Monday, August 18, 2014

18 Aug 2014 - Rotorua

Had our breakfast at Kiwi Paka Waitomo backpacker before heading to Rotorua.
Big breakfast cost NZ 17, Mochachino cost NZ 4, choice of tall/ short. Short cost NZ 3.50 so we ordered bigger size since only NZ 0.50 difference.
 



 
Took Great sight bus booked from intercity from waitomo caves to Rotorua. This bus actually stopped for people who wished to tour Waitomo caves. ie, we waited for the people to complete their tour and board the bus.

On bus, we met some korean gal whom talked to us. They said they would be going to Singapore for 4 to 5 days.

Reach rotorua and our backpackers was just beside I-site. Easy to locate
 
 
Walking to Kuirau Park
There were a "smoke" all around and the air smelt like sulphur when we stepped into Rotorua. Even our room smelt of that. Hot spring available anywhere in Rotorua? But not our backpacker.






 
Really wondering, how nice to stay here. Hot spring available and soaking in that everyday?











 
Even the duck and goose enjoying the hot water

 
Maori sculpture everywhere





 
Ohinemutu
1. St. Faith's Anglican Church


 
Outlook of our backpacker


 
My dinner, instant noodle from Singapore

 
 
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1. Intercity bus from Waitomo to Rotorua, NZ 28
Intercity Bus Stop
Waitomo Glowworm Caves - Outside Entrance to Waitomo Glowworm Caves Visitor Centre


Intercity Bus Stop
Rotorua - Tourism Rotorua, 1167 Fenton St

2. Rotorua Downtown Backpackers, NZ52/night
http://www.booking.com

1193 Fenton Street, Rotorua City Center, Rotorua, New Zealand