Sometimes there is nothing better than a weekend away with your other half. New scenery, sleep-ins, exciting things to do and making new memories together are all great reasons to escape for a romantic weekend away. We have put together some romantic things to do in Rotorua. It’s the ultimate itinerary for a weekend of romance in Rotorua:
Romantic things to do in Rotorua – A weekend getaway:
Friday: Solitaire Lodge
Saturday: Rotorua Canopy Tours, Okere Falls, Stratosphere Restaurant
Sunday: Pure Cruise, Helicopter flight to Mt. Tarawera, Eat Streat
Friday: Solitaire Lodge
Arrive into Rotorua on Friday afternoon and check into Solitaire Lodge. This luxury lodge will set the pace of your weekend getaway.
Located on a private peninsula overlooking Lake Tarawera, Solitaire Lodge is the perfect spot for a bit of romance. Spend the afternoon enjoying complimentary pre-dinner drinks and canapés before your 5 course dinner prepared by top chiefs. Then head back to your room for a romantic soak in the outdoor bath and take in the panoramic lake views – simply stunning!
Saturday: Rotorua Canopy Tours, Okere Falls, Stratosphere Restaurant
AM: Enjoy a full country breakfast before leaving Solitaire Lodge and getting into a day of activities. First on the list of romantic things to do in Rotorua is Rotorua Canopy Tours. Explore an emerald-green native forest via a network of swing bridges, ziplines and trails. You’ll conquer any fear of heights, bonding over experiencing such a unique tree top activity together.
PM: Around midday you can head back to the lodge for a light lunch or head to Okere Falls Store. The Store is located just before the turnoff for Okere Falls itself. A quirky, authentic store and restaurant, enjoy a gourmet hot dog and a beer for lunch before heading to Okere Falls itself. Don’t forget your camera when you embark on one of the many short walks in the area – see if you can spot people rafting down the river; and enjoy a stroll in the fresh air amongst the native ferns.
Evening: If you are looking for an alturnitave to dinner at the Lodge we have another world class experience for you. Tonight dine high above Rotorua at the gourmet Stratosphere Restaurant atop Mt Ngongotaha. You’ll need to take the gondola to reach the restaurant – an experience in itself.
Sunday: Pure Cruise, Helicopter flight to Mt. Tarawera, Eat Streat
AM : Begin the day with a luxurious morning of sailing on Lake Rotoiti. Jump aboard the yacht Tiua, enjoy the spacious saloon, soak up the views and even take a dip in the natural hot pools on the very edge of the lake (accessible only by boat).
For lunch, head to nearby Eat Street – one of the newest and most modern places to eat in Rotorua. Quality restaurants and a funky pedestrian-only street make this a great place for day time dining.
PM: Another one of our romantic things to do in Rotorua is a helicopter flight with Volcanic Air. Fly to the site of the largest eruption in New Zealand’s living memory. Landing on Mount Tarawera offers views of spectacular craters and domes formed by the 1886 eruption. Scenic flights to and from the volcano take in expansive views of the Rotorua region, not to mention a beautiful view of Mount Tarawera from above!
Did you know that Rotorua is also famous for its enormous groves of Redwood Trees? Don’t leave town without taking a walk through these natural giants. Walk the Redwood Memorial Grove Track, an easy, 30-minute stroll through Californian Redwoods towering 67 metres tall. It’s a great way to reflect on your weekend.
With so many romantic things to do in Rotorua, it’s the perfect place to visit for a romantic weekend getaway – so what are you waiting for?
