Mount Tarawera is a volcano on the North Island of New Zealand within the older but volcanically productive Ōkataina Caldera. Located 24 kilometres southeast of Rotorua, it consists of a series of rhyolitic lava domes that were fissured down the …

Gaze in awe at Mount Tarawera from the shores of the beautiful lake that lies in front of it. Imagine the frightening night of June 10, 1886, when the mountain's summit split open in a violent eruption.

The 1886 eruption of Mount Tarawera was a violent volcanic eruption that occurred in the early hours of 10 June 1886 at Mount Tarawera, near Rotorua on New Zealand's North Island.

2019年10月28日 · Mount Tarawera is a volcano on the outskirts of Rotorua. It last erupted in a faithful June-night in 1886 with a massive blast that killed over 120 people, sunk the then-famous Pink and White Terraces and completely re-shaped the surrounding landscape (it also formed the Waimangu Volcanic Valley, a geothermal park).

2015年6月10日 · A 17-km-long rift split Mt Tarawera and extended as far south as Waimangu. The eruption covered land with millions of tonnes of ash and debris, transformed lakes, and flattened bush. It was over by dawn, though ash made day as dark as night.

Two guided walking experiences – a half-day and a full-day tour – encompass the unique landscape and history of the area. With unmatched scenic vistas and 360-degree views, this experience is ideal for nearly all ages and includes an optional scree run …

across the mountain top of Tarawera, through Lake Rotomahana and into the Waimangu Valley area. • The world famous Pink and White Terraces were destroyed. •More than 100 people were killed in villages near the mountain. •The eruption was heard as far away as Blenheim and ash affected the atmosphere as far south as Christchurch.

Over many generations they buried their dead on the slopes of their sacred Tarawera maunga (mountain). Sometimes Rūaumoko (ancestral god of earthquakes) groaned deep within the earth, causing the ground to shake, and reminding people of the volcanic power below.

Start your day with a fully guided walking tour of Mt. Tarawera, where you’ll explore the dramatic volcanic crater and take in breathtaking 360° panoramic views. Your guide will share stories of the mountain’s cultural and spiritual significance to local Māori iwi (tribes), making this journey as enriching as it is scenic.

Discover lakeside hiking trails through regenerating native bush, hike to the 65-metre high Tarawera Falls, and relax in natural lakeside hot pools. Come and experience the stunning landscapes of Tarawera and uncover the stories of this special place in our history.