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

Your experience

Soak in geothermal mud pools, relax in sulphur spas, and explore Rotorua’s legendary Hell’s Gate on this self-guided day trip.

Getting started

Begin your experience at the main entrance of Hell’s Gate Geothermal Reserve, where your entry is validated. After a brief orientation, you’ll receive access to the mud and sulphur bathing areas, as well as the geothermal walking tracks.

What to expect

This renowned geothermal park is celebrated for its unique volcanic landscape and deep Māori cultural roots. The reserve features New Zealand’s largest hot waterfall and mud volcano, making it a site of both natural wonder and historic healing.

Features

• Geothermal mud pools: Bathe in nutrient-rich mud pools, once used by Māori warriors for their restorative properties.

• Sulphur spas: Relax in warm sulphur pools, known for their soothing effects on skin and muscles.

• Geothermal walks: Choose from three marked tracks (0.6km, 1.5km, 2.0km) to view mud volcanoes, steaming cliffs, and the dramatic Kakahi Falls.

• Native bush walk: Wander through bushland enriched by geothermal activity, home to rare mosses and the iconic silver fern.

• Māori carving experience: Observe or try your hand at traditional Māori carving, a living art form that shares the stories of the land and its people.