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15 Best Rotorua Geothermal Parks

The geothermal tickets compared: Wai-O-Tapu’s Champagne Pool in mineral oranges, Hell’s Gate’s mud baths you actually sit in and steaming terraces across the volcanic plateau. The sulfur smell is the entry fee your nose pays.

3.Hell’s Gate Mud Bath & Spas

Experience the healing powers of Rotorua's geothermal mud baths and sulfur spas. Relax, rejuvenate, and enjoy stunning views at Hells Gate for about $55.

★ 4.5

“We persevered with the trip despite the pouring rain and we were assured the rain would make the views even better and they were right! The walk was beautiful. We then hit the mud baths which was really fun and the hot pools after were…”

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4.Hells Gate Mud Bath and Sulphur Spa Experience

Experience Rotorua's geothermal wonder at Hells Gate with a mud bath and sulfur spa. Relax, exfoliate, and learn about Maori traditions in just an hour.

★ 4.6

“We had a great time here, for $20 each we upgraded our ticket to include the walk around the geysers outside in the park too. The mud bath was great and our skin felt great afterwards. The hot baths were lovely. We rented towels to…”

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6.The Hell’s Gate Experience

Explore Rotorua’s geothermal wonders with Hells Gate’s guided or self-guided walks, mud baths, and Maori carving. An authentic, relaxing experience for most travelers.

★ 4.5

“A wonderful experience. Easy self walking tour. Friendly informative staff. Rejuvenating thermal spas and mud pools”

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9.Rotorua: Hell’s Gate Geothermal Walk

Explore Rotorua’s geothermal wonders on a self-guided or guided walk at Hell’s Gate. See bubbling mud, geysers, and hot waterfalls in this active volcanic area.

★ 4.4

“This was an interesting geothermal area and it was especially interesting to see the vegetated section and the hot waterfall! The guide was excellent and we learned a great deal about the vegetation, as well as the properties of the various pools - even got…”

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11.Geothermal Adults Only Mineral Bathing – Pavilion Pools Bathing Ticket

Relax in Rotorua’s adults-only geothermal pools with stunning lake views, varied mineral waters, and peaceful surroundings for a rejuvenating experience.

★ 4.5

“Multiple thermal pools of varying temps, half of them are acidic, the other half alkaline. You can rent towels and swimsuits if needed. Complimentary baskets for your things are available poolside, or you can rent a locker. Beautiful lakeside view.”

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12.Hell’s Gate Geothermal Walk

Discover Rotorua's geothermal wonderland with Hell's Gate's self-guided walk, mud pools, and Maori carvings for an authentic New Zealand experience.

★ 4.5

“Fantastic place, great walk and learning, even in winter and even if choose not taking the bath, impressive and well maintained natural treasure. Such a shame that the reception staff was so unhappy on the day of our visit.”

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14.Whaka Geothermal Trails Self-Guided Tour

Discover Rotorua's geothermal wonders on a self-guided trail through steaming lakes, thermal pools, geysers, and native forest with this affordable, flexible tour.

★ 3.5

“Really lovely walk with great information all the way around we weren’t disappointed. Saw the geyser at the end”

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