The indigenous maori name for new zealand is aotearoa or land of the long white cloud. Zorbing rotorua zorb discount deal backpacker deals. Zorb rotorua 2020 all you need to know before you go with. Nothing beats zorbing in new zealand, the country of its invention, and. Two of the top zorbing locations in new zealand and worldwide for that matter are located near the city of rotorua, on the western side of town. Zorbing in rotorua involves rolling down several hills within an inner capsule that is suspended in the core of inflatable plastic ball or orb. One is in the middle of the united states lame and the other is in the middle of new zealand opposite of lame.
Zorbing was invented in new zealand and is the act of rolling down a hill in a giant 11 foot inflatable ball with up to 3 people. Im off to new zealand in march and really want to go zorbing but the only information i can find about it relates to rotorua. New zealand really is a destination for everyone whether youre backpacking solo or bringing the whole family, there literally is something for everyone. Immerse yourself in the beauty of new zealand beaches by riding the. Zorb rotorua 2020 all you need to know before you go. Learn more about the activities that we offer by contacting us. Add in our amazing kiwi hospitality and youre all set for an amazing trip of a lifetime to our beautiful little country down here in the pacific. It is now a worldwide business with franchise agents in many countries. Zorbing in new zealand your complete guide explore nz.
Zorb rotorua has closed effective immediately monday 23 march 2020 this is in line with the new zealand governments. Bungee jumping you obviously have to be mental to attach a rope to your legs, binding you together, and fall off into a ravine. At 109 metres above the magnificent shotover gorge, near queenstown, customers enjoy 60 metres of freefall just metres from the vertical cliff face, reaching speeds of up to 150 kilometres per hour and swinging 200 metres across the. Apr 18, 2018 bungee jumping, zorbing, jet boating these are just three of intense and extreme sports created in new zealand. Took advantage of a special offer on nz for an ogo roll down the hill in rotorua earlier this year. Basically, you shove yourself in a humansized hamster ball and roll down a hill. Born in new zealand, zorbing also known as sphereing, orbing, ball rolling or globeriding is a new and exhillerating adrenaline experience that involves hurtling down a hill in a huge inflatable double layered zorbing ball.
Top 10 best things to do in new zealand with prices. Zorbing also known as globeriding, sphereing, orbing is the recreation or sport of rolling downhill inside an orb, typically made of transparent plastic. The days are long and everything is so much brighter. Outdoor gravity park is an amazing adventure destination in pigeon forge, tennessee located at the foothills of the smoky mountains, featuring the only zorbing park in the usa. One cannot speak of top zorbing locations and not think of rotorua, new zealand. Now picture a smaller one floating in the middle of it. Go zorbing downhill zorbing sphering orbing go zorbing.
They have many stuff like bungy jump, bungy swings, skydiving, and more. Want to do something exciting but scared of heights. Rotorua is the only city where you can experience this crazy activity, so dont miss it. Zorbing the zorb is new zealands latest adventure new. The definition from the concise oxford english dictionary tenth edition. Go zorbing london whyteleafe 2020 all you need to know. Your full service new zealand activity and tour experts. It was everything i had hoped for and more we had so much fun sloshing down the hill in a huge inflatable. New zealand is like an adventure paradise for adrenaline junkies. New zealand to provide advice and securely book their nz activities have let us. When they grew up, their obsession didnt fade, it simply got an upgrade. We spent 3 weeks on the north island and used nz frenzy as our guide. Get ready for an experience thats full of fun and unique to rotorua. As well, the location is fantastic because this activity is located on the slopes of mt ngongotaha overlooking the lake and mokoia island.
Zorb rotorua has closed effective immediately monday 23 march 2020 this is in line with the new zealand governments directive requiring all nonessential new zealand businesses to close. Rotorua filled with fascinating maori culture, hot springs and mud pools is a mustsee stop in new zealand. We are thrilled that, 9 years later, we are in a position to purchase back our old company. The maori cultural heritage is still vibrant and is an integral part of contemporary society.
We have 14 days to go down the coast from christchurch, west to te anau, queenstown, then follow the west coast back up to nelson. Travel to new zealand, plan and book your new zealand vacation. Zorbing in rotorua, north island, new zealand dont stop. With wet and dry options and three epic tracks to choose from, this tumbling ride is one youll never forget. Zorb it sounds like some type of futuristic extreme sport, but its really quite. After inventing the zorb ball, my brother david and i developed this kiwi concept into a worldrenowned adventure experience. Our zorbing run certainly is the perfect distance and has been designed by the guys in new zealand where zorbing originated from the usbs are so worth it arent they. Where along the way would we be able to try zorbing.
Mar 24, 2017 zorbing definition from wikipedia yes, im citing from wikipedia. Zorbing is one of the sillier adrenaline activities invented by new zealandersyes, even sillier than bungee jumping. The first zorbing site was established in rotorua in new zealands north island and this remains the home of zorbing. I first heard of zorbing about a decade ago, while watching an episode of the amazing race, in which the contestants had to go zorbing in rotorua, new zealand.
New zealand is culturally and linguistically part of polynesia, and is the southwestern anchor of the polynesian triangle. Zorbing was created in new zealand in 1995, and it literally involves jumping into an orb and rolling down a big hill. You can participate in golfing games in popular courses. Rotorua, new zealand the birthplace of zorb seek the world. Zorbing originated in new zealand in the 1990s as a novel invention by two kiwis looking for a new adventure challenge. Zorb new zealand is the worlds leading ball rolling brand. If you happen to be planning a trip to rotorua it simply cant be missed as one of the top attractions in the city. Zorb is the largest ball rolling park in the world and is operated by the inventors of this iconic new zealand experience. In 1994, andrew and dwayne designed and built a big inflatable ball that they could roll around in. Experts in adventure travel in new zealand look no further. New zealand activities new zealand tours new zealand.
Located just 5 minutes north of the rotorua city centre, right next door to mitai maori village and rainbow springs, zorb features spectacular views over lake. Miscellaneous madness in new zealand things to see and do. As you can see, theres nothing quite like zorbing and nothing better than zorbing in new zealand, the place where it all began. Booking your zorbing experience and roll down the hill in a giant inflatable ball. Zorb in an orb if you try zorbing just once, you wont forget the experience and there are only a few places in new zealand in which you can try it. New zealand tourism online 2004 travel prize and competition winners massage. Born in new zealand, zorbing is a new adrenaline experience that involves hurtling down a hill in a huge inflatable ball an unreal experience with a true fun factor that really needs to be experienced to be believed. Jump into the big plastic ball and roll down a hill. It is, after all, the birthplace of the trademark zorb. Weve covered pretty much all of them in our blog, city and activity guides and trip itineraries but one thing weve never really looked at before is familyfriendly activitiesuntil now. Zorbing definition from wikipedia yes, im citing from wikipedia.
Experts in adventure travel in new zealand look no. Zorb rotorua has closed effective immediately monday 23 march 2020 this is in line with the new zealand governments directive requiring all. There are two zorbing companies in rotorua, one called zorb, and the other called ogo rotorua. The zorb experience near rotorua, north island, new zealand. Zorb was instantly on my bucket list when i heard of it about a decade ago and i was lucky to get the chance to check it off in guam back in 2012 currently closed. If you re planning on riding a zorb, be sure to book at least a few days. The new zealand adventure activity invention that were talking about today is zorbing which can be experienced in the central north island city of rotorua. Zorb rotorua owned and operated by the kiwi inventors. Zorbing is a unique kiwi invention that is not only off the wall but seems to also be off an alien planet. What could be more fun than zooming and rolling around the stunning new zealand countryside in an inflatable ball. Rotorua, new zealand filled with fascinating maori culture, hot springs and mud pools is a mustsee stop in new zealand. Fans of extreme sports and adrenaline can try zorbing, which is a new extreme sport where you get down a hill inside an.
Jul 08, 2011 zorbing is the sport of putting yourself in a giant waterfilled hamster ball and being pushed down a big grass hill. Jan, 2007 daniel tries riding in a zorb in rotorua. Rolling yourself down a hill in a large blowup ball. Zorb new zealand, rotorua book online rotorua super passes. The experience of rolling down a hill inside a giant inflatable ball has been an iconic adventure experience since andrew and david akers invented and developed the first ever zorb site in the world back in 1997 at this very location. Ride down our foot hill with 3 different tracks to choose from ages 5 years and up can ride. One of new zealands truly mad activities is the shotover canyon swing. Additionally, you can visit iconic fly fishing spots. Zorbing the zorb is new zealands latest adventure new nz. They have developed a range of different ride variations to suit everyone. Aug 18, 2015 took advantage of a special offer on nz for an ogo roll down the hill in rotorua earlier this year. Zorbe new zealand is the worlds leading ball rolling brand. With a landscape ranging from mosscloaked forests to cloudpiercing mountains, the two islands that make up new zealand are sheer enchantment.
Zorbing is the recreation or sport of rolling downhill inside of an orb, generally made of transparent plastic. Poppular zorbing locations in oceania zorbing world. Oct 22, 2019 plenty of fun when zorbing in new zealand. New zealand tours new zealand activities things to do. Rotorua new zealand travel and new zealand business. Bounce down the hill like a hamster inside a giant inflatable beach ballah, new zealand. To this day, rotorua is the only location in new zealand where you can experience this amazingly fun and.
Zorbing is generally performed on a gentle slope but can also be done on a level surface, permitting more rider control. Experience an adrenalin rush as you zoom and roll down the ogo track. We were about to buy another, more well known guide to new zealand, when we saw mention of this book. We saw this activity years ago on the us version of the amazing race. Jun 14, 2019 new zealand is an amazing place for visitors with so many touristfriendly activities. Zorbing in new zealand new zealand lonely planet forum. Race your friends or join them with up to 3 people. Welcome to new zealand, one of the most unique and spectacular countries on the planet and home to 4. Ever since the 90s, new zealand has been an iconic destination for all zorb enthusiasts and it boasts the very first, and arguably the best zorbing parks in the world to date. There is no better place to get your adrenaline pumping than at zorb rotorua, where this iconic new zealand activity has been operating for over 24 years. As far as i can tell there is only two places on earth where you can do this. Is it only possible to go zorbing in rotorua or can you do it in other places too, for example queenstown. Miscellaneous madness in new zealand things to see and.
We found great hikes, secluded beaches, waterfalls, hot pools and much more. We have always wanted to go to new zealand and this activity was on our list of must do activities. I hope to see you all again soon, maybe next time you adults can try the aqua zorbing too. Bungee jumping, zorbing, jet boating these are just three of intense and extreme sports created in new zealand. In rotorua, new zealand you can make your dreams come true and roll down the hills just for the sheer fun of it. Zorbing is the sport of putting yourself in a giant waterfilled hamster ball and being pushed down a big grass hill. After watching teams roll and bounce their way down a hill, i decided i needed to add zorbing to my list of mustdos when i finally visited new zealand.
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