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Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

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  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup from select hotels
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Get an authentic introduction to Maori culture with an evening at the Mitai Maori Village of Rotorua. See warriors in traditional dress paddle in an ancient canoe, and be captivated by the displays of weaponry. You'll watch 'haka' and poi dances and view glowworms in their natural habitat. This 3-hour experience includes round-trip hotel transport and a traditional 'hangi' feast with your admission ticket.
  • 3-hour cultural experience at the Mitai Maori Village
  • Hangi dinner buffet and Maori performances
  • Guided bush walk to learn about native flora and fauna
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rotorua
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What's Included

  • 3 hour nightly cultural experience
  • Hangi served from a buffet alongside other side dishes and dessert
  • Participate in a short guided bush walk to learn of the flora and fauna
  • Cultural Performance
  • Courtesy transport from all registered local accommodation providers within Rotorua
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Drinks

Meeting And Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

  • 196 Fairy Springs Road
    196 Fairy Springs Road, Fairy Springs, Rotorua 3015, New Zealand

    Carpark available parking for vehicles and motorhomes onsite

Pickup points

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

Complimentary pickup for registered locations only. **Winter: Pickup between 5.15pm and 5.45pm... **Summer: Pickup between 5.45pm to 6.15pm

What To Expect

You're transferred from your accommodation in Rotorua after a personalized meet-and-greet and photo op with a Maori maiden dressed in traditional attire. Then learn some basic guidelines for entering the Mitai Maori Village, considered a sacred cultural and spiritual space to the Maori people. 

In this bush setting of New Zealand's North Island, discover the history of the area once thriving with indigenous villages. You'll observe Maori warriors paddling a waka, or canoe, down the Wai-o-whiro stream, and visit the Fairy Spring for a look at freshwater eels, trout, and glowworms.

The evening's cultural entertainment includes a performance of games, songs, and dances including the haka, or war dance. Learn about Maori customs, including the art of ta moko (tattoo), woodcarving, and medicinal uses of native plants.

Savor a selection of succulent dishes during a traditional hangi feast, with foods cooked underground in an earthen oven. Your dinner includes New Zealand meats and poultry along with vegetables and fresh salads. Top off your meal with buffet-style desserts. Drinks are available for purchase from the full bar.

Afterward, you're dropped off at your hotel.

Mitai Maori Village

Enter the world of Mitai, and learn about the history of this area which was once flourished in villages. See our fierce warriors in traditional dress paddle an ancient warrior canoe (waka) down the Wai-o-whiro stream.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible - if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own care person
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - warm comfortable clothing and walking footwear
  • Please note there is a small walk through the forest which has some steps and uneven ground in some areas
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Infant seats are subject to availability
  • ***Bookings could be cancelled due to lack of numbers - we advise customers the date you are booked to visit to allow for any late bookings. Thank you for your understanding!!
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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A MUST DO!
Kenneth_G, Feb 2023
A Wonderful evening! Excellent Show, such talented people- the grounds & walk to the sacred pool was un Pe Ted & added to the entire experience! The Food was delicious & plentiful! Our host was welcoming and I so enjoyed his explanation of his people, our experience & the Q&A afterwards. A MUST DO!
Loved it
Mirren_H, Jan 2023
Great food, good people, entertaining experiences. I loved every minute. I’d definitely recommend it.
Highly recommended for all (ok, most) ages!
Paul_N, Jan 2023
My family, young and old alike, were mesmerized by the ceremony, and very much appreciative of the opportunity to learn more about the Maori culture and traditions. Many thanks for opening your doors to guests, and for creating such a welcoming, safe space for Q&A! Bonus: excellent food!
Very disappointing
Neha_J, Jan 2023
Not much food options for vegetarians . Only ok Part was cultural performance. Bus pickup which was offered was 40 mnts late while returning & when I complained as I had another booking at redwood tree walks one of the team member said very rudely that you should have bought your own vehicle. He also mentioned that welcome to Newzealand this is how we do here . When I said that I live in Newzealand & I believe people here are very punctual then he said so what u live in Newzealand but you are not a Newzelander , go home n sleep . Very shifty experience I would never recommend paying for getting insulted & being discriminated .
A good trip to do.
Trevor_D, Jan 2023
The food was good, the staff were friendly and the entertainment was enjoyable. The glow worms were an unusual sight.
Fantastic
Casey_M, Jan 2023
This was fantastic. Picked up from hotel and arrived. Sitting with others on table was fun and nice to chat to other people. Dinner was delicious however I would suggest labeling the food (I thought the seafood chowder was a curry) as well as ensuring some foods don’t run out and are replenished. The performances and information about their culture was amazing. Very entertaining.
Hare mai, Hare mai
John_A, Jan 2023
Stunning night out. A look into the past. The best cultural show I've ever seen. The umu kai, great taste and plenty of it. Jason (Can't prononce his maori name) was exceptional. The alcohol was well priced not your usual tourist ripoff. Highly recommended. And value for money
Good night
Eileen_D, Jan 2023
The story telling was excellent enjoyed the show and fabulous dinner well presented so much delicious food
Essential Evening
Matthew_G, Jan 2023
The show was the highlight and informative/entertaining/an absolute must-do if traveling NZ. The spring is beautiful - great to see in daylight and then also with glow worms at night. Amazing host Millie. The food was great - especially the lamb and stuffing.
Do it!
MARINA_V, Jan 2023
Wonderful experience with excelent performance, delicious food and a lot of culture to take in. The village is very well done. The organization spot on. The walk on the forest wit glowworm is a bonus. I highly recommend it
Great family experience.
KARIN_J, Jan 2023
The food was amazing! Great to watch the warriors in the waka and view the cultural performance. Lots of great explanations of the Maori culture. We loved it!
Very nice cultural experience.
Cathy_G, Jan 2023
The Māori history was very interesting. The dinner was delicious. Fun to take a walk in the forest to see the glow worms and watch the canoe performance .
An aotearoa cultural happening!
Pam_M, Jan 2023
Missed the pumpkin in the hāngi and didn’t think you needed salad and rice. Gravy perhaps? Otherwise a great cultural experience !
Fun evening
Suzanne_D, Jan 2023
The setting was beautiful. The war canoe was very interesting. The cultural presentations were not only informative but delightful.
Amazing!
Jodi_M, Jan 2023
It was a wonderful Māori cultural event. The hungi-food was amazing and so was the guide and entertainment. Well done!
Easy access , Very nice...
Hewa_A, Jan 2023
Easy access , Very nice show , recommend,less Waiting time Value for money is good Excellent experience
Really enjoyed the...
Malcolm_C, Jan 2023
Really enjoyed the experience. Reminded me of back when I was a child in a rural primary school when all of the content of Mitai village was taught at school. I used to love playing the stick games
Worth seeing
Jim_E, Jan 2023
Good experience regarding the cultural show. However, the initial river visit and the after dark was not well organised and could not hear the guide.
Memorable experience
Jaspreet_G, Jan 2023
Great memorable experience! Highly recommend to attend. Great way to learn the culture and enjoy the amazing food.
Great night.
Kylie_M, Jan 2023
What a night! Great cultural experience. Great food. Friendly hosts. Definitely a must do while in Rotorua.
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