Hell's Gate Geothermal Walk
Overview
Take a guided or self-guided tour of New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve, walking amongst erupting waters, an active mud volcano and land coral. Experience getting your hands dirty and try your hand at Māori carving. You’ll soon discover the legends and myths behind Hell’s Gate.
Complimentary guided tours depart daily, please see Hell's Gate website for latest departure times.
What's Included
- Guided or Self-Guided Geothermal Walk
- Bathe in Mud Bath & Sulphur Spas
- Food & Drink
Meeting Location
351 State Highway 30
Tikitere, Rotorua 3074, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-27395P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- Guided or Self-Guided Geothermal Walk.
- Bathe in Mud Bath & Sulphur Spas.
- Food & Drink.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hell's Gate Geothermal Walk is as follows:
- You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hell’s Gate Geothermal Walk will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Guided or Self-Guided Geothermal Walk
- Bathe in Mud Bath & Sulphur Spas
- Food & Drink
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- You must be able to walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
