Tokaanu Thermal Walk is located in the town of Tokaanu near the southern end of Lake Taupo.

This short, leisurely stroll features steaming hot mineral pools and bubbling mud pools. A terrific alternative for families and children and a great activity before soaking in the therapeutic waters of the Tokaanu Thermal Pools next door. ($8 Adult per person)

Take a leisurely stroll throughout this natural thermal area. Observe bubbling mineral springs in sinter basins and bubbling mud pots amongst lovely local vegetation.

Since the 16th century, members of the native Mori tribe Ngati Kurauia have resided near the Tokaanu Stream and thermal area. Thermal Pools are utilised for leisure, bathing, and their therapeutic properties.

Continuous hot water and steam vents are utilised for communal cooking and the dying of traditional garments. Share in this tradition by swimming in the adjacent Tokaanu Thermal Pools, which are both therapeutic and relaxing.

The Tokaanu region is part of the active Taupo Volcanic Zone, which stretches from White Island to Mount Ruapehu and has numerous active volcanoes. 

Far beneath the surface, the water comes into contact with the hot volcanic rock and is finally driven back up to the surface, where it emerges as mineral-rich, hot thermal springs.

Rainbow trout are often spotted in the chilly Tokaanu creek, which flows alongside the thermal area.