Hell's Gate Mud Spa & Thermal Park Group Day Tour from Auckland
Overview
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12 hours
Mobile ticket
Start your adventure with a hotel pickup at SkyCity Hotel, Auckland CBD, between 5:45 AM and 6:00 AM. Our friendly drivers, in clearly marked vehicles, will ensure your day begins smoothly. Be ready at the pickup point 10 minutes prior.
If needed, we'll pick up additional tourists from Hamilton City before reaching Tirau. This charming town, known for its unique corrugated iron sculptures, is a perfect spot for a 15-minute coffee break and photos.
At iSite Rotorua, board a 9:50 AM shuttle to Hell's Gate Geothermal Park. Explore geothermal wonders on a self-guided walk, and enjoy a mud bath or sulphur spa. Lunch is available at Hell's Gate before returning on the 1:30 PM shuttle.
Rejoin your group for a Rotorua highlights tour, then enjoy a 15-minute break at Mercer. Return to SkyCity Auckland around 6:00 PM.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveling time will be approximately 12hrs including the tour guide, meal, attraction and sight seeing
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Tour Guide
Per person
Dinner
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Add On's - Entrance Fees
What To Expect
Auckland
Morning Pick-Up from Hotel Auckland CBD: 5:45am onward It will take approximately about 15 minutes to complete the pickups. Departure 6:00 am Travel: Auckland to Tirau Approximately (2hrs drive covering 175kms) via SH 1.
Dog and Sheep Shaped Corrugated Metal Buildings
Tirau is a small, charming town located in the Waikato region of New Zealand, known for its quirky corrugated iron sculptures and creative architecture. Positioned along State Highway 1, it serves as a popular stopover for travelers heading to Rotorua, Taupo, and beyond. The town is famous for its giant corrugated iron sheep and dog buildings, housing the local i-SITE visitor center and a wool shop, adding to its unique character. Tirau is also home to cozy cafes, boutique shops, and local art, making it an interesting and delightful stop. Arrive 8.15 am 2. Dog and Sheep Shaped Corrugated Metal Buildings, Tirau New Zealand We recommend travelers to take a bathroom break and buy coffee or snacks. (15 minutes). You can pre-order to some of the recommended cafe's while we are on the way to Tirau to save time. Departure 8.30 am Travel: Tirau to Mudpool - Wai-O-Tapu Approximately 1hr 10mins(80 km) via State Hwy 5
Options
Hell's Gate Geothermal MudSpa
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Not enough time
Heidi F,
Mar 12, 2025
- Viator
3.00Not enough time at Hell's Gate in the actual springs/baths. Although the tour was informative and interesting it didn't leave us with enough time to enjoy the springs and baths. Also, the driver wasn't aware of ongoing road construction so we were delayed over an hour and half causing everything else we were supposed to do to be rushed. There was little communication between us and the driver about the plan once the construction delays happened. Some of this construction had been going on for a while so the tour company should have been aware of it and warned us as well as made alternative plans to avoid it if possible or at least communicated it to us in advance. Had I not reached out during the drive to corporate we wouldn't have known anything at all.
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