with The Squeeze. This experience will see guests disembark into a waist-deep hot water stream (36 degrees) and begin squeezing through the gaps in the rock, 30 metres long and 3 10 metres high. They then emerge in a native bush clad stream and walk to a waterfall and deep natural hot spring. Hell s Gate Considered to be the most active of the Rotorua thermal areas, Hell's Gates has the largest active mud volcano in the southern hemisphere as well as the only hot waterfall. This reserve is of great importance to the Ngati Rangiteaorere tribe, who have lived in this area for more than 700 years. All the guides at Hell's Gates are of Te Arawa descent. The geothermal park is just half of the complex, with the other being New Zealand s famous Wai Ora Spa, complete with full geothermal mud baths, mineral spas which make skin healthier, softer and smoother. Wai Ora Spa is also the only place where guests can experience the Mirimiri style massage, a relaxation massage, which focus not only on physical, but also mental and spiritual relaxation. Tamaki Maori Village A 3.5 hour evening encounter led by a storyteller. Guests can share in ancient ceremonies of welcome and farewell and experience the lifestyles and warrior traditions of pre-european times. Journey of Ages tells the story of Uitara IV's campaign for a place within a rebel warrior cult, destined to change Aotearoa forever. The evening culminates in a traditional farewell feast of earth-cooked hangi, as Uitara prepares to leave with his new found leader.

5 An amazing re-enactment, based on actual events with real characters, authentic arts, crafts and powerful song and dance. Paradise Valley Springs Wildlife Park Rotorua's Must See Trout & Wildlife Park. Superbly maintained natural setting home to an array of New Zealand's Wildlife, Rainbow and Brown Trout, Friendly Farm Animals, New Zealand Birdlife and Huge Native Eels. Underwater viewing cave with Trout, walk-through Bird aviary and more. Elevated Rainforest Canopy Walkway through mature New Zealand bush. Guests can even drink straight from the freshwater Spring, source of 'Paradise Pure' bottled water. Also a pride of African Lions, with feeding at 2.30pm daily and occassionally Lion Cubs for patting, may be visited in a seperate area for no extra charge. All weather attraction. Open every day from 8am. Kawarau Jetboat Kawarau Jet is based on the shores of the scenic Lake Rotorua, which is just 5 minutes walk from the CBD and has a great range of options to choose from. They offer trips ranging from 30 minutes to 2.5 hours. Guests can soak in the little known Manupirua Hot Pools, only accessible by boat. On a guided tour of Ohinemutu guests will learn the history of Rotorua and about the first people to arrive in this special place. All trips offer the excitement of speed, spins and adrenaline that Kawarau Jet is renowned for. Open 365 days a year Kawarau Jet caters to all ages.