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Hells Gate & Te Puia Geothermal Valley Experience

On this comfortable private day tour from Auckland, explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in one day. Experience a personal encounter with our people, culture, and place at Te Puia. A place where mud pools bubble, geysers shoot steam high into the air and see iconic native kiwi birds in the viewing enclosure. Experience a traditional Hangi buffet lunch and traditional Māori concert combined to experience a land where myth and legend come to life, where the earth boils, and mud heals. Soak in hot steam, marvel at boiling mud pools at one of New Zealand’s most impressive geothermal wonderlands, Hell’s Gate mud spa. Your body and soul will feel revitalised after this soothing experience.

Duration

Full Day

Location

Auckland & Rotorua

Tour Type

Private Tour

Geothermal Wonders

Price From

NZ $599

Per Person

Tour Summary

On this comfortable private day tour from Auckland, explore the geothermal wonderlands of Rotorua in one day. Experience a personal encounter with our people, culture, and place at Te Puia. A place where mud pools bubble, geysers shoot steam high into the air and see iconic native kiwi birds in the viewing enclosure. Experience a traditional Hangi buffet lunch and traditional Māori concert combined to experience a land where myth and legend come to life, where the earth boils, and mud heals. Soak in hot steam, marvel at boiling mud pools at one of New Zealand’s most impressive geothermal wonderlands, Hell’s Gate mud spa. Your body and soul will feel revitalised after this soothing experience.

Tour Highlights

  • Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with opportunity for photo stops.

  • Chance to see the towering water jets of Pōhutu Geyser.

  • Spot the iconic New Zealand kiwi bird at the nocturnal house.

  • Up-close look at the valley's immense bubbling mud pools.

  • Insights into Māori heritage & historical uses of the land.

  • Traditional weaving tutorial to craft your own masterpiece.

  • Experience the magical qualities of the nutrient rich mud pool at Hell’s Gate.

  • Relax and rejuvenate yourself in the sulphur spa and cool plunge pool.

  • Promote good skin health and overall, well-being.

  • Soak up stunning views over the amazing geothermal reserve.

Journey Inclusions

  • Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.

  • Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland.

  • Complimentary refreshments and water onboard.

  • Complimentary high-speed internet onboard the minibus.

  • A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.

  • Luxurious temperature-controlled private transportation in a minibus.

  • Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities.

  • Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish.

Tour Inclusions

  • Admission to guided tour and hangi buffet lunch at Te Puia Geothermal Valley.

  • Admission to traditional Māori cultural performance.

  • Admission to Hell's Gate mud pools and sulphur spas.

  • Bathe in world-famous mud baths, soak in the sulphur spas & cool plunge pool.

Hells Gate

Hells Gate

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