Katikati
Katikati, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
- Location
- Katikati, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh
Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Katikati is a town in New Zealand's North Island, located on the Uretara Stream near a tidal inlet towards the northern end of Tauranga Harbour, 28 kilometres south of Waihi and 40 kilometres northwest of Tauranga. State Highway 2 passes through the town. A bypass scheduled to have begun construction in 2008 was put on hold, and is no longer planned.
Insider tip — Katikati in the Bay of Plenty sits within the Taupo Volcanic Zone, and the Sapphire Springs thermal pools here offer sulfurous waters at around 40°C in a bush-garden setting above the Kaimai Ranges. The town is known as New Zealand's mural capital, with outdoor artworks throughout the streets creating a cultural dimension to any visit. The springs are well-maintained with natural stream-fed thermal pools graduated by temperature. The nearby Waihou Walkway offers excellent birdlife spotting in regenerating kahikatea forest before or after bathing.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 40 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).