Why choose this Auckland tour ?
Thermal Getaway hosts unique insights for travellers wanting to experience a fulfilling and enriching journey that will create lasting memories. Uncover under cave wonders, geothermal hotspots, discover vibrant cities and be immersed in the awe-inspiring Māori heritage that holds a special bond with this ancient land. A huge range of family attractions and adrenaline activities, as well as peaceful nature-based experiences that will get you back in touch with the real world. Come and discover New Zealand’s most unique geothermal experience on this luxury private tour.
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Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat.
- Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.
- Souvenir photos are available for purchase after your tour.
- The caves are accessible to those with reasonable mobility, as there are good handrails and paths. There is no wheelchair access.
- Caves average at a temperature of 16-17 degrees Celsius year-round.
- Boat tour capacity is up to 23 people.
- Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
- We can accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.
- Hell’s Gate have swimwear for both males and females for sale, subject to availability.
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, sun protection, jacket/warm layer & essential personal items.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- No photography is permitted inside the Waitomo caves, and cameras and Go Pros cannot be taken on this boat tour.
- For the bathing experience, guests can choose to bring their own bathing attire and towels or hire these items from Hell’s Gate at a small cost.
- The mud bath experience is controlled to a maximum of 20 minutes on the basis of safety.
- Guests are advised to shower before entering the pools in order to remove any makeup, sunscreen or other products applied to the skin as we cannot confirm what is in each product and therefore if a reaction with the Sulphur will occur.
- Both children and adults need to comfortable with the heat, and Hell’s Gate recommends taking regular breaks to ensure overheating does not occur.
- The list of medical conditions below highlight some of the main medical conditions where the geothermal pools may not be advised: Pregnancy, Low or High Blood Pressure, Mobility Problems, Active or Under Active Thyroid, Verruca/Warts, Heart Conditions, Epilepsy, Skin diseases/disorders, Diabetes, Metal Pins/ Plates, Claustrophobia, Ear Infections, Cancer, Recent Surgery, or Sulphur Allergies.
- If the guest has had or is suffering from any of the medical conditions, we strongly advise that they seek advice from their doctor prior to using the geothermal pools.
- It is important that children (as well as adults) drink water while bathing to keep hydrated.
- Please remove all jewellery before entering the pools as Hell’s Gate accepts no responsibility for tarnished jewellery.
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Stay & Accommodation: Accommodation is not included in this package. ExperienceKart can arrange this for you or you can choose to book your own.
Private Tour: This is a private tour offered for you & your small group. Other groups of people won’t travel together in this experience.
Duration: 4 days
Meal & Drinks: A BBQ Buffet Lunch is included on Day 1
A Cafe Style Lunch is included on Day 2
A Hangi Buffet Dinner is included on Day 3
Vehicle Type: Temperature Controlled Luxurious Minibus or a Mid Sized Sedan or 4×4 depending upon availability & group size.
Pickup included
Private Tour [4 Days]: Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton, Rotorua, Hells Gate & Wai-O-Tapu Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
- Be entertained by the cultural performance group by way of song and dance.
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Refreshments and water onboard
- Explore the incredible Lady Knox geyser eruption with heights of 10 to 20 metres.
- Complimentary Hobbiton beverages – Ale, cider, ginger beer or an English dark beer.
- Sightseeing historical government gardens, thermal springs and Polynesian spa.
- Admission to Hell’s Gate Excite Experience including geothermal walk & Māori carving.
- Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the visit to iconic Glow-worm Caves.
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- Lunch and Dinner where not specified as included.
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by ExperienceKart.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Pacific/Auckland.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.