The most award-winning Māori culture attraction in New Zealand. Voted Top 10 Experience in the World. An experience you will never forget!

Tour Duration

12 hours

Tour Summary

Join us on this luxurious private day trip from Auckland to the most award-winning cultural attraction in New Zealand. Voted “Top 10 best attraction in the World” – a cultural experience like no other! Delivered with a genuine heart and soul, TE PĀ TŪ offers a window in to a truly riveting, spirited way of life. Experience an evening of ceremonial ritual, amazing re-enactment, powerful cultural performance, storytelling & divine seasonal feasting as we relive significant events within our pre-European history! Immerse yourself in the traditional Māori way of life during this interactive and entertaining evening experience with a sumptuous and delicious dinner.

Tour Highlights

• The most awarded cultural tourism attraction in New Zealand.
• Enjoy the traditional Māori welcome ceremony.
• Immerse yourself in the traditional Māori way of life.
• Hear the amazing history of the village ancestors.
• Feast on song, drama, tradition, and divine seasonal kai (food).
• Witness the blazing bonfires, and forest-formed amphitheatre.
• Enter the ancestral meeting house.
• Enjoy 4 hours of traditional, powerful, and entertaining Māori cultural performance.
• Feast on a traditional four course Māori-fusion feast dinner and desserts.

Journey Inclusions

• Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.
• Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland.
• Complimentary refreshments and water onboard.
• Complimentary high-speed internet onboard the minibus.
• A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.
• Luxurious temperature-controlled private transportation in a minibus.
• Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities.
• Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish.

Tour Inclusions

• Admission to 4 hours of performance, entertainment, and kai hākari (feasting)
• Four course divine seasonal kai and Māori-fusion feast.
• Forest canapes.
• Complimentary chef choice aperitif.

Tour Requirements

• Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.

• Please also bring a jersey or coat if it is cold.

• Easy and good fitness level required.

• You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.

• Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get some great experiences photos.

• Special dietary requirements catered for upon request, please advise at the time of booking. Preferences and requests cannot be guaranteed. Special requests are subject to availability.