Waimangu Volcanic Valley

After leaving Manuparu we spent the afternoon here. This geothermal system was created by the eruption of Mt Tarawera in 1886.
Frying Pan Lake is a huge lake where temps reach 140+F






Huge algae deposit which is green and turns golden in the sun.


Many, many fumaroles as we tramped (aka hiked) down the side of the caldera toward the Lake Rotomahana.


Our guide is telling Al about the very hot water temps coming from springs.



We boarded this sturdy boat in very heavy winds for a 1 1/2 hour cruise around the lake and learning more about the 1886 eruption.


Cruising and visiting numerous hot springs along the shore.


We watched this geyser erupt over a few minutes.









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