Pure Cruise

Spend 3 hours cruising around stunning Lake Rotoiti on board one of Pure Cruise's launches. Visit a hidden glo worm cave. An undeniable favorite for those who love adventure is swimming into one of our caves to experience seeing the glow worms. The caves are waist deep once inside and are a truly unique New Zealand experience. Geothermal activity can be viewed in many areas of the lake. Observe steaming fumaroles as we sail by or go ashore and sink your toes into the warm beach pumice sand. You can even soak in the tepid spring water of a natural flowing stream. Tree Jumping - Challenge yourself to step out over a deep bay on the limb of a Pohutukawa Tree while using the overhead ropes for support and jump into the lake. Historic Food Storage Caves Lake Rotoiti has many significant historic sites, some can be seen from the vessel. The crew are happy to share the stories and legends of these special places with guests. You are welcome to stay on board and enjoy the views.

Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa

Where the earth inspires and excites. Brought to life by Rūaumoko, our land has inspired stories and excited visitors since the dawn of time. Around every turn you’ll experience something different - from cooking pools and steaming. cliffs, to the largest hot waterfall in the Southern Hemisphere. Witness the mud volcano eruptions and land coral which grows day-by-day, and you’ll see first-hand why this place is called Hell’s Gate. The Hell’s Gate Experience. Combine all three of Hell’s Gate most popular experiences with this package. Take part in the guided or self-guided interactive geothermal walk 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 which takes between one and one and a half hours, as well as Māori carving. Then bathe in our world-famous mud baths and soak in the sulphur spas and cool plunge pool.