Combos

Combo: Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience & Buffet Dinner with Hotel Transfers + Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland Tickets

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

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

Open today

8:30am - 4:30pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

4.7/5

(26)

Peter

Feb 2026

Verified booking

We loved the food & the event. The only issue was the information supplied by Headout about the pickup from our hotel. The email said 18:15 pickup be there 15 minutes early. The coach turned before 18:00. So we missed the pickup. The hotel contacted the event & another coach was sent out to pick us. So we missed the very beginning on the show.

Tng

Dec 2025

Verified booking

It's great to learn about a culture, especially from the people who lives it. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience, from the performance to the night walk...... best part is we don't feel this is being commercialised but rather a very educational experience. Keep it this way please......

John

Jan 2026

Verified booking

An entertaining evening and interesting introduction to Maori culture. The hosts were very helpful, as we needed to arrange a pick up. The food was fine and the whole evening was nicely paced.

Rodney

Feb 2026

Verified booking

The night and entertainment at the Matai Maori village was excellent. The only disappointment was someone forgot to pick us up at the hotel and we had to organise other transport.

Krystle

Oct 2025

Verified booking

The whole experience was awesome and educational. It was so good to lean more about my culture and how they lived. Would definitely go again.

Discover Rotorua’s natural wonders and Māori traditions in one easy plan — vibrant geothermal landscapes paired with an authentic cultural evening.

Explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland with access to scenic walking trails, colorful mineral pools, and the famous Lady Knox Geyser eruption.

Experience an evening at Mitai Maori Village with traditional performances, a waka canoe ceremony, and a hāngī buffet dinner showcasing Māori culture and cuisine.

Mitai Maori Village

3-hour experience at Mitai Maori Village

Round trip hotel transfers from Rotorua

Complete buffet hāngī dinner experience.

Cultural Maori show & welcoming ceremony

Q & A session

Guided bush walk

Entry to Te Puna Tapu o Tuhoe spring

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Entry to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Access to Lady Knox Geyser presentation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Stephen
Mar 2026
Verified booking
The cultural experience, the welcoming people
Peter
Feb 2026
Verified booking
We loved the food & the event. The only issue was the information supplied by Headout about the pickup from our hotel. The email said 18:15 pickup be there 15 minutes early. The coach turned before 18:00. So we missed the pickup. The hotel contacted the event & another coach was sent out to pick us. So we missed the very beginning on the show.
Rodney
Feb 2026
Verified booking
The night and entertainment at the Matai Maori village was excellent. The only disappointment was someone forgot to pick us up at the hotel and we had to organise other transport.
John
Jan 2026
Verified booking
An entertaining evening and interesting introduction to Maori culture. The hosts were very helpful, as we needed to arrange a pick up. The food was fine and the whole evening was nicely paced.
Mr
Jan 2026
Verified booking
Great displays and communication i felt a better understanding of the Maori people. Plentiful food and fun many thanks

Experience Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and Māori cultural traditions in one combo.

Getting started

Your combo ticket includes entry to Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland and the evening experience at Mitai Maori Village. Simply present your mobile ticket at each attraction for entry.

What to expect

Mitai Maori Village

Authentic cultural performance: Watch traditional Māori performances including powerful haka, songs, and storytelling.

Waka canoe ceremony: Witness warriors paddling a traditional waka (canoe) along a sacred forest stream.

Traditional hāngī dinner: Enjoy a buffet feast cooked using the traditional underground hāngī method with meats, vegetables, and desserts.

Cultural insights: Learn about Māori traditions, customs, and the significance of the village and surrounding land.

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Scenic geothermal park: Enjoy entry to one of New Zealand’s most colorful geothermal landscapes and explore at your own pace.

Famous geothermal sights: Walk marked trails past bubbling mud pools, steaming craters, and vibrant mineral formations like the Champagne Pool and Devil’s Bath.

Lady Knox Geyser eruption: See the daily eruption of the Lady Knox Geyser, one of the park’s most famous geothermal highlights.

Easy walking trails: Follow well-marked paths with viewing points and information panels explaining the geothermal features.

Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:00pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:00pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:00pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:00pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:00pm
Saturday	8:30am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:00pm
Sunday	8:30am - 4:30pm	last entry 3:00pm

What to bring

Mitai Maori Village

Dress in layers for changing weather conditions. Bring a hat for sun protection, a jacket in case of rain, and an insect repellant. Comfortable shoes with good traction are essential for the bush walk.

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Bring your camera, sunscreen, rain poncho, hat, sunglasses, and ID.

What’s not allowed

Mitai Maori Village

Outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted inside. There is a bar available onsite.

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Drones and smoking are not allowed inside the park.

Do not touch thermal water, steam vents, or leave marked paths.

Accessibility

Mitai Maori Village

The forest walk has limitations for wheelchair accessibility. The stairs, uneven surfaces, and platform-based canoe viewing may pose challenges for wheelchair users.

Additional information

Mitai Maori Village

Maori Kai often includes ingredients that may not meet all dietary needs, such as vegan options, though some requests can be accommodated.

Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland

Facilities: Parking, toilets near the visitor centre, gift shop, cafe.

The opening hours at Wai-o-Tapu are from 8:30am - 4:30pm, with the last entry at 3pm.

Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.

This is an active geothermal area, meaning the ground and water often reach boiling temperatures. Do not wander outside of designated areas

Wai-O-Tapu is a cashless on site, all major credit cards and EFTPOS are accepted.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.