2025 Putaruru Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

Where nature’s filter creates the purest water on Earth - Blue spring💦 The water from Blue Spring is incredibly pure, with high clarity and low mineral content, making it ideal for bottling. It supplies about 70% of the country’s bottled water. The water in Blue Spring takes over 100 years to filter through underground rock and removing almost all the impurities and particles. It’s so clear and pure, making the blue spring water appears blue🩵 We took around 1h drive from Hamilton city to blue spring before to our final destination Rotorua. The walkway along the blue spring is about 3.8km long with easy walking track and we took around 1.5h to complete the round trip. 📌 Parking area: free but limited. It’s advice to go there early or park at the roadside if the main parking lot is full. 📌 Toilet: one public toilet is available and located halfway of the Blue Spring walkway (no flush function🙊 kindly prepare sanitizer or wet tissue) 🎫 It’s totally FREE to enter! No filter is applied on the photos✨ #newzealand #newzealandnatural #newzealandtrip #Bluespring #roadtrip #naturewalk #hiddengem #purenewzealand #nofilter #naturalwonders #Putaruru

Break into the Blue Wonderland 💙 Blue Spring Super detailed exploration strategy The Blue Spring is like a sapphire left behind by nature, attracting countless people with its clear and fantastic spring water. This private collection guide takes you to unlock the unknown gameplay of Blue Springs and kick off a one-of-a-kind journey. Before you leave, learn the secrets of Blue Springs 🗺️ Where is the Blue Springs? By blue springs, you most likely mean the blue springs in the North Island of New Zealand. Located near Putāruru, it is renowned for its ultra-high purity of water, the mineral water it springs from, accounting for 70% of New Zealand’s supply share. When to go optimally? • Season: The spring season of September - November is the perfect time to recover, the surrounding lush greenery, and the blue spring water complement each other, beautiful like a fairy tale. • When: Before 9am or after 4pm, you can both enjoy the soft light for stunning blockbusters and avoid the crowds and enjoy the tranquility alone. • Weather: Choose a sunny sunny day where the sun shines on the water, presenting a transparent Tiffany blue with a full visual effect. Unlock the traffic code for Blue Springs🚗 Self-driving If you are more familiar with local traffic rules, driving yourself is definitely the best option. It takes about 2.5 hours from Auckland and 45 minutes from Rotorua. During the self-driving process, you can also stop freely and enjoy the scenery along the way. But be aware that New Zealand is right-hand drive, and some sections are narrow, so be sure to drive carefully. Charter a car Chartering a car is a good option if you don’t want to drive. Not only can the driver take you straight to the Blue Springs, but you can also share the little-known local gameplay, recommend photo spots and specialties. Tours If you want to save money and effort, a tour group is the right choice. However, the schedule is relatively fixed and cannot be flexibly stopped. Take a picture of the core view of Blue Springs📸 The source spring The source of the Blue Spring gushes more than 15,000 liters of spring water per minute, with a pure transparency of up to 80 meters. Standing at the observation deck, gazing at the crystal clear spring water and watching the dreamy colors refracted by the sunlight, the shock arises spontaneously. Redwood Canyon The 800-meter-long redwood canyon surrounds the spring area, with ancient mahogany and blue springs complementing each other. Stroll along the canyon, one scene at a time, and super photogenic. Rainbow pool Underwater mineral deposits give the rainbow pool a fantastic change of color. 9 - 10 am, sunlight penetrates the water, the best effect, squat low and low angle shooting, can capture the mysterious light and shadow underwater. The special experience of Blue Springs is not to be missed✨ Check-in celebrity photo spot • Suspension Tree: An ancient tree reflected in the spring, it looks like it’s floating on water when photographed, super atmospheric. • Blue drape: Sunlight shines through the grove on the spring water, forming columns of light that resemble a blue drape. • Rainbow Corner: At specific angles, colorful haloes are visible surrounding the springs, dreamlike. Participate in special events • Glass Bottom Boat Tour (Additional NZ$25/person): Take a glass bottom boat ride and see the underwater ecology of Blue Springs up close. • Early morning meditation yoga class (Wednesdays and Saturdays at 8 a.m.): Relax and become one with nature by doing yoga by the Blue Springs. • Aboriginal Culture Exposition (Daily 11:00, 14:00): Insights into the history and culture of Blue Springs. Food, drink and fun around Blue Springs 🍔🏕️ Food supply station • Paddock Café: Super-hot local brunch spot with superb cakes and artisan coffee. • Good Union: Offers craft beer and craft burgers to refuel on your return trip. Accommodation recommendations For accommodation in the surroundings, opt for Rotorua. There are numerous hotels and homestays here, and you can also experience Maori culture and soak in geothermal hot springs. Tips💡 1. Wear and equipment: Wear comfortable non-slip shoes, the canyon may be wet and slippery;carry a waterproof camera case to capture the underwater beauty;bring a jacket for lower temperatures in the woods. 2. Protect nature: It is strictly forbidden to touch or throw objects into the water, do not use flash for photography, so as not to disturb the creatures in the water, stay quiet and respect this pure land. A trip to Blue Springs is not only a visual enjoyment, but also a spiritual healing. Bring this guide and rush to this blue appointment! 💙

#nationalparks #trip #tripblazers #tripmoments #100waysoftravel #historicallandmarks #localguides 💞Reasons to Recommend: Blue Spring Putaru Leslie Road, Putaruru 3483. • Price: Free Time: Open 24 hours a day Transportation: It's about a 2-hour drive from Auckland. There are free parking spaces! Blue Spring Putaruru is truly a sight to behold. This natural wonder is renowned for its stunning turquoise-blue waters. The spring is located in Putaruru, a charming town in New Zealand. The vivid blue color of the water is a result of the unique geological features and the filtration process through the surrounding rocks. Visiting Blue Spring offers a serene and peaceful experience. You can take a leisurely stroll along the banks, enjoying the beauty of the crystal-clear water and the surrounding lush vegetation. The spring is also a popular spot for photography enthusiasts, as the colors and scenery are truly captivating. If you plan to visit Blue Spring Putaruru, here are some tips: • Wear comfortable shoes for walking along the paths. • Bring a camera to capture the amazing views. • Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately. Safety is also important. Stay on the designated paths and follow any signs or instructions. Avoid getting too close to the water's edge to prevent accidents. In conclusion, Blue Spring Putaruru is a must-see destination for those who appreciate natural beauty. Its amazing look and peaceful atmosphere make it a memorable place to visit.