Experience the best of Hell’s Gate with a journey that combines Rotorua’s geothermal landscapes, rich Māori heritage, and renowned natural wellness experiences. Set within New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, this immersive adventure invites you to discover bubbling mud pools, steaming cliffs, and fascinating cultural stories before unwinding in the region’s famous healing waters.

Begin with a guided or self-guided interactive walk through the geothermal reserve, where you’ll encounter erupting waters, an active mud volcano, a steaming hot waterfall, and unique geothermal formations. Wander through native bush shrouded in clouds of steam, learn about the legends connected to this remarkable landscape, and enjoy hands-on cultural experiences such as Māori carving and the healing mud foot pool. The geothermal walk typically takes between one and one and a half hours, allowing plenty of time to explore the reserve’s most iconic features.

After your geothermal adventure, relax and rejuvenate with Hell’s Gate’s world-famous mud baths and sulphur spas. Cover your skin in mineral-rich geothermal mud before soaking in the warm sulphur waters, a wellness tradition local Māori have embraced for more than 800 years. Complete the experience with a refreshing dip in the cool plunge pool and enjoy the revitalising effects of Rotorua’s natural geothermal environment. Combining extraordinary scenery, cultural discovery, and deep relaxation in one unforgettable experience, Hell’s Gate offers a uniquely Rotorua adventure that will leave you feeling refreshed, inspired, and connected to one of New Zealand’s most remarkable landscapes.