Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park
Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park
494 Orakei Korako Road
Taupo
New Zealand
2730
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The hidden valley of Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park. Situated just 25 minutes north of Taupo and 45 minutes south of Rotorua, nestled on the shores of Lake Ohakuri lies 'The Hidden Valley' of Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park. Orakei Korako translated means 'The Place of Adorning'. Wander through a valley of unbelievable colour, of bubbling hot springs, gushing geysers and unimaginable natural beauty preserved by its isolation from the outside world. Scenes from the BBCs Natural History Series 'Walking with Dinosaurs' were filmed at Orakei Korako. Ruatapu Cave, one of only two geothermal Caves known to exist in the world, is an experience not to be missed, 120 feet down, a thermal mirror pool is situated at the bottom. Lonely Planet Travellers Guide writes… 'Orakei Korako is possibly the best thermal area left in New Zealand and one of the finest in the world'.
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