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Highlights
- Start a guided journey through Te Puia in Rotorua, where you'll witness New Zealand’s largest active geyser and marvel at its geothermal wonders.
- Discover the Māori Arts and Crafts Institute to observe artisans masterfully creating intricate wood carvings and delicate woven art pieces.
- Visit the Kiwi Conservation Centre for an up-close view of New Zealand's iconic bird, along with insights into vital conservation efforts.
- Enhance your visit with optional experiences such as a live Haka performance or savor a traditional Hangi buffet dinner to deepen cultural immersion.
- Witness Pohutu Geyser erupting up to 20 times daily, propelling water up to 30 meters high—ensure you catch this spectacular natural event.
Your Experience
Start Te Puia’s 90-minute Te Rā Guided Experience in New Zealand's stunning geothermal landscape. Begin your journey at the renowned Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley, home to the world-famous Pohutu Geyser that can erupt up to 30 meters high. Explore boiling mud pools and learn about this unique environment from an English-speaking guide.
Next, visit the Māori Arts and Crafts Institute where you’ll witness master carvers and weavers at work. Discover traditional skills passed down through generations as you observe intricate wood, bone, and greenstone carvings in progress. You'll also get a close look at flax weaving techniques used to create everyday Māori items.
The tour includes a visit to a kiwi conservation center dedicated to protecting New Zealand's rare and nocturnal national bird. Note that cameras are not allowed inside, ensuring this experience remains memorable rather than captured on your phone.
Conclude your journey at a marae, or traditional Māori meeting house, with a guided exploration of the village for an authentic cultural encounter.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 1.5-hour tour of Te Puia Geothermal Park
- English-speaking guide
- Access to Māori crafts demonstration, Māori village, Pohutu Geyser, Marae meeting house, and Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley
- Entry to Te Puia Geothermal Park
- Entry to Kiwi Conservation Center
- Entry to Māori Arts and Crafts Institute; Haka combo (if option selected)
- 30-minute Haka performance
- Pōhiri (traditional Māori welcome), Waiata (song), Mōteatea (traditional chant), Poi, Haka; Hangi dinner buffet combo (if option selected)
- Hangi dinner buffet
- Personal expenses
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Must Know
- Bring comfortable shoes and a water bottle to ensure you enjoy your 90-minute tour comfortably.
- An umbrella and sunscreen are recommended for protection against changing weather conditions in Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley.
- This experience is wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for guests with mobility aids like wheelchairs or strollers/prams.
- Guests with limited mobility or back/neck injuries should be aware that the tour may not be ideal for them due to its physical nature.
Ticket Delivery
Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
Meet your guide at Te Puia.
Address: Hemo Road, Tihiotonga, Rotorua 3040, New Zealand.
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Getting There
By Bus
The closest bus stop is Te Puia Thermal Park. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.
Board buses 11 or 102 to get you there.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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