Latitude: 38°21’21″S Longitude: 176°22’03″E No the pool isn’t filled with your favorite sparkling bubbly but it sure looks like it is; and the spectacle is fabulous. The famous Champagne Pool is located in New Zealand in the Waiotapu geothermal area in the North Island. Let’s see what makes this geological wonder so famous amongst tourists and naturalists alike – Why should you visit Waiotapu – Champagne Pool : Just to gaze at is wonder. The natural hot spring was formed 900 hundred years ago and is sculpted out of volcanic activity. Another reason why travelers flock to the place is because of the colors. In fact this is exactly why the springs are considered to be one of the most diverse geothermal sites in New Zealand. Don’t expect to find any landscape that you might have ever seen before and the key to that is what lies below the surface. Best Things to Do in Waiotapu – Champagne Pool : One of the best parts about visiting the place is the clearly defined tracks that provide visitors handy walkways. You can enjoy the diversity and richness of the area by taking any one of them. Each would take you on treks that last about 30 to 75 minutes. But the unique volcanic vistas that will come across your way are well worth it. A visit to Waiotapu will also not be complete without visiting the mud pools that it is famous for. The site was the result of a large volcano that was destroyed through erosion during the 1920’s. The result is seemingly erupting mud that is a delight to behold. Just don’t get too close. You do not want to be scalded with scorching mud and ruin the rest of your trip. Best Times to Visit Waiotapu – Champagne Pool : You can choose to visit the place at peak tourist season during the summer or spring. However you can also choose to visit the Champagne Pool in the winter especially if you want to avoid the crowds. In fact, visiting the area will also help you make the most of the hot springs as well. However, if you absolutely have to visit the place during the summer months its best that you squeeze in some extra travelling time during your travel plans. Also remember that certain popular attractions like the Lady Knox Geyser only “perform” during certain hours of the day. Also make sure that you dress for the weather, bring sunscreen and hats and your own drinking water. Of course, the Champagne Pool isn’t the only attraction. You can also visit the Lady Knox Geyser nearby which is located within a 3 minute drive from the Visitor Centre. You can do so by purchasing a ticket at the Visitor Center. Just make sure that you choose a suitable route for your trek especially if you happen to have a disability or are travelling with someone who does. Waiotapu – Champagne Pool Neighborhoods & Towns : The pool is located 20 miles southeast of Rotoru and about 50km northeast of Taupo. Other Major attractions in Waiotapu are : Waiotapu – Champagne Pool facts : The water bubbles much like a bubbly glass of champagne from which it gets its name. But before you take a dip, you might like to know it’s hot — over 160 °F and the colors, well . . . some of them come from arsenic and sulfide deposits. It was formed by a hydrothermal eruption 900 years ago. It’s in a crater with a diameter of about 213 feet; the geothermal pool is 230 feet deep. These sacred waters are the most colorful geothermal area in the New Zealand. It’s known as the Champagne Pool at the Artist’s Palette at the Wai-o-tapu Thermal Wonderland. We love these pics! Please take a look on Waiotapu Photos tab below. Waiotapu Hints & Tips for Visitors Summary : Each criteria has 25% influence in the final Waiotapu - Champagne Pool review summary
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The Champagne Pool – Waiotapu – New Zealand
Location: 201 Waiotapu Loop Road RD 3, Rotorua 3073, New Zealand
Cool place! I’ll not miss it when I’ll go to New Zeland.