Waimangu Volcanic Rift Valley, Geothermal valley in Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand
The Waimangu Valley contains Frying Pan Lake, the largest hot spring in the world, alongside numerous steaming craters and mineral formations.
Mount Tarawera's volcanic eruption on June 10, 1886, created this hydrothermal system, destroying all existing vegetation and depositing 20 meters of mud.
The name Waimangu originates from Māori language, meaning black water, referencing the dark mud and rocks ejected from the original geyser.
The valley offers guided walks, boat tours on Lake Rotomahana, and self-guided hiking trails with prices starting from 55 New Zealand dollars.
Waimangu stands as the only geothermal system in recorded history formed within the past 5000 years following a volcanic eruption.
Location: Bay of Plenty Region
GPS coordinates: -38.28250,176.39900
Latest update: March 7, 2025 18:47
Mount Tarawera
11.8 km
Whakarewarewa
18.3 km
Waimangu Geyser
125 m
Pohutu Geyser
18.3 km
Lady Knox Geyser
7.8 km
Putauaki
35.7 km
Rotorua Museum
20.4 km
Government Gardens
20.5 km
Tarawera Falls
17 km
Aratiatia Rapids
43.6 km
Blue Baths
20.4 km
Lake Rotokawau
23.4 km
Okataina caldera
20.5 km
Kerosene Creek Waterfall
6 km
Lake Ātiamuri
34.5 km
Te Hāhi o te Whakapono / St Faith's Anglican Church Ohinemutu
21.7 km
Tutea Falls
30.5 km
Okataina
20.1 km
Okere Falls
30.3 km
Kakahi Falls
24.8 km
Agrodome
28.5 km
Āniwaniwa Falls
34.4 km
Kusabs House
18.5 km
Rainbow Mountain Scenic Reserve
4.3 km
Hinehopu Scenic Reserve
28.9 km
Waiotapu Scenic Reserve
9 km
Hell's gate
24.5 kmReviews
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