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Whakarewarewa Cultural Performance

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Watch as a traditional cultural performance brings Māori history and legends to life through the captivating song, dance, and storytelling...

Highlights

Dive into our vibrant performing arts scene at Rotorua’s living Māori village
Enjoy traditional performances, including the renowned 'Haka', Poi, and Ti Rakau (stick)
Explore generational stories through expressive movements
Delve into a one-of-a-kind journey through Maori culture and heritage

Step into our world of performing arts with our daily Cultural Performance, a captivating showcase of Māori traditions. Be enthralled by our talented local performers as they bring to life the essence of our people through powerful song and dance, including the exhilarating and world-renowned ‘Haka’, graceful Poi, and rhythmic Ti Rakau (stick games).

A cultural performance at Whakarewarewa takes you on a unique journey through Māori history and legends passed down through generations. The Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao people have a rich legacy of storytelling through song, movement, and dance, spanning over a century. Settle into our performance area and let us transport you through time with mesmerizing performances that bring to life the myths, legends, and traditions of our ancestors.

Adult $35.00

Child $20.00 (5 - 15 years)

Senior $31.00

Infant $0.00

Location

17 Tryon St
Whakarewarewa
Rotorua 3010
New Zealand

Child Friendly

This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

Performance Time: 12.30pm Daily
Child price applies to ages 5-15 years, entry is free for under 5's.

Available Bookings from13 Mar to 26 Mar 2026

All prices are shown inNZD ($)

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Adult$25.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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Adult$25.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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Adult$25.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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Adult$25.00
Child$20.00
Senior$31.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult$25.00
Child$20.00
Senior$31.00
Infant Free of Charge

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Authenticated Reviews

Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support

emergencyKunden lobten die mitreißenden und leidenschaftlichen Darbietungen, die die Energie und Begeisterung der Künstler hervorhoben (45 Personen sagten dies).
emergencyViele fanden die kulturellen Erklärungen und Erzählungen informativ und bereichernd, was ihr Verständnis für Māori-Traditionen vertiefte (30 Personen sagten dies).
emergencyDie Erfahrung wurde häufig als ein Muss für Besucher beschrieben, wobei viele sie als Höhepunkt ihrer Reise empfahlen (35 Personen sagten dies).
emergencyDie interaktiven Elemente, einschließlich der Publikumsbeteiligung am Haka, wurden von den Rezensenten geschätzt, was zur Freude beitrug (20 Personen sagten dies).
emergencyDie allgemeine Atmosphäre wurde für ihre Freundlichkeit und Gastfreundschaft gelobt, was es zu einer großartigen Erfahrung für alle Altersgruppen machte (25 Personen sagten dies).
emergencyDie Länge der Darbietung wurde als genau richtig für eine kurze Einführung in die Māori-Kultur angesehen, was sie für diejenigen mit wenig Zeit geeignet machte (15 Personen sagten dies).
star_shineVersuchen Sie, etwas früher zu kommen, um gute Plätze zu finden und die Atmosphäre zu genießen.
Verpassen Sie nicht die Gelegenheit, am Haka teilzunehmen, um ein intensiveres Erlebnis zu haben!.

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Sandra from Germany wrote on 09 January 2026

Extrem lohnenswert

Eine spannende, liebevoll gestaltete Aufführung mit guten Erläuterungen.

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Jürgen from Germany wrote on 05 April 2025

Empfehlenswert

Living Maori Village war interessant, aber nicht spektakulär! Unbedingt auch die Thermalquellen ansehen.

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Anne Kunze from Germany wrote on 29 December 2024

Gute Darbietung

Wir haben uns gut unterhalten gefühlt. Die Gruppe wirkte etwas unkonzentriert, und nicht ganz so professionell aber charmant.

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larai from New Zealand wrote on 08 February 2026

About performance

Beautiful performance and nice people. Awesome time !!

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gulinak from New Zealand wrote on 26 January 2026

Highly recommended!!!

10/10 and highly recommended! I live in NZ over 15 years but have only done this summer as I had overseas family visiting us. It was absolutely fantastic. 👍🏼

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10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

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