Top North Island Spas

Treat yourself to a therapeutic mud bath and sulfur spa package at Hells Gate Geothermal Park. Located in one of Rotorua’s most active geothermal zones, Hells Gate features mud bath treatments that leave your body rejuvenated and skin smooth. You also have the option to cool off with a dip in waterfall pools after your treatment.

Discover Rotorua’s refreshing and revitalizing geothermal hot springs with a visit to the Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa on this small-group experience. Get pampered as you receive restorative treatments meant to enhance your lifeforce and revitalize your body and spirit. Alternate between hot and cold therapies, and relax in mineral-rich geothermal pools.

Enjoy one of New Zealand’s original tourist attractions: a tour of the magnificent Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Your guide—who may be descended from the Māori chief who first discovered the caves—leads you underground and tells you about the cultural significance of this site. Hop into a boat and glide on an underground river, enjoying the light show put on by millions of tiny bioluminescent insects hanging above.

Take a break from a busy sightseeing schedule and relax in the tranquil natural environment of the Secret Spot Hot Tubs complex. Surrounded by the Whakarewarewa Forest are a collection of hand-crafted cedar hot tubs in which you can soak your aches and stress away. With pretty views overlooking the Puarenga Stream, each hot tub can accommodate up to six people, but this is a private package.

Step into Peter Jackson's Middle-earth with this guided group tour of the Hobbiton™ Movie Set from 'The Lord of the Rings' film trilogy. Learn more about the movies than you ever would by exploring by yourself with the help of your local guide. And with a shuttle service at your disposal, you enjoy a truly seamless Matamata experience.

While many travelers come to Cathedral Cove to relax on the beach, this is a marine reserve so there’s so much to see beneath the surface of the ocean. Take a look on a glass bottomed boat ride, and jump in with a snorkel if you want to get up close to the fish. Learn all about the history of this important area while relaxing and enjoying the views of the rock formations and pinnacles.

Relax and unwind on the tranquil shores of Lake Rotorua at Polynesian Spa - a world-leading, natural mineral bathing and luxury day spa retreat. Channelling geothermal marvels in its backyard, the 28 mineral pools are fed from two natural springs for a combination that both nourishes the skin and relieves tired muscles, aches and pains. Specialising in a range of health and wellness treatments, Polynesian Spa has a decadent spa therapy menu. Wellness rituals ensure maximum rejuvenation and relaxation featuring hydrotherapy pools and a reflexology walk. Combining ancient healing practices with modern techniques, Polynesian Spa is frequently recognised as one of the top 10 spas in the world.

Experience one of New Zealand’s most unique geothermal attractions at Hell’s Gate, Rotorua’s premier geothermal reserve and mud spa. What makes this experience truly special is the opportunity to explore an active geothermal landscape shaped by volcanic forces while enjoying traditional wellness treatments inspired by Māori culture. Wander through steaming cliffs, bubbling mud pools, hot springs, and dramatic geothermal features found nowhere else in New Zealand. After exploring the reserve, unwind in the famous geothermal mud baths, known for their mineral-rich properties, before soaking in soothing sulfur spa pools surrounded by natural scenery. Learn about the cultural significance of the area and its long history of healing and relaxation. Combining geothermal wonders, cultural heritage, and rejuvenating spa experiences, Hell’s Gate offers an unforgettable blend of adventure and wellness that makes it a must-visit destination in Rotorua.

Feel revitalised with a private sauna experience in a stone-heated sauna with views over magically lit ponds and small waterfalls. Designed for up to four people in your group, these traditional saunas are made with fragrant Japanese hinoki wood and use volcanic rocks from Finland. Your nearby cedar cold plunge tubs allow you to embrace the benefits of contrast therapy, creating an invigorating experience. Set beside the majestic Whakarewarewa Forest, this experience is perfect for experienced and new sauna-users alike.

Explore the Waitakere Ranges and Auckland’s rugged west coast, including Piha Beach, during an afternoon tour with a guide knowledgeable about New Zealand flora and fauna. From the Arataki Centre, admire sweeping views of the ocean and distant city. Learn about Māori history, stroll on the black-sand beach, and take a nature walk through a lush rainforest while you experience one of Auckland's largest regional parks.

Visit two of New Zealand's must-see attractions on this combo tour from Auckland to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Peek into Hobbit holes, frolic in the Shire, and get a drink at the Green Dragon Inn on a guided tour of Middle-earth, followed by a café lunch. In the afternoon, explore Māori myths and history on an underground boat ride at Waitomo, surrounded by thousands of glowworms.

Embark on a thrilling Blackwater Rafting adventure in Ruakuri Cave. Choose between two exhilarating tours: the original Black Labyrinth, where you'll float under glowworms and jump off waterfalls, or the longer Black Abyss, which includes abseiling, ziplining, and cave exploration. Both experiences offer unforgettable encounters with the natural beauty of the cave and take you to places impossible to reach on your own.

Experience a 1-hour Vibrosaun Therapy session for a rejuvenating experience reputed to relieve aches and pains. Relax on a therapeutic, vibrating bed with tranquil music and dry sauna heat that circulates through the capsule, promoting increased circulation and health. Choose from treatment times offered throughout the day.

If you need a moment—or up to 45 minutes—of respite from the invariable sightseeing and traveling grind of your vacation, this Salt Cave Halotherapy could do the trick. Halotherapy, derived from the Greek word for “salt,” is a natural therapy that reduces the size of salt particles pushed into the air so that they are easily inhaled and absorbed through your skin. Relax in a “cave” room while the salt works wonders for your skin and well-being.

Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set on a full-day tour from Auckland that explores New Zealand's "Middle-earth," where "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" films came to life. Travel through a landscape of lush farms, then take a guided tour of the 12-acre (4.8-ha) Hobbiton Movie Set, from hobbit holes to gardens and the Green Dragon Inn. With free time to shop and explore, this tour includes transportation from selected locations in Auckland for your convenience.

The fictional, yet globally famous, village of Hobbiton™ and the Waitomo Glowworm Caves rank among New Zealand’s top attractions. Visit both sites in one day on a small-group tour that includes hotel pickup, a delicious lunch, and personal attention from your guide. Avoid the hassle of self-driving from Auckland and admire scenic views en route. A must-do tour for nature and movie lovers short on time in the North Island.

Take a break from the stress of sightseeing with a private flotation experience at an Auckland therapy center. Float in a tub of water warmed to body temperature inside a private float capsule, sheltered from outside distractions. Clear your mind and rest your body during the hour-long session. After your float, unwind in the centre’s relaxation area with complimentary herbal tea.

Visit the “Lord of the Rings” movie set on this small-group Hobbiton tour from Auckland. At the Hobbiton Movie Set, visit the home of Bilbo Baggins and peer inside other hobbit holes of the Shire—filming site of “The Hobbit” and the “The Lord of the Rings” trilogies, with a break for an included lunch in the Green Dragon Marquee.

Ideal for fans of “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit,” this tour from Auckland to the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and Waitomo Glowworm Caves starts with a scenic drive through the Waikato countryside. Take an underground boat ride on the Waitomo River, then learn about movie-making history at Hobbiton. A picnic lunch and a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn are included for your convenience.