Rotorua

Things in Rotorua

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When is gay pride in Rotorua?

Rotorua Pride is usually run by the Rotorua Chamber of Pride group. They hold various events and get-togethers throughout the year. 🌈

Are there any other annual or recurring gay events in Rotorua?

Rotorua Chamber of Pride organise events like: Rainbow Walks, Pride Rainbow Drinks and Games Nights.

Are there gay saunas or gay bars in Rotorua?

Rotorua only has a small population, so there is no sauna or “gay bar” here, closest are in Auckland, 2.5 hours drive away. All bars are gay-friendly here.

How do I get to the city from Rotorua airport?

From Rotorua Airport, you have several options like the Airport Bay Bus (Number 10), shuttle services, a taxi or Uber.

How do I best get around in Rotorua?

Ideally a Rental Car as you will need one to visit the many attractions here. If you don’t like the thought of driving here, there are taxi’s and Uber and some shuttle or bus services to various attractions.

Is there a gay fetish community in Rotorua?

There are certainly gay men who live in Rotorua, quite what their fetishes are is up to you to find out! Most men in Rotorua hookup via Grindr, Scruff, Squirt, etc. There is also Kuirau Park, known for cruising both day and night (AYOR).

Is there a gay or gay-friendly hotel in Rotorua?

All motels and hotels in Rotorua (and throughout New Zealand) are gay-friendly (we do have gay rights here and gay marriage has been legal since 2013).

Currently (as at 2024) the only TRUE gay-owned and operated B&B for gay men in Rotorua is Guysers B&B.

What are the top attractions to see in Rotorua?

SkyLine: Gondola, luge rides, zipline, wine tasting and restaurant.
Te Puia: New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, also home of the famous Pohutu Geyser
Wai-O-Tapu: New Zealand’s most colourful geothermal park.
Hells Gate: Geothermal park and Mud Spa.
Canopy Tours: One of the top attractions in New Zealand.

What is the best time of year to visit Rotorua?

Rotorua is an exciting place to visit any time of the year. However our summer season is from November to March/April, the coolest months being June and July.

Are there any LGBTQ+ meetups or social groups that we can join during our stay?

Yes! RAGS (Rotorua Area Gay Society) have weekly “Pink Drinks” every Wednesday from 5pm.

Are there popular dating apps or websites used more commonly by the LGBTQ+ community in Auckland?

Popular dating apps/websites like Grindr, Scruff, Squirt and Sniffies are widely used in Rotorua by the LGBTQ+ community.

What are the laws and regulations regarding public displays of affection for LGBTQ+ couples in Rotorua?

All love is welcome in New Zealand! LGBTQ+ couples can legally and openly express affection in Rotorua, just like their heterosexual counterparts. Go on, hold hands and smooch away! 😘