Located in a geologically active region, New Zealand has numerous geothermal features, including volcanoes, hot springs, geysers and volcanic lakes. Many of these features cluster together geographically, notably throughout the central North Island's Taupō Volcanic Zone. These areas attract scientific interest and tourism; power generators, industry and civil engineering also utilise them.
Tourist areas
 Aerial view of Pōhutu Geyser erupting |
 Geyser Flat |
- Tikitere (Hell's Gate), north of Rotorua
- Waimangu, south of Rotorua
 Thermal activity on the shore of Lake Rotomahana near the former site of the Pink Terrace |
- Waiotapu, south of Rotorua
 Lady Knox Geyser erupting |
 Artist's Palette |
- Craters of the Moon, Wairakei, north of Taupō
 Steam vents at Craters of the Moon |
- Orakei Korako, north of Taupō
 Orakei Korako |
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