Volcanic Activity Centre
Volcanic Activity Centre
Karetoto Road
Wairakei Park
Taupo
New Zealand
2730
Listing Details
Experience the power of the planet - the Volcanic Activity Centre brings to life the explosive past and present volcanic and geothermal features of the Taupo Volcanic Zone, one of the world's most active volcanic and geothermal landscapes.
Discover the fascinating volcanic and geothermal secrets of the Taupo Volcanic Zone through hands-on interactive displays that make learning both easy and fun for all ages.
EARTHQUAKE SIMULATOR
A true Volcanic Activity Centre favourite, the earthquake simulator knocks out a mighty earthquake of a magnitude equivalent to 6.3 on the Richter Scale. Take a seat, hit the button and hang on while the earth trembles and shakes.
FILM THEATRE
Spectacular film footage of the 1995 Mount Ruapehu eruption in all its glory, including exclusive footage of our recently produced film entitled 'Lahar 07' based on the breach of the Mount Ruapehu crater lake in March 2007.
COMPUTERISED SIMULATORS
Create and simulate your very own earthquake or volcanic eruption using our fun touch-screen computer displays.
LIVE SEISMOGRAPH LINK
Check out current seismic activity on our live seismograph. At the push of a button, the seismograph will show you current, of the minute earth tremors on Mount Ruapehu, Mount Edgecumbe or White Island.
GEYSER
The geyser model will show you what is happening both above and below the ground. Wait for the build-up of pressure and watch it spurt every few minutes.
TORNADO
Control the tornado machine to create a twister of your very own design.
GEOLOGY SHOP
Volcanic shopping for rock hounds, bookworms, souvenir hunters and those with a sweet tooth.
Open 7 days.
Phone: 07 374 8375
Free Phone: 0800 ERUPTION
Fax: 07 374 8370