Experience the best Maori cultural experiences in Rotorua

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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Mitai Maori Village: Cultural Experience & Buffet Dinner

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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.

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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.

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NZ$179

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

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

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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.

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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.

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NZ$290

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

Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Experience

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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.

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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.

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NZ$105

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

40 Mins Jade Carving Rotorua Guided Tour

30 mins

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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NZ$45

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

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.

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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.

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NZ$155.30

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

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

13 hrs - 13 hrs 15 mins

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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!

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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!