Hells Gate Tauranga Shore Excursion

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Bound for Rotorua (appx 1.5hr), enjoy an array of our all inclusive snacks & bottled water, sit back and take in the many beautiful scenic views.

Take a geothermal walk which takes between one and one and a half hours, as well as Māori carving. Then bathe in our world-famous mud baths and soak in the sulphur spas and cool plunge pool.

We will do additional sightseeing activities to enhance your experience up to the maximum time available to allow a comfortable return to the cruise ship.

Activities may include: Redwoods walk, Kuirau Park, Rotorua Lakefront, Scenic drive to Lake Tarawera lookout and viewing of the hidden paintings.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Comfortable footwear is recommended

Bathing at Hells Gate is not recommended for pregnant travelers

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Snacks

Lunch

What To Expect

Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa

Take a self-guided interactive geothermal walk before indulging in geothermal mud and sulphur waters, experiencing the healing properties local Māori have been using for centuries. It’s a Rotorua experience you’ll never forget. Includes geothermal walk which takes between one and one and a half hours, as well as Māori carving. Then bathe in the world-famous mud baths and soak in the sulphur spas and cool plunge pool.

2 hours•Admission Included

Government Gardens

Rotorua Government Gardens - Originally known as Paepaekumana, the local Māori iwi (tribe) gifted 50 acres of land to the Crown in the late 1800'a 'for the benefit of the people of the world". At the Government Gardens you'll see the Wangapipiro Rachel Pool which is known for its therapeutic water which has antiseptic properties due to its alkaline content.

15 minutes•Admission Not Applicable