In the heart of Northland's geothermal region, Ngawha Hot Springs offers a range of pools at varying temperatures, from cool to the very hot 'Doctor' and black coloured 'Bulldog'.
Popular with locals and tourists, local Maori have bathed here since the pre-European days.
With friendly staff and basic facilities, the pools are family-run with prices that won't break the bank. The natural mud pools include one suitable for pregnant women and all have therapeutic properties and are great for stress relief.
Its a good way to warm up on a cold winters day and soak away all life's worries.
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It's lovely to sink yourself into a sizzling hot pool when the air is icy frigid outside. A visit to Ngawha is just the ticket and a great place to bring guests too. It's pretty cheap ($5 or $10) and there are two hot pools you can go to. The first one you reach is run privately, the second one is run by the local iwi. I went to the first one before but I'd be keen to try out the second one (I've heard whispers that it's better). Either way this is a fabulous winter activity sure to warm your bones!