Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Spas
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
Experience the rejuvenating powers of the world-famous mud bath & sulphur spas at Hell’s Gate. Used by local Maori for over 800 years, open and clean your skin by lathering it in the unique mud, before exfoliating and cleansing with a soak in the sulphur spa. While you relax, take the opportunity to admire the geothermal reserve. Your body and soul will feel revitalized after this soothing experience.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operating days and hours may vary, please see the Hell’s Gate website for latest updates and last entrance times.
We recommend that women do not use our bathing facilities whilst pregnant. However, it is an individual’s choice and we recommend that you seek advice from your health professional if you are wanting to bathe.
Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
The minimum age for the Mud Bath is 2.5 years, and for the Sulphur Spa is 6 months.
Children are considered those aged 5 -15. Under 4s are free when accompanied by a paying adult.
What To Expect
Experience the healing and rejuvenating powers of the world-famous mud baths and Sulphur Spas at Hell’s Gate. Open and clean your skin by lathering it in our unique mud, before cleansing with a soak in the sulphur spa. Your body and soul will feel revitalised after this soothing experience. Towels & swimwear can be hired at reception on arrival, or you are more than welcome to bring your own.
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Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Spas
What‘s Included
Bathe in Mud Bath & Sulphur Spas
Food and drinks
Swimwear and Towels available to hire onsite
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
521 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Relaxing
sonyawalker2026,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Good experience! First time trying the mud bath. Would recommend
Smells
Sharon F,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We just did the walk , didn’t fancy playing in the mud . I would suggest that if you only wanted to do the walk , make sure you do it with a guide, otherwise just do the free ones in the township of Rotorua. We really enjoyed our wood carving with the lovely young man who was helping us .
Nice experience however no photos of us in mud baths
juiliag,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was a good experience however we were told that someone would be available to take some photos of us and they were not so we got no photos of us in the mud baths
Awesome
kinyarcarew,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. We still smell like sulphur!!! 🤣🤣🤣
Hells Gate mud pools
Sandra J,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a must do!✔️ a big check off my to-do list. This place feels like your on another planet, amazing experience to see nature doing her thing and hearing the traditional history by the guides Very much enjoyed the mud pools. Note to self; take old swimwear that you won’t take home, the sulphur smell won’t wash. I ended up leaving brand new togs 🩱 behind rather than smell 👃 out my entire suit case. But done let that put you off Great day for us
A different experience
G5404VGlindam,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The mud spa was a really novel and fun experience—something quite different! The staff were great and made everything easy, and the facilities were clean and well set up. A top tip: definitely hire towels and swimmers, as the smell is quite strong and tends to linger. Overall, a unique and enjoyable experience.
Great time
Roving60256511103,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really good time. We were alone in the mud spa so it was really funny. The sulphur spa is just in front of the geothermal park so that’s really beautiful. The staff is really nice !! Thank you very much. Just be careful if you have a sensitive skin (atopic) you could have some reactions.
Fantastic experience.
janoQ1506IV,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This experience was amazing, it was pouring rain the whole time, imagine if it was a nice day.
Fun and relaxing
Sherpa53343590666,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My daughter and I loved the experience. Would definitely do it next time in NZ
Afternoon mud bath
hydeheath,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Efficient check in, staff gave detailed instructions. Mud bath was fine, loved the hot pools. Showers were nice and warm
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