Did you know there are 100 thermal hot pools around New Zealand? Around 35 of those are commercial and around 60 are all natural, non-commercial hot pools. For a complete list, go to http://www.nzhotpools.co.nz/hot-pools.Thermal pools are one of New Zealand's great side-trips, so if you're campervanning around NZ, make sure you unwind at one. And if you're looking for a steaming hot deal on New Zealand Campervan hire go to http://campervanhiresalefinder.co.nz.
The video below features Wakite Valley Thermal Pools www.hotpools.co.nz, which is around 25 minutes south of Rotorua, off State Highway 5. The pools tap into the ‘Living Waters’ of Te Manaroa Spring, the largest single source of 100% pure boiling water in New Zealand.
There's a main splash pool (35-38C), an adjoining toddlers' beach area and a sit and soak pool (38-40C) as well as a tranquil garden pool. From the private spas, you can control the temperature of your own pool and take in native bush views.
There's also an Eco-Trail -- an educational walk taking you to Te Manaroa Spring. Along the way you will learn about ferns and mosses that are unique to a few select geothermal areas in the southern Rotorua area.
All this plus a cafe and, importantly, a 20 site campground with shower, laundry & kitchen facilities. And yes, there are powered sites available.
Video: Justin relaxes in a hot pool at Wakite Valley
Remember, for a great deal on campervan hire New Zealand go to http://campervanhiresalefinder.co.nz.
I have been General Manager of Motorhome Republic, the operators of this website, for 4 years and with the company for 6 years starting as a Sales / Account Manager. Previous roles have included account manager and software architect for a web design firm, advertising sales across multiple media and television production. I’ve been lucky enough to go Motorhoming several times in Canada, USA and New Zealand so far and grew up going on caravanning holidays with Mum and Dad. The value and freedom Motorhoming offers are its two main drawcards for me. That and the envy on the other campers’ faces when you pull into a State Park campground with no hook ups in a 31’ Class C with double slide outs, on board generator, side awning, exterior entertainment unit and smoker unit for a 10kg salmon caught earlier that day.
I have been in the Motorhome industry for the best part of 6 years and with Motorhomes Republic for the last 18 months. I previously worked for the largest Motorhome rental company in the world as the New Zealand Sales Account Manager. I’ve traveled the length and width of New Zealand in many different categories of Motorhomes, in fact I don’t think there is a main state highway I haven’t driven. The love I have for Motorhomes is one of freedom and flexibility, doing what I want when I want. If I have a hankering for a cup of coffee in a beautiful scenic spot simply stop boil and enjoy….
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