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Couple enjoying a mud bath at Hell's Gate geothermal park.
Visitors enjoying geothermal mud bath at Hell's Gate, surrounded by lush greenery and steam.
People enjoying a mud bath at Hell's Gate geothermal park.
Group enjoying Hell's Gate mud bath in a natural setting.
Group enjoying Hell's Gate mud bath in New Zealand surrounded by lush greenery.
Hell's Gate geothermal mud bath area with wooden walkway and lush greenery at dusk.
Couple enjoying a mud bath at Hell's Gate geothermal spa at sunset.
Hell's Gate geothermal mud bath area with wooden walkway and surrounding greenery.
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  • 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.

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  • 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.

from
NZ$90
Visitors photographing geothermal steam at Hell's Gate, New Zealand.
Person enjoying a mud facial at Hell's Gate geothermal park.
Visitors walking through geothermal steam at Hell's Gate, New Zealand.
Couple standing amidst geothermal steam at Hell's Gate, New Zealand.
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  • 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.

More details

  • 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.

from
NZ$115

Pro tips to help you make a pick

Plan to arrive 15–20 minutes before your session to allow time for check-in, changing, and preparation.

Weekday mornings and early afternoon sessions are typically quieter and more relaxing.

While the bathing experience is 60 minutes, allow around 1.5 hours total for a smooth visit.

Evening slots, especially Fridays and weekends, tend to book out fastest.

Combine your visit with lakefront walks, dining, or nearby attractions in central Rotorua for a well-rounded experience.

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About Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa

Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa is more than just a spa—it’s a curated wellness experience rooted in indigenous knowledge and geothermal healing. Move through a sequence of mineral pools, hydrotherapy zones, and relaxation spaces, all designed to restore balance and well-being. Book your Wai Ariki bathing experience and enjoy one of Rotorua’s most unique relaxation experiences.


Address1047 Whakaue Street, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand
Year opened2023
Visitors per year50000
Expected wait time - Standard0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

Wai Ariki is one of Rotorua’s newest premium wellness experiences, blending modern spa design with traditional Māori healing practices.

The spa uses naturally heated geothermal water, rich in minerals known for relaxation and skin benefits.

Wai Ariki focuses on shared wellness spaces, encouraging a quiet, mindful environment rather than a recreational hot pool setting.

The spa is deeply rooted in Ngāti Whakaue Māori culture, with wellness practices inspired by ancestral healing traditions rather than just recreational soaking.

The bathing journey begins with a cultural grounding ritual (Te Hihiri), setting an intentional tone before entering the pools—adding a spiritual layer to the experience.

Why visit Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa?

Māori-inspired wellness experience

Experience geothermal bathing rooted in Māori traditions, designed to restore balance, relax the body, and calm the mind through a guided wellness journey.

Multi-pool geothermal circuit

Move through a sequence of pools, including hot mineral baths, hydrotherapy features, herbal infusions, and a cold plunge, each offering different therapeutic benefits.

Structured, uncrowded sessions

Timed entry ensures a calm and controlled environment, allowing guests to enjoy the experience without overcrowding or long wait times.

Central lakefront location

Located in Rotorua near Lake Rotorua, the spa is easily accessible and perfect to combine with dining, shopping, or sightseeing.

Perfect for relaxation and recovery

Whether after travel or exploring geothermal sites, Wai Ariki offers a rejuvenating break with therapeutic waters and quiet relaxation zones.

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What our guests say

Margaret W

United States
Couple
Today
We loved the facilities at Hell's Gate Mud baths. The staff was friendly and helpful answering all our questions. The variety of pools including mud, sulphur, warm and cool were fun as well as invigorating. The facility was excellent including clean changing areas, showers, gift shop and cafe. We enjoyed the entire Hell's Gate experience and found nice gifts to take home to our friends.

Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Sulphur Spa Tickets

Kevin P

Australia
Couple
Last week
Very relaxing morning , staff looked after you and very pleasant suroundings. Very unique spreading warm mud all over each other. Would recomend it to everyone.

Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Sulphur Spa Tickets

Robert B

Australia
Group
2 weeks ago
The experience was well organised. Well executed. The staff and team were friendly. Very helpful. Went out of their way to assist. Would highly recommend this experience. Our experience started at the 4 pm timeslot and finished around at 8 o'clock.

Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Sulphur Spa Tickets

Elena P

Australia
Solo
Dec 2025
Staff were wonderful!! Mid bath experience was awesome, just wish it went for 30 minutes instead of 20, it goes by too fast. Bathrooms very clean and in line with the beautiful natural rock in the area. Definitely recommend

Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Sulphur Spa Tickets

Andrew T

Australia
Couple
Last week
Impressive landscape and experience. The mud bath does wonderful things to your skin and the cold plunge pool is very refreshing. A must do experience.

Hell's Gate All-Inclusive: Walk, Mud Bath & Spa Tickets

Hazel E

New Zealand
Group
2 weeks ago
Fantastic day out for the whole family. Enjoyed from 8y - 75y old here. Great guides and friendly staff and fantastic experiences. Great way to spend the day in Rotorua

Hell's Gate All-Inclusive: Walk, Mud Bath & Spa Tickets

Anah W

Czech Republic
Solo
Dec 2025
Lovely guide the one with the long name, Ngati ..... Informative korero (talk) about how the place got its name and the original Maori name. Therapeutic mud at the wahine (woman) medicine pool. And delicious full body mud bath really key for a good cleanse and soak afterwards. Thank you Ngaa mihi Nui. (I couldn't smile in the pic due to the mud.)

Hell's Gate All-Inclusive: Walk, Mud Bath & Spa Tickets

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