Take Rotorua’s spectacular scenery of geothermal activity, lakes and forest, add a cultural heritage that’s been nurtured for hundreds of years, drop in over 1000 local and international runners, and you’ve got a trail running experience like no other. Starting at Te Puia’s world-famous Pohutu Geyser, shooting 30 metres into the air, kapa haka performers ignite fire in the belly with a traditional M?ori cultural performance to bid participants farewell and good luck. A spectacular point-to-point race from geyser to volcano, the event takes runners along a geothermal pathway, retracing one of New Zealand’s most important historical routes while showcasing five stunning lakes, with the finish line at Hot Water Beach on the shores of Lake Tarawera.