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Mud Baths and Sulphur Spas at Hell's Gate, Rotorua

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Rotorua, New Zealand, has 125 activities, tours and experiences to book. Don't miss: Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens. Also worth exploring nearby: Tauranga.

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Mud Baths and Sulphur Spas at Hell's Gate, Rotorua

4.4(553)· Rotorua· By Hells Gate Geothermal Reserve and Mud Spa

Duration

1 h

Language

Chinese, Japanese, English, French

Guidance

Guide

Group

Up to 15 pers.

Booking

Instant confirmation

Lead time

Book up to 12 h before departure

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Tickets

One per booking

Cancellation

Free cancellation available

From €46 per person

1 to 15 travelers per booking.

1 × Adult × €46€46
Total€46

Overview

Enjoy the rejuvenating benefits of the mud baths and sulphur spas at Hell’s Gate in Rotorua. Used by local Maori for over 800 years, this site offers a skin-care ritual starting with a unique mud bath to open pores and cleanse the skin. The experience continues with a soak in a sulphur spa to exfoliate and purify the skin. While relaxing, you can admire the surrounding geothermal reserve for a complete revitalisation of body and mind.

What's included

  • ✓Bathe in Mud Bath & Sulphur Spas

Not included

  • ✕Food and drinks
  • ✕Swimwear and Towels available to hire onsite

Available options

Choose your option when you book.

Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Spas

from €46
English, French, Chinese, Japanese

Activity itinerary

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.

Places visited

Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa

How to use your ticket

Ticket handed over by the operator on site

Meeting point

Hell's Gate is located just outside of Rotorua's city centre. From the city simply travel east on State Highway 30. At approximately 5 minutes past the airport, you will turn right towards Whakatane. Hell's Gate is 3kms down this road.

The return is at the same place.

What to know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
  • Opening days and hours may vary; please check the Hell’s Gate website for the latest updates and last entry times.
  • Pregnant women are advised against using the bathing facilities; please consult a healthcare professional.
  • Not recommended for travellers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
  • The minimum age is 2.5 years for the mud bath and 6 months for the sulphur spa.
  • Children are aged 5 to 15; free for those under 4 accompanied by a paying adult.
  • The activity can accommodate a maximum of 15 travellers.
  • Confirmation is received immediately upon booking.

Travelers

Infant (0-4 years)Child (5-15 years)Adult (16-99 years)

1 traveler(s) minimum · 15 maximum per booking.

At least one adult required per booking.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

Who is it for?

  • Travellers seeking wellness and relaxation treatments
  • Families with children (from 6 months depending on the facility)
  • People with reduced mobility

What makes it different

  • Use of traditional Maori treatments practiced for 800 years
  • Combination of mud baths and sulphur spas within a geothermal reserve

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the activity?

The experience includes access to the mud baths and sulphur spas.

Is bathing equipment provided?

Swimwear and towels are not included but are available for hire on-site.

Is the activity guided?

Yes, a guide accompanies the group, with services available in English, French, Japanese, and Chinese.

Reviews

4.44.4(553)
5 stars
383
4 stars
87
3 stars
44
2 stars
21
1 star
18

Product code: 27395P2

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