ROTORUA - Hell's Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa Day Trip
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About This Experience in Tauranga
Why Visit Tauranga?
Tauranga, New Zealand offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Tauranga provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Tauranga
You can reach Tauranga, New Zealand by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take airport shuttles, taxis, rideshare services, or public transportation to reach the city center. Rental cars are also popular for exploring the surrounding areas.
What's Included
- Entry to Hell’s Gate Geothermal Park with self guided walk
- Round-trip transportation from the Port of Tauranga with knowledge driver/guide
- Mud bath and sulphur spa experience
- Vehicle located directly outside the cruise ship passenger exit
- Complimentary mud foot pool, cool plunge pool and Māori carving
- Full refund if your ship doesn't make it into port
What's Not Included
- Driver Gratuities
- Please note lunch is not included in this tour - cafe at venue
- No toilet onboard vehicle
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total duration includes travel time.
- Times may vary or alter to suit the arrival of the cruise ship
- Gold ***** Qualmark Operator
- Full refund if your cruise ship doesn't make it into port
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
- This tour is only offered on cruise ship days, as it’s specifically scheduled to align with cruise arrivals.
- Minimum number 6 passengers to enable the tour to go ahead
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Trip Advisor Hall of Fame, Gold Qualmark & NZ PoolSafeWhen you exit the port gates, turn RIGHT and walk about 20 metres. You'll spot a RED flag and our advertising boards, that's where your driver and bus will be waiting. Please wait there as the driver will be looking out for you.
End Point
This very large old tree, estimated to be approximately 600 years oldWhen you exit the port gates, turn RIGHT and walk about 20 metres. You'll spot a RED flag and our advertising boards, that's where your driver and bus will be waiting. Please wait there as the driver will be looking out for you.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point
Pickup Time: 15 minutes before departure
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Trip Advisor Hall of Fame, Gold Qualmark & NZ PoolSafe
Trip Advisor Hall of Fame, Gold Qualmark & NZ PoolSafe. This iconic open aired hot ocean water pools treats your body, soul and mind. Outdoor spas with massage jets & large relaxation pool with shoulder spouts 39 degrees, active pool to cool off or swim 33 degrees, children's pool with mini slide and fountains, indoor private pools and onsite massage therapy. Accessibility friendly facility. As far back as 500BC, Hippocrates recognized the health benefits of warmed seawater to rebalance and detoxify our bodies. Salt water bathing was believed to improve mobility by easing muscle/joint aches and pains. A natural escape in the heart of Mount Maunganui. Soak in our Hot Ocean Water Pools, followed by an onsite massage for ultimate relaxation.
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Travelling down SH33 we pass Okere Falls, a...
Travelling down SH33 we pass Okere Falls, a small town located between Rotorua and Tauranga. The town is situated on the shore of the Okere Inlet of Lake Rotoiti, from which the Kaituna River flows north towards the Bay of Plenty. A stunning location.
Combine all three of Hell’s Gate most popular... 3 hours
Combine all three of Hell’s Gate most popular experiences with this 3 hour package. Take advantage of the self-guided interactive geothermal walk (map is provided on arrival) before indulging in our geothermal mud and sulphur waters, experiencing the healing properties local Māori have been using for centuries. It’s a Rotorua experience you’ll never forget. Includes: Geothermal walk, Mud baths, Sulphur spas, Complimentary Māori carving, Complimentary Mud foot pool, Complimentary Cool plunge pool. Note: * wear old swimwear as may smell of sulphur after * check out FAQ's https://www.hellsgate.co.nz/faqs
Bay Oval is a cricket ground in Mount...
Bay Oval is a cricket ground in Mount Maunganui, Tauranga in the Bay of Plenty area of New Zealand. The ground was built in Blake Park and opened in 2005. Bay Oval has hosted men's and women's international limited overs matches since 2014. It hosted its first Test match in November 2019. Blake Park hosts other sporting activities such as Rugby, Hockey, Netball and Soccer.
Zespri International Limited HQ is the world’s largest...
Zespri International Limited HQ is the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, selling kiwifruit in more than 50 countries. They work with around 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the best-quality Zespri Kiwifruit which they supply through our distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers.
This very large old tree, estimated to be...
This very large old tree, estimated to be approximately 600 years old is the last remaining pre-European Pōhutukawa on the Mt Maunganui ‘sand bar’ and has local Ngäi Te Rangi Iwi significance. It has been reported that in the early days of settlement, several skeletons of pre-European origin were located at the tree's base in a kneeling ceremonial position. Māori leader Kihi Ngatai (Ngai Te Rangi) was quoted in the Bay of Plenty Times that during Cyclone Bola several of the branches broke off and that local Māori would not allow council to cut the tree, as the deceased were once hung from the branches until they decomposed. Their bones were then buried underneath it.
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