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Maori Culture in Rotorua
Rotorua is the Heartland of Maori culture and the spirit and heritage of local Maori enriches the region as
surely as the geothermal activity enlivens it. Ngati Whakaue, the name of the local tribe, arrived in Aoteroa
New Zealand, aboard the waka (canoe), Te Arawa. The people are often called Te Arawa, for the name of the mighty
waka that brought Tamatekapua, the leader of the tribe, and his people to Ohinemutu on the bank of Lake Rotorua.
Note: Te Arawa is often used to describe the extended tribe descended from Tamatekapua. Ngati Whakaue is just
one of these.
The hospitality and generosity of the Ngati Whakaue people goes right back to early European visits when the
tribe became the very first guides to the magnificent natural wonders of their homeland. This warm and welcoming
attitude is alive in the local people today and Rotorua is a tourist destination with a tradition of expressive
joy and energy in sharing the rich culture and lush landscape.
There are ample opportunities to witness the deeply moving expressions of Maori Culture in Rotorua. Legends,
stories and history come to us through an abundance of creative medias; music, art, carvings, poi dancing and
the famous Haka.
See a complete list of Rotorua Maori activities. This week's featured Maori cultural activities in Rotorua are: Featured Maori Cultural Activities |
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Maori - Rotorua - Starting from $130.00 per person
Complete your adventure through Rotorua with a traditional Maori "hangi" feast. You'll travel by coach to Tamaki Maori Village where your local guide will escort you on a cultural journey to the "marae" (Maori village), the life force of New Zealand's indigenous people. Take the opportunity to engage in an evening of local customs including a traditional Maori dinner feast. More... |
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Maori - Auckland - Starting from $465.00 per person
Tour Details & Highlights: ***Min. 2 people require for each booking***
- More sights in less time: Cover three New Zealand highlights in one day
- Guided tour of Hobbiton Movie Set
- Guided tour of the beautiful glow worms in Waitomo Caves
- View Rotorua's geysers, hot springs,Mud Pool and more
- Operates daily
- Departs: Hotel pickups from 6:30 am, Auckland city.
- Duration: 13 hrs, Return to... More...
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Maori - Rotorua - Starting from $174.00 per person
Combine some of New Zealand's most popular attractions on this full-day small group tour from Rotorua.
Begin with a drive through the lush countryside heading to the infamous Lady Knox Geyser which regularly erupts every day at 10:15AM.
After which Discover Wai-o-tapu New Zealand’s most colourful volcanic area with the opportunity to experience a geothermal wonderland of volcanic activity, thousands of years in the making, then travel to the Agrodome Farm show. guaranteed... More... |
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Maori - Rotorua - Starting from $58.00 per person
Nestled amongst a Geothermal wonderland sits the Living Maori Village of Te Whakarewarewa.
View the spectacular landscape of geothermal pools and erupting geysers as you join in a guided tour learning of our Maori Culture, History and Traditions that have been passed down through generations. Sit back and relax to the melodious sounds of Te Pakira Cultural performers as they serenade you with songs and dance from our people. Tantalise your taste buds with a Hangi Pie Meal for lunch. Our... More... |
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Maori - Rotorua - Starting from $118.00 per person
Mitai Maori Village offers you an authentic cultural evening incorporating a traditional earth cooked Hangi feast. Witness warriors in traditional dress paddle in an ancient canoe. Be captivated by the displays of weaponry, Haka, coupled with the grace of the poi dance. Learn about carvings and ta moko (tattoo art). Marvel at the sacred Fairy Spring flowing directly from earth, view our glow worms in their natural habitat. This experience is powerful, truly captivating and... More... |
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 Hobbiton Movie Set Tour from Rotorua - Day Tour - Rotorua. Starting from $119.00 per person. Lord of the Rings trilogy fans – return to the lands of Middle-earth and the Shire on this fascinating...
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Luxury K-Lodge with Golf course view - Holiday Home. 
