Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve and Mud Spa

Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve and Mud Spa is a unique experience located in Rotorua, New Zealand.

This geothermal park is the only place in New Zealand where visitors can immerse themselves in a geothermal mud bath. The park has been a treasured place of healing and revitalizing for the Maori people for over 500 years.

The park is located at 351 State Highway 30, Tikitere Rotorua, Tikitere, New Zealand. Visitors can choose between a complimentary guided tour or a self-guided map provided on arrival. Shuttle transfers are available, and pick-up is from within Rotorua central. Shuttle bookings are essential, and guided tour and shuttle times may vary. Visitors are advised to check the park's website or contact Hell's Gate reservation team for the latest information.

The Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve and Mud Spa experience is a therapeutic mud bath and sulfur spa. Visitors can soak in the thermal mud and acidic, sulfurous waters, just as the local Maori have done for over 800 years. The natural geothermal mud is applied to the skin while relaxing in the warm sulfurous waters for 20 minutes. The warm geothermal mud opens and cleans the skin's pores, and the sulfur spa provides a gentle exfoliation and deep cleansing. Visitors can follow the mud spa with a cool shower before relaxing in the hot sulfur mineral spa.

Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve and Mud Spa offers multiple spa experiences, including mud baths, sulfur spas, and geothermal walks. The park has daily guided tours and a map for a geothermal walk, allowing visitors to discover the best of Hell's Gate Geothermal Park in Rotorua. The park's staff is friendly and provides clear information and instructions, enabling visitors to enjoy their visit and have a memorable experience.

In conclusion, Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve and Mud Spa is a unique and unforgettable experience that visitors to Rotorua, New Zealand, should not miss. The park's therapeutic mud bath and sulfur spa, geothermal walks, and daily guided tours make it a must-visit destination for anyone looking to relax and rejuvenate in a natural and unique setting.