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Hell'S Gate Geothermal Reserve And Mud Spa Tickets

Hell's Gate near Tikitere in Rotorua is New Zealand's most active geothermal reserve, featuring the largest hot waterfall in the Southern Hemisphere and a therapeutic mud bath and sulphur spa facility. Find geothermal walk tickets, mud spa packages, and combo format options here.
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Hell'S Gate Geothermal Reserve And Mud Spa Tickets
Visitors photographing geothermal steam at Hell's Gate, New Zealand.
Person enjoying a mud facial at Hell's Gate geothermal park.
Visitors walking through geothermal steam at Hell's Gate, New Zealand.
Couple standing amidst geothermal steam at Hell's Gate, New Zealand.
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  • This ticket is the full-access pass to Hell’s Gate Geothermal Reserve, with access to mud and sulfur pools, and Māori carving activities.

  • Pick your path through three different walking tracks. You'll pass through mud pools, steaming cliffs, and pockets of native bush.

  • Visit the Kakahi Falls and the constantly shifting mud volcano, plus join a Māori carving session to learn the stories and techniques that bring wood to life.

  • Bathe in nutrient-rich geothermal mud and sulfur pools, a tradition enjoyed by Māori warriors for centuries.

  • Every visit supports the preservation of Māori heritage and Rotorua’s geothermal environment.

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  • This ticket is the full-access pass to Hell’s Gate Geothermal Reserve, with access to mud and sulfur pools, and Māori carving activities.

  • Pick your path through three different walking tracks. You'll pass through mud pools, steaming cliffs, and pockets of native bush.

  • Visit the Kakahi Falls and the constantly shifting mud volcano, plus join a Māori carving session to learn the stories and techniques that bring wood to life.

  • Bathe in nutrient-rich geothermal mud and sulfur pools, a tradition enjoyed by Māori warriors for centuries.

  • Every visit supports the preservation of Māori heritage and Rotorua’s geothermal environment.

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NZ$115
Couple enjoying a mud bath at Hell's Gate geothermal park.
Visitors enjoying geothermal mud bath at Hell's Gate, surrounded by lush greenery and steam.
People enjoying a mud bath at Hell's Gate geothermal park.
Group enjoying Hell's Gate mud bath in a natural setting.
Group enjoying Hell's Gate mud bath in New Zealand surrounded by lush greenery.
Hell's Gate geothermal mud bath area with wooden walkway and lush greenery at dusk.
Couple enjoying a mud bath at Hell's Gate geothermal spa at sunset.
Hell's Gate geothermal mud bath area with wooden walkway and surrounding greenery.
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1 hr 30 mins
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  • Sink into mineral-rich mud baths and soothing sulfur pools at Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve for a Māori healing tradition passed down for generations.

  • Explore New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, home to bubbling mud pools, steaming fumaroles, and the Southern Hemisphere's largest hot waterfall.

  • Wander past steaming vents, mud volcanoes, and the famous Kakahi Falls.

  • Shuttle transfers from Rotorua Central make getting to this legendary spa experience easy and convenient.

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  • Sink into mineral-rich mud baths and soothing sulfur pools at Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve for a Māori healing tradition passed down for generations.

  • Explore New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, home to bubbling mud pools, steaming fumaroles, and the Southern Hemisphere's largest hot waterfall.

  • Wander past steaming vents, mud volcanoes, and the famous Kakahi Falls.

  • Shuttle transfers from Rotorua Central make getting to this legendary spa experience easy and convenient.

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NZ$90
Visitors enjoying Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and Hell's Gate mud bath experience.
Geothermal pool with vibrant orange and turquoise colors at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland.
Visitor photographing geothermal landscape at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, New Zealand.
Group enjoying Hell's Gate mud bath in a natural setting.
Hell's Gate geothermal mud bath area with wooden walkway and surrounding greenery.
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland's vibrant green geothermal pool surrounded by rocky cliffs.
Visitors walking on a boardwalk at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, New Zealand.
Guide explaining geothermal feature at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, New Zealand.
Couple enjoying a mud bath at Hell's Gate geothermal spa at sunset.
Group enjoying Hell's Gate mud bath in New Zealand surrounded by lush greenery.
Visitors enjoying geothermal mud bath at Hell's Gate, surrounded by lush greenery and steam.
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Transfers available
  • See Rotorua’s geothermal highlights in one easy plan — colorful volcanic landscapes paired with a relaxing mud spa experience.
  • Explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland with access to scenic walking trails, vibrant mineral pools, and the famous Lady Knox Geyser eruption.
  • Unwind at Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve and Mud Spa with entry to the geothermal reserve, a therapeutic mud bath, and soothing sulphur hot pools.

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  • See Rotorua’s geothermal highlights in one easy plan — colorful volcanic landscapes paired with a relaxing mud spa experience.
  • Explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland with access to scenic walking trails, vibrant mineral pools, and the famous Lady Knox Geyser eruption.
  • Unwind at Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve and Mud Spa with entry to the geothermal reserve, a therapeutic mud bath, and soothing sulphur hot pools.
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NZ$137.57
Tourists observing geothermal steam at Hells Gate Geothermal Walk.
Guided group exploring geothermal features at Hells Gate, Medicine Lake.
Tourists on a guided walk at Hells Gate Geothermal Park, New Zealand, with steam rising from the ground.
Kakahi hot waterfall surrounded by lush greenery at Hells Gate Geothermal Walk.
Maori carving workshop at Hells Gate Geothermal Walk, participants learning traditional techniques.
Tourists enjoying a guided walk at Hells Gate Geothermal Park, New Zealand.
Tourists walking through steam at Hells Gate Geothermal Park.
Tourists walking along steaming cliffs at Hells Gate Geothermal Walk.
Aerial view of Hells Gate Geothermal Walk with steaming vents and surrounding forest.
Aerial view of geothermal pool and rocky terrain at Hells Gate Geothermal Walk.
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  • Step into New Zealand's most active geothermal reserve with steaming mud pools, erupting geysers, and the country's largest hot waterfall.

  • Try your hand at traditional Māori carving, an interactive, creative experience unique to Hell’s Gate.

  • Join a guided tour to uncover ancient legends and geological wonders, or explore at your own rhythm with a self-guided map.

  • Complimentary shuttle makes getting to and from Rotorua’s central area effortless and stress-free.

  • All ages can enjoy the geothermal walk, while the carving experience is open to guests aged 12 and above.

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  • Step into New Zealand's most active geothermal reserve with steaming mud pools, erupting geysers, and the country's largest hot waterfall.

  • Try your hand at traditional Māori carving, an interactive, creative experience unique to Hell’s Gate.

  • Join a guided tour to uncover ancient legends and geological wonders, or explore at your own rhythm with a self-guided map.

  • Complimentary shuttle makes getting to and from Rotorua’s central area effortless and stress-free.

  • All ages can enjoy the geothermal walk, while the carving experience is open to guests aged 12 and above.

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NZ$45
Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland geothermal pool and Maori cultural performers.
Geothermal pool with vibrant orange and turquoise colors at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland.
Guide explaining geothermal feature at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, New Zealand.
Maori performers in traditional attire at Mitai Maori Cultural Experience, New Zealand.
Warriors in traditional attire paddling a canoe on Wai o Whiro stream at Mitai Maori Village.
Visitor photographing geothermal landscape at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, New Zealand.
Visitors walking on a boardwalk at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, New Zealand.
Visitors walking on a boardwalk at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, surrounded by geothermal landscape.
Traditional Maori feast with roast meats, vegetables, and salad at Mitai Maori Cultural Experience.
Clear spring and lush forest at Mitai Maori Village, New Zealand.
Free cancellation
Explore at your pace
Transfers available
1 more
  • Discover Rotorua’s natural wonders and Māori traditions in one easy plan — vibrant geothermal landscapes paired with an authentic cultural evening.
  • Explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland with access to scenic walking trails, colorful mineral pools, and the famous Lady Knox Geyser eruption.
  • Experience an evening at Mitai Maori Village with traditional performances, a waka canoe ceremony, and a hāngī buffet dinner showcasing Māori culture and cuisine.

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  • Discover Rotorua’s natural wonders and Māori traditions in one easy plan — vibrant geothermal landscapes paired with an authentic cultural evening.
  • Explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland with access to scenic walking trails, colorful mineral pools, and the famous Lady Knox Geyser eruption.
  • Experience an evening at Mitai Maori Village with traditional performances, a waka canoe ceremony, and a hāngī buffet dinner showcasing Māori culture and cuisine.
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NZ$216.57

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What our guests say

Lee M

New Zealand
Family
Apr 2026
The setting is good. The mud is great. Just staff in the mud area are all in a long face. The receptionists are Okie.

Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Sulphur Spa Tickets

Peggy E

United States
Couple
Apr 2026

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The geyser was great and I was able to get pictures and video. For the best places to sit, you should get there early. We went on the 45 minute walk because I have a knee injury. There are a 60 and 90 minute walk also. It was great but it probably took us longer because of taking pictures and I have to be careful with my knee. I loved all the thermal activity and the craters were interesting. This was my first experience of this sort, and I am very glad we went.

Combo: Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Sulphur Spa + Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland Tickets

Billy G

New Zealand
Family
Jan 2026
The Hell’s Gate Geothermal experience was unforgettable, made even better by our tour guide, Liam. His deep knowledge of Māori culture, paired with his perfectly timed comedic comments, brought the entire journey to life. He struck that rare balance of being informative, engaging, and genuinely entertaining. The landscapes were incredible on their own, but Liam’s energy and storytelling elevated the whole experience into something truly special. Highly recommended for anyone wanting culture, laughter, and a bit of geothermal wonder all in one.

Hell's Gate Geothermal Walk & Māori Carving Tickets

Jennifer E

Australia
Couple
Last week
28-05-26 Hell's gate Walk, Mud bath and Spa Unique Mauri experience,loved our morning Michael was entertaining, fun and very informative. The Mud and Sulfur bath great experiences Money very well spent and and a great morning experiencing something new and very uniquely Mauri. Thank you

Hell's Gate All-Inclusive: Walk, Mud Bath & Spa Tickets

Andrew T

Australia
Couple
Mar 2026
Impressive landscape and experience. The mud bath does wonderful things to your skin and the cold plunge pool is very refreshing. A must do experience.

Hell's Gate All-Inclusive: Walk, Mud Bath & Spa Tickets

Diana L

New Zealand
Group
Apr 2026
I cannot find a highlight of the Mitai Experience as the whole evening was wonderful from beginning to end! I felt really immersed in the culture, history and stories told. The bush walk, waka warriors, glowworms and cultural performance were superb and I'm only sorry that I'm not a huge eater and was unable to manage seconds of the absolutely delicious hanging! My thanks to all the wonderful staff, performers and whanau. I would recommend the Mitai Experience to anyone!

Combo: Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience & Buffet Dinner with Hotel Transfers + Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland Tickets

Daniel M

Canada
Couple
Mar 2026
The dinner was delicious with lots of variety and great desserts and coffee was nice with dessert. Unfortunately it was a very rainy evening and the outside portions were somewhat difficult. The foot-ing was difficult and could have been dangerous during the last little parade outside after the show. The second walkabout outside could have been eliminated tonight due to the rain. However, the umbrellas were much appreciated.

Combo: Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience & Buffet Dinner with Hotel Transfers + Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland Tickets

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