Rotorua Cultural Experiences

Unearth the secrets of New Zealand's Maori heritage in the heart of geothermal Rotorua. Engage in immersive Maori cultural experiences and connect with traditions that have stood the test of time.

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Slide 1 of 5, Mitai Maori performers in traditional attire under carved arch, New Zealand.

Maori performers in traditional attire at Mitai Maori Cultural Experience, New Zealand.

Warriors in traditional attire paddling a canoe on Wai o Whiro stream at Mitai Maori Village.

Clear spring and lush forest at Mitai Maori Village, New Zealand.

Traditional Maori feast with roast meats, vegetables, and salad at Mitai Maori Cultural Experience.

Mitai Maori Village: Cultural Experience & Buffet Dinner

2 tovább

Be regaled with creative storytelling around the history, culture, and traditions of this village.
After a welcoming ceremony, a traditional meal is unveiled and set to slow cook in an earth oven for consumption at the end of your visit.
You will be privy to warriors paddling down the Wai-o-Whiro stream by canoe, and cultural performances galore.
Stroll through nature and see an ancient fortified village, the spring of Te Puna Tapu o Tuhoe, and glow worms illuminating the forest.
Discover the ways of living, natural resources, and survival techniques used by indigenous peoples.
Wind down with authentic food cooked in a hāngī pit, and engage in a lively question and answer session.

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Be regaled with creative storytelling around the history, culture, and traditions of this village.
After a welcoming ceremony, a traditional meal is unveiled and set to slow cook in an earth oven for consumption at the end of your visit.
You will be privy to warriors paddling down the Wai-o-Whiro stream by canoe, and cultural performances galore.
Stroll through nature and see an ancient fortified village, the spring of Te Puna Tapu o Tuhoe, and glow worms illuminating the forest.
Discover the ways of living, natural resources, and survival techniques used by indigenous peoples.
Wind down with authentic food cooked in a hāngī pit, and engage in a lively question and answer session.

-tól/től

169 NZ$

Slide 1 of 15, Traditional Māori carving at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand, with sunlight streaming through.

Geyser erupting at Te Puia geothermal park, Rotorua, New Zealand.

Pōhutu Geyser erupting at Te Puia, Rotorua, surrounded by lush greenery.

Visitors exploring Te Puia entrance with carved wooden pillars, Rotorua, New Zealand.

Guide explaining exhibits at Kiwi Education Centre, Te Puia, New Zealand.

Craftsmen weaving flax at Te Puia cultural center, Rotorua, New Zealand.

Carver working on Māori wood sculpture at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand.

Craftsperson weaving traditional Māori garment at Te Puia, New Zealand.

Maori guide carving wood at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand.

Kiwi Conservation Centre sign surrounded by lush forest at Te Puia, New Zealand.

Kiwi bird in natural habitat, part of a small group tour from Auckland exploring New Zealand wildlife.

Maori cultural performance at Te Puia, New Zealand, with traditional meeting house in background.

Performer in traditional Māori attire during Te Puia Haka experience, New Zealand.

Buffet setup at Te Puia geothermal park featuring traditional Hāngī dishes.

Te Puia buffet with salmon, vegetables, and traditional dishes in Rotorua, New Zealand.

Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Experience

2 tovább

Enjoy a guided tour through Te Puia, home to New Zealand’s largest active geyser and extraordinary geothermal wonders.
Visit the renowned Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, watching skilled artisans create intricate wood carvings and delicate woven art.
Explore the Kiwi Conservation Centre, where you'll see New Zealand’s iconic bird up close and learn about ongoing conservation efforts.
Upgrade your experience with options including a live Haka performance or a traditional Hangi buffet dinner for deeper cultural immersion.
Pohutu Geyser erupts up to 20 times a day, shooting water as high as 30 meters into the air—don’t miss this natural wonder during your visit.

További részletek

Enjoy a guided tour through Te Puia, home to New Zealand’s largest active geyser and extraordinary geothermal wonders.
Visit the renowned Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, watching skilled artisans create intricate wood carvings and delicate woven art.
Explore the Kiwi Conservation Centre, where you'll see New Zealand’s iconic bird up close and learn about ongoing conservation efforts.
Upgrade your experience with options including a live Haka performance or a traditional Hangi buffet dinner for deeper cultural immersion.
Pohutu Geyser erupts up to 20 times a day, shooting water as high as 30 meters into the air—don’t miss this natural wonder during your visit.

-tól/től

105 NZ$

Slide 1 of 14, Pōhutu Geyser erupting at Te Puia, Rotorua, surrounded by lush greenery.

Carving a traditional Māori greenstone pendant at Te Puia, New Zealand.

Outdoor dining area at Te Puia with forest view, part of the Te Rā Guided Experience.

Bar with various beer taps at Te Puia's Hāngī Buffet Dinner in Rotorua, New Zealand.

Te Puia: Te Pō Combo with Guided Tour, Cultural Performance & Hangi Buffet Dinner

2 tovább

Take a geothermal tour through Te Puia’s dramatic landscape, then savor a delicious hangi meal slow-cooked using natural geothermal heat.
Discover Māori culture up close, with access to the Arts and Crafts Institute where expert carvers and weavers continue age-old traditions.
Enjoy a guided exploration of the vibrant Te Whakarewarewa Valley, including the erupting Pohutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools.
Your visit includes a Hangi buffet meal, where you’ll experience authentic flavors of traditional Maori cuisine and New Zealand’s culinary heritage.
Fun fact: The name "Hāngī" refers to the Maori method of cooking food underground, an ancient practice that adds unique earthy and smoky flavors.

További részletek

Take a geothermal tour through Te Puia’s dramatic landscape, then savor a delicious hangi meal slow-cooked using natural geothermal heat.
Discover Māori culture up close, with access to the Arts and Crafts Institute where expert carvers and weavers continue age-old traditions.
Enjoy a guided exploration of the vibrant Te Whakarewarewa Valley, including the erupting Pohutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools.
Your visit includes a Hangi buffet meal, where you’ll experience authentic flavors of traditional Maori cuisine and New Zealand’s culinary heritage.
Fun fact: The name "Hāngī" refers to the Maori method of cooking food underground, an ancient practice that adds unique earthy and smoky flavors.

-tól/től

290 NZ$

Slide 1 of 16, Visitors watching a geyser erupt at Te Puia, Rotorua, during the Te Rā Guided Experience.

Maori performers in traditional attire during a haka at Te Puia, New Zealand.

Maori performers in traditional attire performing a haka at Te Puia, Rotorua.

North Island Brown Kiwi foraging at Te Puia during Te Rā Guided Experience.

Man and woman sharing a hongi at Te Puia, New Zealand, during Te Rā Guided Experience.

Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Experience + Haka Combo

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Enhance your geothermal tour with a dynamic Haka performance, blending Māori culture and storytelling in a thrilling live show.
Walk through Te Puia’s volcanic landscape, marveling at boiling mud pools and the powerful Pohutu Geyser as it erupts before your eyes.
Discover Māori traditions as you visit a working Marae and gain insight into ancient customs through interactive cultural displays.
Spend time exploring the village and learning about Māori crafts at the Arts Institute, where you can interact with the artisans.
The Haka, performed by warriors in stunning costumes, was once used to prepare for battle and is now a key symbol of Māori pride.

További részletek

Enhance your geothermal tour with a dynamic Haka performance, blending Māori culture and storytelling in a thrilling live show.
Walk through Te Puia’s volcanic landscape, marveling at boiling mud pools and the powerful Pohutu Geyser as it erupts before your eyes.
Discover Māori traditions as you visit a working Marae and gain insight into ancient customs through interactive cultural displays.
Spend time exploring the village and learning about Māori crafts at the Arts Institute, where you can interact with the artisans.
The Haka, performed by warriors in stunning costumes, was once used to prepare for battle and is now a key symbol of Māori pride.

-tól/től

142 NZ$

Slide 1 of 12, Group examining jade stone during Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

Family observing jade carving process on Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

Artisan crafting jade with a group observing during the Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

Jade craftsman demonstrating carving techniques to tourists on the Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

Craftsman shaping jade stone during Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

Person examining jade piece during Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

Crafting jade on a grinding wheel during Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

Crafting jade pendant during Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

Child holding jade artifact during Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

Hands holding jade carvings during Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

Person examining a piece of jade during the Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

Two people examining a jade pendant during the Mountain Jade Highlights Tour.

40 Mins Jade Carving Rotorua Guided Tour

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Discover the art of jade carving and New Zealand pounamu's heritage in Rotorua on a 40-minute guided tour.
Witness local artists in action as they showcase the step-by-step process of jade carving and engage with them during the live demonstration.
Delve into the rich history of pounamu, uncover its significance for Māori culture, and select your unique piece to string into a necklace for a take-home souvenir.
Fun Fact: Pounamu is the Māori name for New Zealand jade. It is found only in New Zealand’s South Island, which is why the island is also known as Te Waipounamu, meaning ‘the greenstone waters’.

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Discover the art of jade carving and New Zealand pounamu's heritage in Rotorua on a 40-minute guided tour.
Witness local artists in action as they showcase the step-by-step process of jade carving and engage with them during the live demonstration.
Delve into the rich history of pounamu, uncover its significance for Māori culture, and select your unique piece to string into a necklace for a take-home souvenir.
Fun Fact: Pounamu is the Māori name for New Zealand jade. It is found only in New Zealand’s South Island, which is why the island is also known as Te Waipounamu, meaning ‘the greenstone waters’.

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45 NZ$

Slide 1 of 12, Visitors walking on a boardwalk at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, New Zealand, with geothermal steam rising.

Geothermal pool with vibrant orange and turquoise colors at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland.

Visitors walking on a boardwalk at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, surrounded by geothermal landscape.

Visitor photographing geothermal landscape at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, New Zealand.

Guide explaining geothermal feature at Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, New Zealand.

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland's vibrant green geothermal pool surrounded by rocky cliffs.

Combo: Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Experience + Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland Tickets

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Explore Rotorua’s geothermal highlights and Māori heritage in one seamless plan — dramatic geothermal landscapes paired with a guided cultural experience.
See Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland with access to scenic walking trails, colorful mineral pools, and the famous Lady Knox Geyser eruption.
Join the Te Rā guided experience at Te Puia to see the mighty Pōhutu Geyser and learn about Māori traditions at the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute.

További részletek

Explore Rotorua’s geothermal highlights and Māori heritage in one seamless plan — dramatic geothermal landscapes paired with a guided cultural experience.
See Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland with access to scenic walking trails, colorful mineral pools, and the famous Lady Knox Geyser eruption.
Join the Te Rā guided experience at Te Puia to see the mighty Pōhutu Geyser and learn about Māori traditions at the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute.

-tól/től

153,51 NZ$

Slide 1 of 13, Maori cultural performance at Te Puia, Rotorua during Hobbiton & Rotorua tour from Auckland.

Guide explaining Hobbiton Movie Set to tour group in New Zealand.

Hobbiton village with thatched cottages and stone bridge, part of Rotorua tour.

Geyser erupting at Te Puia geothermal park, part of Rotorua tour.

Visitors observing geothermal activity at Te Puia, Rotorua during guided tour from Auckland.

Family walking on a boardwalk through geothermal steam at Te Puia, Rotorua during a tour from Auckland.

Bag End hobbit hole with green door and garden, Hobbiton movie set tour.

Interior of the Green Dragon Inn at Hobbiton Movie Set with wooden tables and chairs.

Traditional Māori meeting house at Te Puia, Rotorua, New Zealand.

Maori performers in traditional attire during a cultural show in Rotorua, New Zealand.

Traditional Māori greeting during Te Puia experience in Rotorua, New Zealand.

Shuttle van in Auckland with city skyline, used for transfers to Hobbiton and Rotorua tours.

Minivan seats for transfer from Auckland to Hobbiton and Rotorua Te Puia guided tour.

[All Inclusive] From Auckland: Hobbiton, Rotorua, Te Puia & Maori Culture Guided Tour

4 tovább

Explore two of New Zealand’s best sites in one tour: the Hobbiton film set and the geothermal and Māori cultural treasures of Te Puia.
Enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of the Hobbiton film set, with behind-the-scenes stories and a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn.
Visit Te Puia to see the famous Pohutu Geyser, bubbling mud pools and the National School of Māori Arts where you’ll see traditional carving and weaving.
This tour offers great flexibility, with return transfers from Auckland and the comfort of a small group with personalized attention.
Did you know? Te Puia’s Pohutu Geyser is the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, erupting up to 20 times a day!

További részletek

Explore two of New Zealand’s best sites in one tour: the Hobbiton film set and the geothermal and Māori cultural treasures of Te Puia.
Enjoy a comprehensive guided tour of the Hobbiton film set, with behind-the-scenes stories and a complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn.
Visit Te Puia to see the famous Pohutu Geyser, bubbling mud pools and the National School of Māori Arts where you’ll see traditional carving and weaving.
This tour offers great flexibility, with return transfers from Auckland and the comfort of a small group with personalized attention.
Did you know? Te Puia’s Pohutu Geyser is the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, erupting up to 20 times a day!