Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Geothermal Walk in Rotorua

Discover Hell's Gate through native bush and clouds of geothermal steam, or settle into its mud baths and sulphur spas. Choose a walk-only visit, a bathing experience, or a combination of both to explore the reserve and its long tradition of geothermal bathing.

• Try Māori carving and a mud foot pool with either geothermal walk option
• Cool off in the plunge pool included with both bathing options
• Share large communal mud baths or enjoy semi-private baths designed for couples and families with the bathing-only option

What's Included

• Self-guided map for geothermal walk options
• Complimentary guided tours with the walk-only option, subject to availability
• Changing rooms and showers with the bathing-only option
• Complimentary shuttle pickup and drop-off from your property within Rotorua Central

Important details

• Children aged 0–15 require an accompanying paying adult. Children aged 0–4 join free of charge.
• Mud baths are suitable only for children older than 2.5 years; sulphur spas are suitable only for children older than 6 months.
• This activity is not recommended if you have certain medical conditions, including high blood pressure or epilepsy.
• For bathing, bring swimwear and a towel, or hire them on site for $5 per item, subject to availability. Hire charges are not included in the listed price.
• Dress children aged 0–4 in bathing suits or disposable nappies for bathing.
• Drink water while bathing to stay hydrated.