Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve and Mud Spa

Sink into mineral-rich mud baths and soothing sulfur pools at Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve for a Māori healing tradition passed down for generations.

Explore New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, home to bubbling mud pools, steaming fumaroles, and the Southern Hemisphere's largest hot waterfall.

Wander past steaming vents, mud volcanoes, and the famous Kakahi Falls.

Shuttle transfers from Rotorua Central make getting to this legendary spa experience easy and convenient.

This ticket is the full-access pass to Hell’s Gate Geothermal Reserve, with access to mud and sulfur pools, and Māori carving activities.

Pick your path through three different walking tracks. You'll pass through mud pools, steaming cliffs, and pockets of native bush.

Visit the Kakahi Falls and the constantly shifting mud volcano, plus join a Māori carving session to learn the stories and techniques that bring wood to life.

Bathe in nutrient-rich geothermal mud and sulfur pools, a tradition enjoyed by Māori warriors for centuries.

Every visit supports the preservation of Māori heritage and Rotorua’s geothermal environment.

Step into New Zealand's most active geothermal reserve with steaming mud pools, erupting geysers, and the country's largest hot waterfall.

Try your hand at traditional Māori carving, an interactive, creative experience unique to Hell’s Gate.

Join a guided tour to uncover ancient legends and geological wonders, or explore at your own rhythm with a self-guided map.

Complimentary shuttle makes getting to and from Rotorua’s central area effortless and stress-free.

All ages can enjoy the geothermal walk, while the carving experience is open to guests aged 12 and above.