Take a guided or self-guided interactive tour of New Zealand’s most active geothermal reserve. See erupting waters, an active mud volcano, land coral and a hot waterfall.  Experience getting your hands dirty, and try your hand at Māori carving. You’ll soon discover the legends and myths behind Hell’s Gate.

Includes:

• Geothermal walk
• Complimentary Māori carving

Free Guided-Tour

Complimentary guided-tours run daily at 10:30am and 2:30pm, subject to availability. Alternatively, a self-guided map is provided on arrival. 

Additional Information

• Children must be aged 12 and over to participate in the carving.
• All complimentary services are subject to availability.

Shuttle

Hell's Gate provides a complimentary shuttle pick-up and drop-off, available from within the Rotorua central area.  Bookings are essential, please phone +64 (0)7 345 3151 or send an email to info@hellsgate.co.nz.

Pick-up Rotorua 9:50am, Depart Hell's Gate 1:30pm

Pick-up Rotorua 1:50pm, Depart Hell's Gate 5:30pm

Please note, when booking a shuttle pick-up, you are automatically booked onto the scheduled return. 

Feeling hungry? Our on-site café is the perfect place to relax and enjoy delicious homemade kai (food) and locally roasted Mourea Coffee, all set within an active geothermal reserve.

More information can be found on our FAQ page at https://www.hellsgate.co.nz/faqs  and on our T&Cs page at https://www.hellsgate.co.nz/terms-and-conditions