Craters of the Moon

Craters of the Moon: Steam Vents & Martian Mud Pools in Taupo

Ditch the expensive thermal parks and head here for an eerie, alien landscape that actually feels like Mars. Spend about an hour hiking the wooden boardwalks past bubbling mud pots and massive steam vents. Wear decent sneakers—it gets dusty and humid quickly. Go on an overcast day to make the steam look even more aggressive. Don't waste money on fancy souvenirs; just enjoy the raw, volcanic heat radiating off the jagged earth beneath your boots.

Address: 171 Karapiti Road, Wairakei, Taupo, Waikato, 3377

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