Attractions & guided tours

Whakarewarewa Maori Village iconic guided tour

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: from 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes

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Entrance Fees Included

Guided Tour

Local touch

Do this because

Discover the biggest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere-Pōhutu Geyser
Share and learn about our Māori history, customs and culture and why the village is important to the preservation of our rich history and traditions
Enjoy the warmth of the wonderful Legacy guides who will take you on a journey through the geothermal landscapes with humor, charm and warmth.

What to expect

Whakarewarewa– The Living Maori Village is the legacy and home of the Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao people, who have been sharing their unique way of life with visitors from all around the world for over two hundred years.

Experience the warmth of the legacy guided tours through NZ’s iconic living Maori village. The Village guides are direct descendants of the early Māori guides whose Legacy shaped tourism in New Zealand for generations. Their insights, knowledge, and legendary hospitality (manaakitanga) adds depth and richness to the experience you’ll have at Whakarewarewa. Enjoy the warmth of the wonderful Legacy guides who will take you on a journey through the geothermal landscapes with humor, charm and warmth.

What's included

Guided tour
Entrance ticket

Where

17 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua 3010, New Zealand

Meeting point:

Whakarewarewa - The Living Maori Village

What to remember

Please note that all visitors to visit the Village will be notified of any NZ Health Department processes and procedures in relation to Covid-19 best-practice guidelines and that anyone who breaches these guidelines will be asked to immediately leave the Village property
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing

Provider

Whakarewarewa Thermal Village Tours

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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