Overview
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Join us and experience the magic of New Zealand’s most distinctive geothermal destination.
Relax in rejuvenating mud baths and soothing sulphur spas on an unforgettable journey to Hell's Gate Geothermal Park. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of the Southern Hemisphere’s largest hot waterfall. Steeped in ancient myths and legends this extraordinary land has been a source of healing and wonder for generations.
* Times may vary or alter to suit the arrival of the cruise ship
* Gold Qualmark ***** Tour Operator
* Full refund if ship doesn't make it into port
* Minimum of 6 passengers required to enable this trip to go ahead
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Total duration includes travel time.
Times may vary or alter to suit the arrival of the cruise ship
Gold ***** Qualmark Operator
Full refund if your cruise ship doesn't make it into port
Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
This tour is only offered on cruise ship days, as it’s specifically scheduled to align with cruise arrivals.
Minimum number 6 passengers to enable the tour to go ahead
What To Expect
Mount Hot Pools
Trip Advisor Hall of Fame, Gold Qualmark & NZ PoolSafe. This iconic open aired hot ocean water pools treats your body, soul and mind. Outdoor spas with massage jets & large relaxation pool with shoulder spouts 39 degrees, active pool to cool off or swim 33 degrees, children's pool with mini slide and fountains, indoor private pools and onsite massage therapy. Accessibility friendly facility. As far back as 500BC, Hippocrates recognized the health benefits of warmed seawater to rebalance and detoxify our bodies. Salt water bathing was believed to improve mobility by easing muscle/joint aches and pains. A natural escape in the heart of Mount Maunganui. Soak in our Hot Ocean Water Pools, followed by an onsite massage for ultimate relaxation.
Mt Maunganui Main Beach
Drive around Mount Maunganui township and alongside one of the ‘best beaches’ in the world, Mount Main Beach is beautiful and showcases some stunning beach front houses and amazing views!
Options
ROTORUA - Hell's Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa Day Trip
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Entry to Hell’s Gate Geothermal Park with self guided walk
Round-trip transportation from the Port of Tauranga with knowledge driver/guide
Mud bath and sulphur spa experience
Vehicle located directly outside the cruise ship passenger exit
Complimentary mud foot pool, cool plunge pool and Māori carving
Full refund if your ship doesn't make it into port
Driver Gratuities
Please note lunch is not included in this tour - cafe at venue
No toilet onboard vehicle
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
50 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hells Gate - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ You will smell like farts but it's worth it!
S5155OUalyssam,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Paul was the best driver/tour guide ever!!! He's so kind! This was such an amazing experience. The geothermal walk was breath taking and the mud bath experience left my skin very smooth. Don't wear anything you care about though - you and your clothes will smell like fart after this and you won't be able to get the smell off of your clothes. Worth it though!!
the best!!
Explorer829434,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great day!!! our guide was not only a wonderful guide but chef, dish washer and historian to boot!!! We loved our time with him and enjoyed the whole experience so much! Thank you so very much
Excellent experience....
Jeff P,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience. Sticky (our driver / guide) was full of stories and information the entire drive. Van was comfortable and the ride was easy. The mud spa was good but the walk through the springs was just as good.
Well worth doing great experience
319alishat,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow from the moment we were picked up from the cruise ship at the port easy to find our tour people with their red flags and shirts to the time we were dropped off Was extremely pleasant the driver sticky was so very informative from buildings to nature all the different trees ect And when we got to hells gate everyone was helpful and the actual surroundings very interesting and the mud pools wow what an experience Even the homemade sausages rolls in the cafe were amazing 🤩
Fabulous time!
SingingAussiegirl,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00our driver was the best. thoroughly enjoyed the experience from the first moment! Many thanks for the highlight of our trip.
Recommend
Tourist26747453595,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly Recommend this experience
Mt Maunganui to Rotorua - mud glorious mud!
Marie G,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We walked off the ship and along to the area where tours are gathered. A little market was happening nearby. Gorgeous area. Take a photo of your tour company name so you can recognize them Great trip to Hells gate. Paul was a great guide. Thanks for the toilet stop. Fascinating to see the thermal spas. Plenty of time to see it all.
Excellent venue and...
GARRY L,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent venue and driver (Paul). We had lots of time to explore and take advantage of all that the site has to offer.
Great day, driver was...
Sean F,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day, driver was very friendly and knowledgeable. Staff at hells gate we’re very helpful. Enjoyable day
This trip was amaizing, we got to see the most beautiful landscapes and take the mud bath. An unforgetable experience
isabelamK6331GF,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved this trip, it was amaizing!! Te tour guide was very profesional and gave us a lot of fun facts and new info about NZ!
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