Lake Okareka Tours

Photo by YoungAdventuress
Photo by YoungAdventuress
If you need to take a break from the rigors of sightseeing, find a shady patch to sit at Lake Okareka. Bring a few snacks or a good book ... This is your time to chill!

This body of water is located in Rotorua. If you're vacationing on a budget, you'll be pleased to know admission is free. When you've finished exploring Lake Okareka, head for other attractions in the area. Lake Tarawera, Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest will keep you busy.

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Hygate Motor Lodge

Hygate Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
Whitiora
per person
Sep 4 - Sep 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Diego (SAN) to Hamilton (HLZ)
8.4/10 Very Good! (479 reviews)
Very tidy and large rooms service daily and good TV channels

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2025

The Clements Hotel

The Clements Hotel

3.5 out of 5
per person
Sep 4 - Sep 6
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Diego (SAN) to Hamilton (HLZ)
No reviews
Central Lake Hamilton

Central Lake Hamilton

3.5 out of 5
Hamilton Lake
per person
Sep 18 - Sep 22
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Salt Lake City (SLC) to Hamilton (HLZ)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
The lake is right across the road from the residency. The house itself is neat and clean. There is also a well equipped kitchen. We were traveling in a group of six and we like to cook so it is perfect for us. The location is great. It's a pity that we didn't really have time to walk around but we did manage to take a walk along the walkway around the lake.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Redwood Forest , Blue Springs & Huka Falls Day Tour from Auckland

Redwood Forest , Blue Springs & Huka Falls Day Tour from Auckland

Activity duration is 13 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $539 per adult*
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Adventure & outdoor

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Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide

Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $72 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Rotorua Day Trip From Auckland To Visit Te Puia Pohutu Geysers

Rotorua Day Trip From Auckland To Visit Te Puia Pohutu Geysers

Activity duration is 9 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $389 per traveler*
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Water activities

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Glow Worm Kayak Tour

Glow Worm Kayak Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $113 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Kaituna River Rafting Grade 5

Kaituna River Rafting Grade 5

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $83 per adult
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Lake Tikitapu featuring landscape views and a lake or waterhole

Lake Tikitapu

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Explore one of the region’s most beautiful lakes and relax on the beach beside the sparkling water.

Lake Tikitapu
Buried Village featuring heritage elements and a garden

Buried Village

Entombed by the eruption of a brutal volcano, this historic village has been perfectly preserved for more than 100 years.

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Lake Tarawera showing swimming and a beach as well as a small group of people

Lake Tarawera

5/5(20 reviews)

Fish for rainbow trout, swim at a beach with hot spring water and hike to waterfalls set amid majestic scenery at this vast, intense-blue lake.

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Lake Rotokakahi featuring a lake or waterhole

Lake Rotokakahi

With stunning views and a serene atmosphere, it is easy to understand why this lake is regarded as sacred by the local Maori.

Lake Rotokakahi
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest featuring forests

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

4.5/5(49 reviews)

Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Amazing sight, the hot springs in this traditional Maori village. Very smelly!

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

5/5(20 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Rotorua with a trip to Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Best Lodging Options Near Lake Okareka

Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake.
Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake.
Lake Okareka
Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake.
Chalet Near The Lake - Lake Okareka Sleeps 12
Chalet Near The Lake - Lake Okareka Sleeps 12
Lake Okareka
Chalet Near The Lake - Lake Okareka Sleeps 12
Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake
Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake
Lake Okareka
Charming Holiday Hideaway near the Lake
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