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Mitai Maori Village: Cultural Experience and Dinner Buffet

Mitai Maori Village: Cultural Experience and Dinner Buffet

Enter a Maori village in a natural bush setting and learn about their customs during an immersive cultural experience. Following pickup from your Rotorua accommodation, if option booked, get a warm meet and greet from a beautiful Maori maidens. Learn the guidelines to enter the sacred site and select a chief from your group to represent those visiting the village. See warriors in traditional dress paddle an ancient warrior canoe down the Wai-o-whiro stream and marvel at glow worms in their natural habitat. Be captivated by the songs and dances of an entertaining concert, complete with the spine-tingling haka war dance. Watch as the hangi feast is removed from the earth-cooked oven, explore the art of ta moko (tattoo) and more.  Feast on a hot selection of succulent meats and poultry, vegetables and fresh salads, topped off with tempting desserts.

Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Day Tour

Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Day Tour

Te Rā Guided Experience: * Watch our carvers and weavers in action at the NZ Māori Arts & Crafts Institute. * Browse and shop for taonga created by our tauira (students), pouako and tumu (teachers) at Āhua Gallery. * Witness live active Kiwis in their nocturnal enclosure at our Kiwi Conservation Centre. * Explore the Te Whakarewarewa geothermal valley and marvel at the Pōhutu Geyser. Please allow a minimum of 90 minutes. All tours operate on a shared tour basis, with our 36-seat electric passenger shuttle delivering guests from the geyser terrace back to the start.

Rotorua: Mitai Maori Village Experience 'Voyages of Māori'

Rotorua: Mitai Maori Village Experience 'Voyages of Māori'

Enter a Maori village in a natural bush setting and learn about their customs during an immersive cultural experience, get a warm meet and greet from a beautiful Maori maidens. Learn the guidelines to enter the sacred site and select a chief from your group to represent those visiting the village. Embark on this journey as you partake in the revelation of the traditional hangi feast and relish for lunch in buffet style, bear witness to the fierce warriors navigating the war canoe along the tranquil waters of Wai-o-Whiro stream and immerse yourself in a rich cultural performance of haka and other items, we welcome participation & learning. Embrace nature exploring the echoes of the ancient reconstructed fortified village site unraveling the ways of life of the Māori and the natural spring Te Wai Whakarukuhanga a Atua (The place of the Gods) also known as Te Puna Tapu o Tuhoe (a famous ancestor and tribe). Feast on a hot selection of succulent meats and poultry, vegetables and fresh salads, topped off with tempting desserts.

From Auckland: Two-Day Rotorua, Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves Tour

From Auckland: Two-Day Rotorua, Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves Tour

Join this overnight all-inclusive tour from Auckland and experience the Central North Island's most iconic attractions at a leisurely pace.  Choose FlexiToursNZ for a premium tour. We put less seats in our vehicles than factory standard and only 3 seats in the back row. Pay a little more to be comfortable. This tour involves a lot of driving and is more enjoyable if you are comfortable and not crushed up against other people on the vehicle. We keep the groups small with no more than 12 people on our vehicle, meaning our drivers can and will, give you, personal service Check out our reviews to see what customers say about us, our vehicles and our team of experienced and enthusiastic drivers. All meals provided on the tour are prepared in a professional kitchen and are normally served in a restaurant or café. Very occasionally Meals may be served picnic style Take guided tours of Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves. Discover the thermal areas of Rotorua and geysers of Te Puia. Experience a Māori cultural evening with a meal and concert.  At the end of the two days, you will return to your hotel in Auckland or a different location in the central area, if specified. Most of the transport is supplied in Mercedes minibuses with luxury seating. Your driver guide will take the time to make sure you enjoy your time on the tour. The largest vehicle seats 12 passengers, but on most occasions your group will be 9 people or less.

Auckland: Rotorua Māori Cultural & Geothermal Tour & Lunch

Auckland: Rotorua Māori Cultural & Geothermal Tour & Lunch

Embark on a small-group day tour from Auckland to explore the cultural and geothermal marvels of Rotorua. Dive into the heart of Māori traditions with an authentic hangi feast, mesmerizing cultural performances, and an exhilarating warrior canoe experience. The journey continues as you wander through the otherworldly landscapes of Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Auckland and journey through the stunning countryside of the Waikato region before reaching the famed geothermal wonderland of Rotorua, where Māori culture thrives. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking scenery, capture incredible photos, marvel at beautiful mountains, and spot various farm animals. From the moment your experience begins, feel like you’ve stepped into another world. Be a witness to the fierce warriors navigating the war canoe along the tranquil waters of Wai-o-Whiro stream and immerse yourself in rich cultural performances such as Wero, Pōwhiri (Traditional Māori Welcome), Waiata (Song), Mōteatea (traditional chant), Poi, Haka and much more. The amazing cultural performance will teach you about the ancient arts of carving and ta moka (tattoo art), while the weaponry and combat displays will make you understand why the Māori are considered such fearsome warriors. Be amazed at the level of emotion such a simple sight will cause – it’s truly amazing and spine tingling. Enjoy a delicious mouthwatering traditional hangi food with distinctive flavors and unique preparation of the Māori People cooked in an earth-oven, a hole 1-2m into the ground, the baskets of kai (food) are placed on hot stones at the bottom of a hāngī pit. Experience a sacred and spiritual place that offers you an authentic indigenous cultural experience like no other. Our second destination is Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, one of New Zealand’s most colorful and diverse geothermal areas. Thousands of years in the making, this stunning landscape is nestled within a natural bush setting through which self-guided walks take between 45 and 90 minutes. A walk through this surreal, lunar-like environment provides the chance to witness some of the volcanic wonders and a wide range of amazing photo opportunities at unique features including the world-famous Champagne Pool, naturally colored hot and cold springs, devil’s bath, bubbling mud, steaming ground, expansive vistas, huge volcanic craters, and sinter terrace formations.

From Auckland: MAORI MITAI VILLAGE & REDWOOD Forest Tour

From Auckland: MAORI MITAI VILLAGE & REDWOOD Forest Tour

Māori Mitai Village & Redwood Forest Tour Experience the best of Rotorua’s culture and nature with a visit to Mitai Māori Village and the stunning Redwood Forest. Mitai Māori Village Experience Immerse yourself in Māori traditions at Mitai Māori Village, where you’ll be greeted with a pōwhiri (traditional welcome ceremony) and witness an exhilarating haka performance along with other cultural dances. Learn about Māori customs, ancient weaponry, and legends from expert guides. A highlight of your visit is the hāngī lunch, a delicious meal slow-cooked underground using traditional geothermal methods. Enjoy a selection of meats, vegetables, and local delicacies, all infused with rich, smoky flavors. During your visit, you’ll also see Māori warriors paddling a waka (traditional canoe) down a sacred stream and witness glowworms sparkling in the native bush, adding a magical touch to your experience. Redwood Forest Exploration After your cultural experience, take a peaceful walk through the Whakarewarewa Forest, home to towering Californian Redwoods and lush native greenery. Stroll along well-maintained trails, soak in the fresh air, and admire the spectacular scenery of these century-old trees. For a unique perspective, the optional Redwoods Treewalk lets you wander across suspended bridges high in the forest canopy, offering breathtaking aerial views. Tour Highlights: ✔ Authentic Māori cultural performance & haka show ✔ Traditional hāngī lunch experience ✔ Waka paddling demonstration & glowworm viewing ✔ Guided walk through the stunning Redwood Forest ✔ Optional Redwoods Treewalk experience (You can pay at the Redwood Visitor Center, if you wish to walk on the suspended bridge) Price not included in this package. This tour is a perfect combination of Māori heritage and natural beauty, making it a must-do for any visitor to Rotorua.

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4.7
(154 reviews)

Thoroughly enjoyed our evening. The MC was excellent very informative and he kept the show movin. Enjoyed hearing the background story of the people and the place, loved the performance, and it was so great to see the younger ones participating in and sharing their culture. Food was just as I imagined- delicious. Great work too everyone involved in this cultural experience.

Super cool experience. The host was funny and knowledgable about the Maori customs and culture. The shows were also really well presented. And finally, the food was absolutely delicious. The only negative was that I didn't get to try the Maori pepper sauce as it was already empty when our table was led to the buffet.

Amazing experience! Same as the night one but just in the day ;)

Unique and rewarding experience. Good value for money.

Lots of information Fantastic guide Excellent food