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Tamaki Maori Village - Maori Cultural Experience With Hangi

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Join us for an unforgettable journey that will take you deep into the heart of Maori culture at the most awarded cultural tourism attraction in New Zealand.

Join us for an unforgettable journey that will take you deep into the heart of Maori culture at the most awarded cultural tourism attraction in New Zealand.

Highlights

  • The most awarded cultural tourism attraction in NZ!
  • Discover Maori weaponry displays, traditional Maori crafts such as flax weaving and the traditional Maori tattoo
  • Hear the amazing history of the villagers ancestors and learn about ancient horticultural practices
  • Enjoy the traditional songs, beautiful harmonies and dance performed by the villagers including the Haka and the unique Poi dance

The Tamaki Maori Village is surrounded by ancient Tawa forest and is located on the fringes of Rotorua, the heartland of Maori culture.

Upon your arrival you’ll be welcomed with a sacred and traditional ceremony before entering into the village which comes to life as fires blaze.

The climax of your cultural experience at the Tamaki Village will be a delicious 3 course feast. The Hangi is steamed underground on hot rocks and offers a true taste of this unique culture.

Come and see for yourself why the Tamaki Maori Village Experience is the most award-winning cultural tourism attraction in New Zealand!

Hangi Feast Menu:

Mains: Traditional Hangi, Hangi cooked meats – Prime New Zealand Lamb & Chicken, Hangi cooked vegetables - potatoes, Kumara, carrots, Stuffing, Steamed NZ green lip mussels, Fresh fish cooked in garlic and butter sauce, Condiments – gravy, mint sauce, cranberry sauce, Green Garden Salad.

Dessert: NZ home made Pavlova with kiwifruit, fruit Salad, Hangi Steamed Pudding, Fresh Cream.

Adult $135.00
10-15 yrs Child $80.00
5-9 yrs Child $40.00
Infant $0.00 (4 years and under)
Family Pass $390.00 (2 Adults and up to 2 Children)

What's included

  • Maori Cultural Experience
  • Traditional Hangi Buffet Feast
  • Return transport provided from Tamaki Gathering Place – 1220 Hinemaru St, Rotorua

Duration

  • Allow approx 3.5 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Pickup Point: 1220 Hinemaru St, Rotorua
  • Pick up time is 5.10 pm. Our coach departs by 5.20 pm and travels to Tamaki Māori Village. Return time to Tamaki Gathering place approximately 8.45 pm.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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Tina from Australia wrote on 30 January 2020

Tina’s

It was a great experience. Loved it. Understanding the culture was awesome

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Elin from Sweden wrote on 08 October 2019

So worth the money!

The welcome ceremony and the show was amazing. Lots of activities to participate in, learned a lot about Maori culture. Really enjoyed the Hangi.

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raewyns1 from New Zealand wrote on 19 July 2021

Rae

Great experience, throughly enjoyed this evening. Interactive and informative and friendly hosts . Dinner was tasty !

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Ellie from New Zealand wrote on 29 July 2020

Well worth the Visit!

This was a great experience and I learned a lot of very interesting facts about the Maori Culture. I felt the whole experience was made even more special knowing that all participants in the story telling, performances and show were all related. I would highly recommend this experience and they food was plentiful and delicious!

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Seoyung Kim from New Zealand wrote on 22 July 2020

Amazing experience

I actually didn’t expect that much but the performance and Hangi food was so nice. Also, all of staffs were very kind:)

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