We drove from Wellington to Rotorua via Hastings, Napier and Taupo. The weather was not the best but at least we got some sunshine in Rotorua. Rotorua was a bit of a tourist trap but the natural wonders of the mud, lakes and giant redwood trees made up for that. Next stop Dargaville, Kaitaia and Cape Reinga.
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Rotorua
Another mud pool.
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Rotorua
Another New Zealander with a sense of humour.
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Blue and Green Lakes
These lakes are just outside Rotorua. They are fascinating as they are...
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Green Lake
This lake is private and protected.
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Green Lake
Looking South.
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Blue Lake
The lake was not very blue as it was overcast. You can swim and boat in this...
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Blue and Green Lakes
This carved tree stump is between the lakes at the top of the hill. It...
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Whakarewarewa Forest
in 1900, this area of land was bare. In 1901, they planted thousands of...
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Whakarewarewa Forest
Clear water pools in the forest.
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Whakarewarewa Forest
Boardwalks are placed at strategic points along the many walks in the park.
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Whakarewarewa Forest
Crystal clear water surrounded by sulphur.
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Whakarewarewa Forest
Same pool, different angle.
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Whakarewarewa Forest
The forest also has many large tree ferns in it.
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Whakarewarewa Forest
The end of one of the many delightful walks in "The Redwoods".
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Rotorua Museum
An impressive site on a relatively fine day.
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Rotorua Museum
This statue is next to the museum.
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Rotorua Museum
This Totem Pole is also next to the museum. It is not a native of New Zealand...
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Rotorua Museum
The pigeon on the statue next to the museum shows little respect for the...
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Lake Rotorua
Even at the edge of the lake, you come across more mud pools!
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Lake Rotorua
The lake has a bluish tinge as do many New Zealand lakes.
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