Experience the best of New Zealand’s natural and cultural highlights in one unforgettable day. Explore Hell’s Gate, the country’s most active geothermal park, with steaming vents, bubbling mud pools, erupting waters, and colorful mineral terraces, while learning about Māori traditions and the historical use of geothermal energy. Then, relax at Putāruru Blue Springs, famous for its crystal-clear, vivid blue water and tranquil native bush walks, perfect for photos and quiet reflection. Finish with a visit to Tirau, a quirky rural town known for its corrugated iron sheep and dog buildings, creative architecture, and charming cafés. This journey offers an ideal mix of adventure, culture, stunning scenery, and unique New Zealand experiences that leave lasting memories.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $227.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 13.
Morning Pick-Up from Hotel Auckland CBD: 5:45am onward It will take approximately about 15 minutes to complete the pickups. Departure 6:00 am Travel: Auckland to Tirau Approximately (2hrs drive covering 175kms) via SH 1.
You will be boarding a shuttle bus service provided by Hell's Gate at 9:50am at iSite Rotorua and will be heading to Hell's gate geothermal experience. Next, you will visit Hell's Gate Geothermal Park: Experience the dramatic geothermal landscapes, including a self-guided walk through bubbling mud pools, steaming vents, and sulphur lakes. Enjoy a rejuvenating mud bath or sulphur spa. The mud bath experience is limited 20 minutes for health and safety reasons. Please have your lunch at the Hell's gate before boarding the shuttle bus at 1:30pm A shuttle bus will drop you at iSite Rotorua city. You will be joining the other tourists again, and we will be doing an hour driving highlights tour of Rotorua, while we pickup our lovely co-tourists from other attractions and drop off anyone who is checking in to Rotorua Hotels.
After completeing the Hell's Gate Experience, you will be returning to iSite, Rotorua using the Hell's Gate Shuttle by which departs at 1:30 PM. You will be picked by our tour guide at 1:50 PM from iSite, Rotorua.
From iSite, Rotorua, with other customers on board, a 50 minuted drive, we will head to Putāruru Blue Springs is a crystal-clear freshwater spring in Waikato, New Zealand, known for its vivid blue color and exceptionally pure water that supplies much of Auckland’s drinking water. Surrounded by native bush, it offers an easy scenic walk and tranquil views.
Tirau is a small, charming town located in the Waikato region of New Zealand, known for its quirky corrugated iron sculptures and creative architecture. Positioned along State Highway 1, it serves as a popular stopover for travelers heading to Rotorua, Taupo, and beyond. The town is famous for its giant corrugated iron sheep and dog buildings, housing the local i-SITE visitor center and a wool shop, adding to its unique character. Tirau is also home to cozy cafes, boutique shops, and local art, making it an interesting and delightful stop. Arrive 8.15 am 2. Dog and Sheep Shaped Corrugated Metal Buildings, Tirau New Zealand We recommend travelers to take a bathroom break and buy coffee or snacks. (15 minutes). You can pre-order to some of the recommended cafe's while we are on the way to Tirau to save time. Departure 8.30 am Travel: Tirau to Mudpool - Wai-O-Tapu Approximately 1hr 10mins(80 km) via State Hwy 5
We pickup only from hotels located within AUCKLAND CBD or Airport Regions. Kindly arrive at your hotel entrance at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time. Look out for a vehicle displaying the sign or the vehicle number provided to you for easy identification. To ensure a smooth experience, please make sure you have shared the correct hotel address and contact details with us. If possible, we recommend using a local SIM card or enabling international roaming, and installing WhatsApp for convenient communication throughout your trip.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ex Auckland - HELL's GATE with Mud Spa, Plunge Pool & Blue Spring lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $198 per person for this Auckland experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $227. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We pickup only from hotels located within AUCKLAND CBD or Airport Regions. Kindly arrive at your hotel entrance at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time. Look out for a vehicle displaying the sign or the vehicle number provided to you for easy identification. To ensure a smooth experience, please make sure you have shared the correct hotel address and contact details with us. If possible, we recommend using a local SIM card or enabling international roaming, and installing WhatsApp for convenient communication throughout your trip. Pickup points include Auckland Intl Airport, SkyCity Hotel Auckland.
The experience is available in EN.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Ex Auckland - HELL's GATE with Mud Spa, Plunge Pool & Blue Spring | 12 hours | 3.0 (1) | $198 | |
 Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Spas | 1 hour | 4.4 (555) | $51 | View |
 Te Puia & Hells Gate incl. Mud Spa Experience Private Tour | 13 hours | 4.9 (8) | $736 | View |
 Hell's Gate Geothermal Walk | 1–2 hours | 4.7 (146) | $26 | View |
 TRIPLE DEAL Wai-O-Tapu, Redwood Forest & Blue Springs Ex Auckland | 12 hours | 4.9 (43) | $198 | View |
 Auckland: WAI O TAPU Rotorua, Polynesian Spa & Blue Springs Tour | 11–12 hours | 5.0 (1) | $215 | View |
 WAI ARIKI Hot Springs, Redwood Treewalk & Blue Spring Ex Auckland | 12 hours | — | $227 | View |
From Tirau, we head back to Auckland CBD, on the way back, we will drop off our friendly tourists at the Airport Transfer, and Airport hotels.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 3.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by ENZOY TOURS.
