Guided tour

Mitai Maori Village: Cultural Experience and Dinner Buffet

4.7  / 51842 reviews
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Mitai Maori Village: Cultural Experience and Dinner Buffet
4.7  / 51842 reviews
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Visit a traditional Maori village and learn more about their customs and rituals at an amazing cultural experience, including a tasty hangi feast and dessert.

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup optional
Pickup from registered accommodations in Rotorua only. If the place of pickup is not registered, contact Mitai Maori Village for alternative options. Drivers will wait no longer than 5 minutes after the scheduled pickup time Winter pickup is from 5:15pm to 5:45pm Summer pickup is from 5:45pm to 6:15pm ** Please note: Complimentary transfers are based on availability at the time of booking, we do not hold inventory without a location for pickup. No location at the time of booking could result in no transfers.
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Mickey – Australia

We thoroughly enjoyed our evening from start to finish. The insights provided into the culture, history, and beliefs were both enlightening and engaging. The hangi feast and the war canoe experience were definite highlights of the night. This experience is something we would highly recommend to anyone seeking a deeper appreciation of the culture and its traditions

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Mickey – Australia
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Ashley – United Kingdom

Really enjoyed my time at the Mitai village, the entertainment and culture was so interesting and great to see! The food was in abundance and so delicious. Would definitely recommend visiting here!!

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Ashley – United Kingdom

Experience

Highlights

  • Maori cultural experience
  • Uplifting of the traditional earth-cooked hangi and buffet dinner
  • Warriors paddling and chanting down stream
  • Cultural performance including haka
  • Walk through nature to see sacred spring and glow worms

Full description

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.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Rotorua (subject to availability)
  • 3-hour Maori Cultural Experience
  • Beverages (available to purchase)

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Meeting point

Meet at 196 Fairy Springs Road, Fairy Springs, Rotorua 3015.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Smoking indoors
  • Littering
  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessibility is limited for the 'bush walk' - exit into the forest is via stairs. Viewing of the waka (canoe) is from a platform and you can go a short distance into the forest to view the old pā (village) and see the sacred spring below the forest. Unfortunately, you will not see the glow worms. (Note: there is some uneven surfaces).
  • It is recommended you wear flat walking shoes and comfortable clothes, including a jacket during the winter months, we encourage you dress for the weather

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 1842 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Mickey – AustraliaNovember 22, 2024  – Verified booking
We thoroughly enjoyed our evening from start to finish. The insights provided into the culture, history, and beliefs were both enlightening and engaging. The hangi feast and the war canoe experience were definite highlights of the night. This experience is something we would highly recommend to anyone seeking a deeper appreciation of the culture and its traditions
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Ashley – United KingdomDecember 5, 2024  – Verified booking
Really enjoyed my time at the Mitai village, the entertainment and culture was so interesting and great to see! The food was in abundance and so delicious. Would definitely recommend visiting here!!
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Joanne – AustraliaDecember 1, 2024  – Verified booking
The cultural experience and buffet dinner were fantastic. It is a slick operation. They know what they’re doing and everyone has a role and does it really well. The learning from the cultural show was great and the food was plentiful and delicious!
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Product ID: 115647

Activity provider:Mitai Maori Village - Maori Experience

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