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Zorb Rotorua Experience

Hop inside a water-filled ball and roll downhill in this uniquely fun activity in the Rotorua region full of dizzying splashes for the whole family.
Zorb Rotorua Experience

Highlights

  • ZORB ball riding experience in Rotorua

  • 3 track options to choose from

  • Have a ZORB ball to yourself or share with friends

  • Pre-purchase a ticket and turn up anytime

  • Hot spa and sauna facilities

  • The world’s longest zig-zag track

Prepare for some original splashing, rolling fun, with a downhill ball rolling experience in Rotorua that will take you on an amazing ride inside a water-filled ball. Take one part hollow ball, one part water, and one part individual or friends, mix them together, throw them down a hill and you've got downhill ball riding - a truly unique and popular activity suitable for the whole family. Choose from a number of different "styles" of ride including standard straight, curving sidewinder or our steepest and fastest track; the mega track. Water in the balls is kept warm in cooler periods, so you don't have to fret about any unnecessary chills too!

Cap it off with some relaxing in the hot spa facilities, and you've got some of the wettest fun to be had on land in the Rotorua region. Good for adults and kids alike, if you're looking for a Rotorua activity that takes a break from all the standard geothermal and historical attractions, don't miss the chance for some crazy, splashy, rolling fun - book yourself an Zorb experience in Rotorua on the world's twistiest track online today.

More info

Note

  • RIDE RESTRICTIONS:

  • The rides at ZORB are potentially hazardous activities which should only be attempted by physically fit people who are within our rider limits.

  • The rides at ZORB are not suitable to be ridden by persons with any form of health or medical conditions that could be made worse by the risks associated with acceleration, side to side motion, sliding and jumping. It is up to you to discuss any special requirements that you may have, our team are here to help you.

  • If you are:

  • Pregnant

  • Under 5 years of age

  • Over the weight limit of 135kg for an individual

  • Under the influence of drugs or alcohol

  • We are sorry, we cannot let you ride.

  • However, if you have any of the following conditions you may still be allowed to ride with some restrictions:

  • Previous dislocations

  • High Blood Pressure

  • Heart Condition

  • Epilepsy

  • Back, neck or previous head injuries

  • Lack of full body mobility or any other mental/physical condition

  • Recent surgeries, open wounds

Inclusions

  • 1x Straight Track ride
  • 1x Sidewinder Track ride
  • Access to hot tubs, sauna, and heated change rooms with hair dryers

Options

  • SIDEWINDER:

  • 350m of the twistiest track ever constructed and longest in the world

  • Ride the Zorb globe down the twistiest track in the world!

  • Slide in 40 litres or water (cool in the summer and warm in the winter)

  • Speed up on the straight before riding up the sides of the most massive corners

  • Maximum of 3 people in the Zorb

  • STRAIGHT

  • 250m long track

  • Long... straight... fast! Superman dive into the Zorb globe on your own or have one, two or three friends in there together

  • Add 40 litres or water (cool in the summer and warm in the winter) and slip, slide and laugh all the way to the bottom

  • Maximum of 3 people in the Zorb

Duration

  • This experience takes approximately 1 hour
  • However it may vary as you may want to get photos and video, stay in the hot tub etc.

Location

  • This experience takes place in Fairy Springs in Rotorua. This is a 5 minute drive north of the Rotorua city centre.
  • Exact address is 525 Ngongotaha Road, Fairy Springs, Rotorua.

What To Bring

  • Comfortable clothing ( You will need togs or clothes that don’t mind getting wet if riding)
  • Swimwear and towel (if you want to ride in shorts and t-shirt, this is also okay)
  • You are welcome to take your own GoPro or waterproof camera inside the ZORB with you

Additional Information

  • Age restriction: Under 5 years of age
  • Weight restriction: Over the weight limit of 135kg for an individual
  • Not available 25 December

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking 
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience 
  • Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction 
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control 
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher 
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements 
  • I accept that this activity inherently involves risks and potential hazards and should only be attempted by physically fit people who are with ZORB Rotorua Limited rider limits.
  • The risks and hazards include but are not limited to abrasions, lacerations or other injuries from riding in the ball, aspiraton inside the ball, entrapment in the ball, collision inside the ball, ZORBs leaving the track, moving vehicles, weather, spa pools, slips, trips, falls, natural disasters.
  • I am aware that participating in the downhill ball riding activities offered by ZORB Rotorua Limited can be hazardous if they are not conducted with care, control and responsibility.
  • I acknowledge that these risks could result in my injury (physical or mental) or even death. I am aware that the rides at ZORB Rotorua are not suitable to be ridden by persons with any form of health or medical conditions that could be made worse by the risks associated with acceleration, side to side motion, sliding, and jumping.

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Location

From

$41.40

AUD

Age Groups

Primary school (6-8)
Middle school (9-11)
Young teens (12-14)
Teens (15-17)
Students (18+)

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