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Hell's Gate Mud Bath and Sulphur Spas in Rotorua
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Hell's Gate Mud Bath and Sulphur Spas in Rotorua

by Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve Mud Spa

1 hour
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1 hour
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
NZ$162NZ$180Save 10%
2 adults × NZ$81
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

The Hell's Gate Mud Bath and Sulphur Spas in Rotorua offers a one-hour spa experience. Visitors begin by applying natural mud from Hell's Gate onto their skin. This mud has been used by the local Maori for over 800 years to cleanse the skin. After covering the body with the mud, guests rinse it off. Next, they enter the sulphur spa pools to exfoliate and further cleanse the skin. While in the spa pools, visitors can see the geothermal reserve nearby, which includes steaming vents and hot springs. The experience includes access to both the mud bath and sulphur spa facilities. Swimwear and towels are not included but can be rented onsite. Food and drinks are not provided. Operating days and hours may vary, so checking the Hell’s Gate website for current information and last entrance times is recommended. The mud bath is suitable for children aged 2.5 years and older, and the sulphur spa is open to children from 6 months old. Pregnant women and people with heart problems or serious medical conditions should consult a health professional before using the facilities.

Highlights

Mud bath and sulphur spas used by Maori for over 800 years
Located in Rotorua, New Zealand
Duration of the experience is approximately one hour
Minimum age is 2.5 years for mud bath and 6 months for sulphur spa
Swimwear and towels available to hire onsite
Not recommended for pregnant women without medical advice and heart conditions

What's included

Access to the Mud Bath and Sulphur Spas

What's not included

Food and drinks
Hire of swimwear and towels 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.

End 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.

Languages

English (guide)Japanese (guide)English (guide)French (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all fitness levels
Operating days and hours vary; check Hell’s Gate website for current times and last entries
Pregnant women are advised against using bathing facilities but may choose to do so after consulting a health professional
Not advisable for guests with heart conditions or serious medical issues
Minimum age is 2.5 years for Mud Bath and 6 months for Sulphur Spa
Children aged 5 to 15 are considered as such; under 4s enter free when with a paying adult
Total
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