Things to do in Te Pa Tu - The Gathering Place

very educational and informative. it was a multi-part experience that lasted beyond 9pm. food was good too! so happy to finally have food that isn't dry eg fish n chips.

took my partner to Hobbiton for our wedding anniversary & it was an amazing experience. You have a private tour guide once you hop on the bus going to the set and you get to go inside the Baggin’s house. Also, 1 free drink at the Green Dragon Inn after the tour. We chose this combo cuz I want to see cultural dance (extra fee) and after the show you’ll have a private guide to walk you around. I recommend to continue walking the long way back after seeing the largest geyser. You’ll find a hidden gem. It was a 10hrs trip but you won’t get bored when you head back to the van cuz Liam interacts with everyone, there’s bottled water if you’re thirsty, he’s got protein bars and chips to snack. He did a servo stop aswell when we requested. As a person who works in tourism and does the same job as him, his service is 10/10 he even recommend a dinner place for me & my partner and even drop us to the resto! So thank you Liam 🫶🏻

it was fun activity after a hike. the hot water soothes the body ache from the hike. the pools and shower area are clean. the staff are nice and helpful.

Absolutely loved the Hobbiton Movie Set Tour—it truly felt like stepping into Middle-earth! The scenery was breathtaking, the guides were knowledgeable and entertaining, and every little detail of the set was beautifully preserved. The stories behind the filming locations made it even more special. The bus ride from The Shire’s Rest was smooth and well-organized, and the complimentary drink at The Green Dragon Inn was such a perfect ending to the tour. Highly recommended for both fans of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, or anyone who enjoys nature and storytelling. Definitely worth it—a must-do in New Zealand! 💚

The tour guide was great – humorous, engaging, and really went above and beyond. Paired with the beautiful weather and scenery of Rotorua, the whole experience was wonderful.

This two-hour-long treetop adventure is amazing! The ropes and suspension bridges are fantastic. Get a unique daytime view of the Redwood Forest. Highly recommended for those who aren't afraid of heights!

a 100% would recommend this tour. our guide was knowledgable and the whole excursion was enjoyable.

the tour is wonderful and Jason is a super nice guy and take care of us for everything ! Super recommended.