Hells Gate - The Full Experience
About this experience
Discover New Zealand’s most active geothermal park on a walk throughout the reserve before relaxing in the mud bath and sulphur spa.
Learn more about this amazing natural wonder and its healing powers as you walk around the reserve discovering its unique features including its boiling hot pools. After a 90 minute self-guided walk, head to the Hells Gate Mud Bath and Spa to experience the popular and historic spa for yourself.
The geothermal mud can be covered all over your skin whilst soaking in warm sulphurous waters for 20 minutes. Follow up with a cool shower to restore blood circulation. Finishing the experience with a gentle and relaxing sulphur mineral spa.
Book online today to experience the natural geothermal wonders of Hells Gate Geothermal Park.<br><br><br>
What to expect
Explore bubbling mud & boiling pools at Hells Gate! This geothermal adventure includes a self-guided walk, a therapeutic mud bath soak, and a relaxing sulfur spa experience.
Highlights
- Hells Gate Park Entry, Mud Bath and Spa
- Tour of the geothermal park
- Learn about the unique healing muds
- Relax and rejuvenate in the hot sulphur spas
- Experience the warm mud spas
Things to note
- Check with Hells Gate regarding age restrictions. Some experiences or areas might be restricted to certain age groups.
- Wear comfortable, casual clothing suitable for walking and exploring.
- Confirm with Hells Gate about the accessibility of their facilities, including pathways, thermal pools, and activity areas.
- Rotorua, where Hells Gate is located, experiences a temperate climate with mild winters and warm summers.
Location
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April 2026
Passengers
$48.16 each
$24.18 each
About this ticket
Discover New Zealand’s most active geothermal park on a walk throughout the reserve before relaxing in the mud bath and sulphur spa. Learn more about this amazing natural wonder and its healing powers as you walk around the reserve discovering its unique features including its boiling hot pools. After a 90 minute self-guided walk, head to the Hells Gate Mud Bath and Spa to experience the popular and historic spa for yourself. The geothermal mud can be covered all over your skin whilst soaking in warm sulphurous waters for 20 minutes. Follow up with a cool shower to restore blood circulation. Finishing the experience with a gentle and relaxing sulphur mineral spa. Book online today to experience the natural geothermal wonders of Hells Gate Geothermal Park. Inclusions * Hells Gate Park Entry, Mud Bath and Spa * 1.5 hour guided tour or 1 hour self guided walk of the geothermal park * Learn about the unique healing muds of Hells Gate and experience this for yourself * The natural geothermal mud can be smoothed over the skin while relaxing in the warm sulphurous waters for 20 minutes * Cool off in the shower which will restore blood circulation * Relax and rejuvenate in the hot sulphur mineral spas for as like as you like! * Experience the geothermal features with a self guided walk or join a guided tour to learn about the history * New Zealand's largest active mud volcano * Southern Hemisphere's largest hot water falls * Make your own souvenir to take home at Interactive Carving House Operating Hours * operating hours and days may vary. Please see the Hells Gate website for the latest information and to check the last entrance times Duration * Allow 1 hour for self-guided walk or 1.5 hours for guided tour * Mud bath takes approx 20mins, followed by Sulphur Spa for as long as you want Location * Hells Gate is located at 351 State Highway 30 Tikitere Rotorua New Zealand approx 15 min from Rotorua city What To Bring * Towel * Swimwear * Clothes suited to the weather * Comfortable footwear * Sunscreen during summer * Water bottle * Hat * Camera Additional Information * Complimentary guided-tours run daily at 10:30am and 2:30pm, subject to availability. Alternatively, a self-guided map is provided on arrival. * Family passes are not offered by Experience Oz and will need to be purchased at the gate 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
Discover New Zealand’s most active geothermal park on a walk throughout the reserve before relaxing in the mud bath and sulphur spa.
Choose your date
April 2026
Passengers
$48.16 each
$24.18 each