The Hell's Gate Experience
Overview
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Spend a few hours experiencing the wonders of Rotorua’s most unique geothermal reserve at Hell’s Gate. Take part in the guided or self-guided interactive geothermal walk, before trying your hand at Maori carving in the interactive carving house. Then indulge in our geothermal mud and sulphur waters, experiencing the healing properties local Maori have been using for centuries. It’s a Rotorua experience you’ll never forget.
Complimentary guided tours depart daily, please see Hell's Gate website for latest departure times.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 travellers 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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Guided or Self-Guided Geothermal Walk
Complimentary Māori carving
Bathe in Mud Bath & Sulphur Spas
Food & Drink
Towels & Swimwear
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa
Combine all three of Hell’s Gate’s most popular experiences with this package. Take part in the guided or self-guided, interactive geothermal walk, before indulging in our geothermal mud baths and sulphur spas. It’s a Rotorua experience you’ll never forget.
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The Hell's Gate Experience
Reviews
294 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Put this on your bucket list
Peter H,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00A great experience, our guide was really knowledgable and the mud bath and mineral baths were so relaxing. Overall it was a whole lot of fun.
Hells Gate Rejuvenate
Janice E,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00A wonderful experience. Easy self walking tour. Friendly informative staff. Rejuvenating thermal spas and mud pools
Wow what a place. I never...
ORYITZHAK N,
Sep 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wow what a place. I never saw this kind of sightseeing. All these hot springs were amazing, and the walk in the site was very interesting with the self guided commentary. The hot pools and mud were very nice.
Hike and then Hot Springs
Amanda P,
Aug 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Loved the hike around the geysers and hot springs! Loved getting to use the mud and hot spring spa at the end. My skin felt radiant for a week!
Wonderful park
Linda S,
Apr 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00We really enjoyed walking through the Hells Gate park. We did the self guided, but you do have the option of a free guide. The times for those were 1030 and 230. So it depends on what you prefer. We started at 1230 and there were very few people out on the walkways. Had the park pretty much to ourselves. It was a little rainy the day we went, so maybe that's why. It was worth the long drive to see this unique place.
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