Theme Parks in Rotorua

Rotorua theme parks are adventure parks, and the main cluster sits around Ngongotaha, roughly 10km from Rotorua township on State Highway 5. Giant swings, jet boating and wind tunnel skydiving headline the Velocity Valley end of it. This page covers what the parks involve and how to plan the day, with more to do on the Rotorua region page and ticketed parks across Australia and New Zealand on the national theme parks page.

What a Rotorua adventure park involves

Velocity Valley, at 1335 Paradise Valley Road, Ngongotaha, builds its day around drops and speed. Its giant swing straps riders into a harness face down and lifts them 40 metres, roughly the height of an 11-storey building, before the rider controls the release at the top.

A session on the 15-minute Swoop swing ends in a drop that reaches 130km/h in seconds, and sessions run daily on the hour. Velocity Valley's jet boating and wind tunnel skydiving sit alongside it for visitors who want more than one ride.

The Agrodome is next door, and its farm show features live sheep shearing, lamb feeding and cow milking. It adds a calmer stop to the same trip out of town.

Other attractions on Mount Ngongotaha

Skyline Rotorua takes a gondola up the slopes of Mount Ngongotaha and brings riders back down on a self-driven, three-wheeled gravity luge cart. ZORB, just up the road, rolls riders downhill inside a giant inflatable ball.

Ticketed sights around town are on the Rotorua attractions page, and hands-on days out are on the Rotorua activities page.

Getting to Rotorua's adventure parks

Velocity Valley and the Agrodome are about 10km from Rotorua township on State Highway 5. Guests arrange their own way out to the base, and driving yourself is the simplest option. Factor the drive into your session time, and pair the swing with the Agrodome or Mount Ngongotaha for a half-day at that end of town.

Adventure parks and ride parks: choosing the right day

Rotorua's parks are built around individual thrills, so a day out here looks different from a visit to a ride-based park. For classic theme park tickets with rides and multi-park options, the Gold Coast theme parks page covers that style of day.

For a wet-weather swap, the Rotorua rainy day ideas page has options for a wet day, and the things to do with kids in Rotorua page has ideas for families. Visitors who like speed can also look at driving and motorsports in Rotorua.

Frequently asked questions

Does Rotorua have theme parks?

Rotorua's theme park options are adventure parks. Velocity Valley at Ngongotaha is one, with giant swings, jet boating and wind tunnel skydiving.

Where is Velocity Valley in Rotorua?

Velocity Valley is at 1335 Paradise Valley Road, Ngongotaha, about 10km from Rotorua township on State Highway 5, next to the Agrodome.

Do I need my own transport to reach Rotorua's adventure parks?

Yes. Guests need to arrange their own way to the Velocity Valley base at Ngongotaha, which is about 10km from Rotorua township, and driving yourself is the easiest option.

How long is a Swoop swing session at Velocity Valley?

The Swoop swing at Velocity Valley is a 15-minute experience, with a 40-metre lift and a drop that reaches 130km/h. Sessions run daily at the top of every hour.

What should I wear to the Swoop swing in Rotorua?

Velocity Valley asks guests to wear comfortable, casual clothing for the Swoop swing, since you're strapped into a harness for the ride.

Pick your ride, sort out your drive to Ngongotaha and lock in a time. The rest of the trip is mapped out across Rotorua tours, activities and attractions.