# Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park

> A geothermal park on the Waikato River, reached by a short boat crossing, with sinter terraces, geysers and a thermal cave with a small pool.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzm-orakei-korako/

A geothermal park on the Waikato River, reached by a short boat crossing, with sinter terraces, geysers and a thermal cave with a small pool. Walkways take about two hours. The site lies off SH1 north of Taupō, so confirm opening hours before you drive in.

- **Nearest town:** Taupō, New Zealand
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -38.4811, 176.1456

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually February–April and November–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January, May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Nearby

- [Aratiatia Rapids](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzm-aratiatia-rapids/) – 14 km
- [Craters of the Moon](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzm-craters-of-the-moon/) – 16 km
- [Huka Falls](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzm-huka-falls/) – 19 km
- [Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzm-wai-o-tapu/) – 24 km

## FAQs

### Where is Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park?

Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park is in Taupō, New Zealand, at GPS -38.4811, 176.1456.

### What is there to see near Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park?

Places worth a stop nearby: Aratiatia Rapids (14 km), Craters of the Moon (16 km), Huka Falls (19 km) and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland (24 km).

### When is the best time to visit Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park?

The most pleasant months are usually February–April and November–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January, May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)