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Highlights
- Experience Te Puia's geothermal wonders on a guided tour that includes an exhilarating live Haka performance, immersing you in the rich cultural tapestry of the Māori.
- Explore Rotorua’s volcanic terrain at Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley and witness the awe-inspiring eruption of Pohutu Geyser up close.
- Gain a deeper understanding of Māori heritage by visiting an active Marae, where you can engage with interactive displays showcasing ancient traditions.
- Visit the Arts Institute in Rotorua to explore traditional crafts and interact directly with local artisans who keep these practices alive.
- Witness the Haka, traditionally performed by warriors before battle, now a powerful expression of Māori pride, complete with vibrant costumes.
Your Experience
Your Experience
Explore Māori culture with Te Puia's Te Rā Guided Experience and Haka Combo. Start your journey with a 90-minute exploration of Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley, where you'll witness the eruptions of Pohutu Geyser and discover bubbling mud pools throughout the area.
Your guide will take you through the Māori Arts and Crafts Institute to see artisans at work creating wood, bone, greenstone, and flax weaving masterpieces. The adventure continues with a 30-minute haka performance that includes an intense pōwhiri (welcome ceremony) where tribal warriors engage guests in ancient rituals.
Experience the powerful haka dance along with Māori chants, songs (waiata), and poi performances—a wonderful display of cultural pride. Conclude your visit at the Kiwi Conservation Center to observe these iconic, endangered birds quietly.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 1.5-hour tour of Te Puia Geothermal Park
- English-speaking guide
- 30-minute Haka performance
- Pōhiri (traditional Māori welcome), Waiata (song), Mōteatea (traditional chant), Poi, and Haka
- Access to demonstrations at the Māori crafts area, visit to the Māori village, viewing of the Pohutu Geyser, exploration of Marae meeting house, and tour through Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley
- Entry to Te Puia Geothermal Park
- Entry to Kiwi Conservation Center
- Entry to Māori Arts and Crafts Institute
- Personal expenses such as meals not included in the tour package.
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Ticket Delivery
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
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Meet your guide at Te Pūia Hemo Road, Tihiotonga, Rotorua, New Zealand.
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Address: Hemo Road, Tihiotonga, Rotorua 3040, New Zealand.
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Getting There
By Bus
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The closest bus stop is Te Puia Thermal Park. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.
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Board buses 11 or 102 to get you there.
By Car
- If you're driving to the meeting point, drive to 'Bus drop off & Pickup area', Whakarewarewa, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand and head 63m towards northeast to reach the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
Frequently asked questions
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