Why choose this Auckland tour ?
Start your adventure with a hotel pickup at SkyCity Hotel, Auckland CBD, between 5:45 AM and 6:00 AM. Our friendly ENZOY TOURS drivers, in clearly marked vehicles, will ensure your day begins smoothly. Be ready at the pickup point 10 minutes prior.
If needed, we’ll pick up additional tourists from Hamilton City before reaching Tirau. This charming town, known for its unique corrugated iron sculptures, is a perfect spot for a 15-minute coffee break and photos.
At iSite Rotorua, board a 9:50 AM shuttle to Hell’s Gate Geothermal Park. Explore geothermal wonders on a self-guided walk, and enjoy a mud bath or sulphur spa. Lunch is available at Hell’s Gate before returning on the 1:30 PM shuttle.
Rejoin your group for a Rotorua highlights tour, then enjoy a 15-minute break at Mercer. Return to SkyCity Auckland around 6:00 PM.
Make the most of your Auckland adventure
What makes Hell’s Gate Mud Spa & Thermal Park Group Day Tour from Auckland a unique experience ?
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.
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
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.
The Redwood Forest, or Whakarewarewa Forest, located near Rotorua, is a serene and beautiful forest known for its towering Californian Coast Redwoods, some of which were planted in 1901. This forest offers a network of walking and biking trails that wind through the majestic redwoods, providing stunning views of the lush native plants and geothermal landscapes. The forest is a popular spot for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering a peaceful escape with its fresh air, impressive trees, and vibrant greenery.
On the way back to Auckland, We will have a brief stopover at Mercer, a small settlement in the Waikato region of New Zealand, offers scenic views of the Waikato River, New Zealand’s longest river. The river meanders through the lush, green landscape, providing a peaceful and picturesque setting. Visitors can enjoy the tranquil atmosphere, watch boats pass by, and take in the expansive views of the surrounding countryside. The Mercer area is a popular rest stop for travelers, offering both riverfront views and a glimpse of the natural beauty of the Waikato region.
From Mercer, we head back to Auckland CBD, on the way back, we will drop off our friendly tourists at the Airport Transfer, and Airport hotels.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Traveling time will be approximately 12hrs including the tour guide, meal, attraction and sight seeing
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Hell’s Gate Geothermal MudSpa
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Hell’s Gate Mud Spa & Thermal Park Group Day Tour from Auckland Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Tour Guide
- Per person
Not Included
- Dinner
- Add On’s – Entrance Fees
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by ENZOY TOURS.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Pacific/Auckland.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Our guides will help in the tickets redemption if required. Or else, it quite straight forward just have to do the redemption at the reception just before entry.
