Kahukiwi Experiences
Kahukiwi Experiences
5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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About
Kahukiwi Experiences is a 3-hour, fully-guided, Māori cultural tour into the heart of Mourea, Ngāti Pikiao, Rotorua. Guided by a vibrant, passionate Māori guide, explore the stunning environment by luxury 4WD, stopping regularly to soak up the views, hear the stories and gain a deeper insight into the cultural and historical significance of this part of Rotorua. Daily Tours 9.00am and 1.30pm
Okere Falls, New Zealand
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Laurie G
San Anselmo, CA5 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
An exceptional cultural experience. We learned so much about the Maori history and community. Our vacation to New Zealand would have been incomplete without this tour.
Written 9 December 2023
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Laurie G
San Anselmo, CA5 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
An exceptional cultural tour that surpassed our expectations in every way. Ranui Tamati-Parata, daughter to serving village elder, her mother, and past village Chief, her father, is articulate and a great story teller. Ranui is also an attorney and educated us on some of the legal challenges that the Maori face in maintaining and reclaiming their land. The family traces their Maori lineage back 17 generations of Maori natives and are devoted stewards of their land. Accompanied by her son, who gives award winning Maori dance shows in Roturua, they made a perfect duo. We saw the fabled blue and green lakes, pink white terraces from a distance, and their Village gathering center, which displayed beautiful artistic carvings. The tour concluded with a panoramic view of the land, rivers and bays atop their working farm, where Ranui and her son graciously served us hot tea from their modern, well appointed welcome cabana.
Written 29 November 2023
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goodie322
Asheville, NC14 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
If you want a truly authentic experience, this is it. "Harry" shared his culture, his land, his history and more! An amazing time with a caring, funny, passionate guide. An experience we will not soon forget.
Written 26 October 2023
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J P
Ville-Pommeroeul, Belgium38 contributions
An excursion off the beaten track but poor in interest.
The 2 pictures on this page show the attractiveness of this excursion
A lot of exchange with a very nice maori but no typical organized visit
A simple tour in a luxury 4*4 in search of the beautiful view. No luck it was a rainy day
We retain the sympathy of the owner who is worth the 3 stars
To couple necessarily with another more typical visit
The 2 pictures on this page show the attractiveness of this excursion
A lot of exchange with a very nice maori but no typical organized visit
A simple tour in a luxury 4*4 in search of the beautiful view. No luck it was a rainy day
We retain the sympathy of the owner who is worth the 3 stars
To couple necessarily with another more typical visit
Written 12 May 2023
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Kahukiwi
Thank you for you review, the weather was not kind to you on this day. However we wish you well and a safe journey on your travels through out NZ.
Nga mihi
Written 14 May 2023
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Dorothee
2 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Far away from touristy performances, we gaint an authentic insight in the traditional Maori world thanks to our wonderful, lovable guide Hare (Harry?). Thank you so much for that extraordinary experience, for showing us very special, spiritual places, medicative plants, awesome views and, last but not least, singing for and with us!
Written 27 November 2019
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Kia ora! And thank you for your amazing feedback which is very much appreciated. And how wonderful you got to sing with Hare.
Written 28 November 2019
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Adrian
1 contribution
Oct 2019 • Solo
It was amazing to meet Hare and learn about him, his family, hin ancestors and the whole story behind the spiritual way of life.
This in addition to the beautiful landscape makes the experience perfect.
This in addition to the beautiful landscape makes the experience perfect.
Written 28 October 2019
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Kia ora!
Thank you so much for your review, which we really appreciate. We are so pleased you enjoyed Hare and Kahukiwi Experiences - and go to experience our Māori culture.
Written 30 October 2019
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pauline
Leiden, The Netherlands5 contributions
Oct 2019 • Solo
I would highly recommend this very authentic, personal tour! Hare (alias Harry) knows so much and is so passionate about the culture of his people. He shares his own family history and Maori vision on life.
Written 25 October 2019
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Kia ora Pauline! Thank you so much for your feedback which is very much appreciated. And we agree Hare is fantastic!
Written 26 October 2019
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Marko
1 contribution
Jul 2019 • Couples
Wow....what an experience. We enjoyed the tour from the beginning to the end (which was way longer than 3 hours).
If you want a personal tour without al the theatre than this is to one. You can ask questions whenever you want and you can really learn about the beautiful Maori culture.
If you want a personal tour without al the theatre than this is to one. You can ask questions whenever you want and you can really learn about the beautiful Maori culture.
Written 16 July 2019
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Thank you so much for your review which is very much appreciated. Hare, our guide, is amazing and our experience is designed to do just that - give you the opportunity to "ask those questions" and to immerse yourself in our Māori Culture.
Written 22 July 2019
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Raylene_Whitford
Edmonton, Canada16 contributions
May 2019 • Solo
A must do!! I had the pleasure of spending the morning with Taru, who patiently retold the stories of his ancestors and his connection to the land. Such a personal recount of how the Maori people have lived and learned from the area for centuries. I would strongly urge anyone who is looking for a personalised, honest, “non-gimmicky” glimpse into historical and contemporary Maori life to take the tour! You most certainly not be disappointed! Thank you Taru!!
Written 13 May 2019
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Kia ora Raylene
Thank you for your fabulous feed back, which is very much appreciated! And yes, Taru is an amazing person whose stories are wonderful to hear.
Written 13 May 2019
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Tine_789
Hamburg, Germany5 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
Had a very interesting tour with Hare. The tour covers Maori history, stories, carvings..up to modern topics such as preserving the family land for future generations. This is not a "theater" tour such as the various Maori village experencies, rather you get lots of explanations of the culture (and some very nice views of the lake) and you have the opportunity to ask all sorts of questions. Very interesting, and the guide went beyond the described tour to show me some additional spots of interest. It was possible to book just one day in advance, and the tour took place even though I was the only participant - much appreciated. The guide seemed to have a real interest in showing/explaining his culture and background, which was great. The experience felt more like having met someone who offered to show me around rather than a paid tour. I fully recommend this tour.
Written 5 May 2019
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Kia ora
Thank you so much for your review and it was fabulous to meet you, with Hare at the end of the tour. We really appreciate your comments and taking the time to share your insights . As you know Hare is so passionate about sharing our culture. Ka kite ano (see you again)
Written 12 May 2019
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