NEWZEALAND / POI 70

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Geothermal Spectacle
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, located near Rotorua, New Zealand, is one of the country’s most spectacular geothermal attractions. Renowned for its vibrant colors and surreal landscapes, this geothermal park offers visitors an otherworldly experience.
Highlights include the Champagne Pool, a steaming hot spring with striking orange and green hues, and the Artist’s Palette, a kaleidoscope of colors caused by mineral deposits. The daily eruption of the Lady Knox Geyser is another must-see feature. Visitors can explore well-marked trails that wind through bubbling mud pools, steaming vents, and sulfuric craters, providing a captivating glimpse into the geothermal activity beneath New Zealand’s surface.
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