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Feast on song, drama, tradition, and divine seasonal kai (cuisine) within our forest Pā (village) blanketed by towering Tawa trees, its blazing bonfires, and forest-formed amphitheatre. Te Pā Tū offers 4-hour evening events that change with each season of the maramataka, the Māori lunar calendar. During summer, Tū Te Rā celebrates harvest, and explore concepts in ancient Māori warfare and peace. Across winter, Tū Te Ihi celebrates the Matariki star cluster, a new lunar year, the promise they herald. Cultural knowledge unique to each season is shared through rituals, songs, stories across the event as is local, seasonal kai - plentiful and delicious. Kai horotai (indigenous canapes) are followed by a torch lit walk to a lavish 3-course fusion feast. Our famous traditional hāngi shares the table with other seasonal delicacies prepared with Māori and global techniques but all drawing inspiration from Māori flavours, healing properties, history, heroes.
Rotorua, New Zealand
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Mum1957
Oxford, UK37 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
We had a fantastic evening here. From the Welcome Haka to the Hangi feast. Would thoroughly recommend. Very enjoyable.
Written 28 November 2023
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guennie3
Cambridge, UK235 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
This is not cheap but it is well worth doing if you can afford it. To hear about and experience the Māori culture first hand is something to enjoy and savour. It was not just about listening and watching but also participating. Such fun. It was serious in parts and hilarious in others. The haka, the dancing, the hangi and being part of the Māori community for an evening was just amazing.
Written 24 November 2023
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Jessica C
Sydney, Australia3 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
The family that welcomed us to the village, performed and shared their culture was so lovely and talented!! We had the most amazing time. We loved getting involved with all the activities and it was a real treat to watch them perform the Haka among other song and dance.
We definitely recommend!
We definitely recommend!
Written 23 November 2023
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FoodTravelLife
Rotorua, New Zealand21 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Immersed in a captivating blend of Maori stories that unfolded like a series of enchanting chapters, the evening at this remarkable destination held us spellbound.
A perfect place for visitors seeking a crash course on Maori Culture and Rotorua's story.
A must visit gem that unveils the vibrant tapestry of traditions throughout the night- a journey worth savoring.
A perfect place for visitors seeking a crash course on Maori Culture and Rotorua's story.
A must visit gem that unveils the vibrant tapestry of traditions throughout the night- a journey worth savoring.
Written 22 November 2023
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John C
Castle Rock, CO17 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Interesting welcoming introduction to Māori culture. Very talented friendly people sharing their culture
Written 20 November 2023
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MRico
Province of Barcelona, Spain1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
The high cost of the ticket transforms what could have been a wonderful experience, into a very poor value for money, that is definetely not worth it. For that price, the performance would need to last a bit more, and specially, the food was not even close to fulfull the expectations. The food was even cold when served.
The ticket is too much expensive definitely: 260NZD each.
For that price, we should not need to pay additional 20NZD for a glass of wine.
The food should not be cold when served.
The price should not be that much high. Half of the price would be ok for what we received, we would not recommend it for much more price than that.
The ticket is too much expensive definitely: 260NZD each.
For that price, we should not need to pay additional 20NZD for a glass of wine.
The food should not be cold when served.
The price should not be that much high. Half of the price would be ok for what we received, we would not recommend it for much more price than that.
Written 20 November 2023
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Nov 2023 • Friends
I have taken friends and family a few times over the years and it just gets better. The recent visit was exceptional. Our culture was showcased and shared with great warmth, dignity and authenticity including that wonderfully cheeky unique Maori wit and humour. We observed and participated in the experience of entering a Maori village as honoured guests being enlightened, entertained and nourished with world class cuisine...a brilliant fusion of Te Ao Maori as well as other Countries food. Can't wait for next time.
Written 20 November 2023
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Pippa H
London, UK76 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This was a really interesting experience. We learnt a lot about Maori culture, and the people were so welcoming. It is always a bit awkward when you feel like a culture is being made into a tourist attraction, in particular I didn't feel comfortable when people were taking photos/videos, especially in the initial welcome, would have preferred if they just said no photos.
Written 18 November 2023
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Con P
Melbourne, Australia2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
The Te Pā Tū family welcomed us to what was an amazing evening. Starting with our bus ride out to the Tamaki Māori Village, our driver, Dennis, kept us entertained from the beginning. Upon arrival, we were met with the Village chief, who gave an in depth history of the traditions and values of Māori culture. This was followed by an unforgettable welcome ceremony, where our nominated chiefs of the 2 tour groups officially accepted the welcome on the behalf of everyone. We continued on with welcome drinks and canapes, followed by interactive lessons on the use of traditional tools and weapons. We moved on to cultural song and dance where I was able to take to the stage accompanied by others to learn the Hukka. Dinner was later served, a generous proportion of 5 courses of Māori Cuisine. The night ended with the return to the meeting place, bus driver, Dennis, once again, entertaining us with stories and songs to complete an unforgettable night.
Written 16 November 2023
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Corentin
France4 contributions
I was afraid it would be a fake tourist trap, but I was happy to see and hear about authentic Maori traditions.
People seem so glad to share and make their culture live another day. You can feel they have fun.
Lastly, this activity is tribe owned, which is an important selling point for me.
People seem so glad to share and make their culture live another day. You can feel they have fun.
Lastly, this activity is tribe owned, which is an important selling point for me.
Written 15 November 2023
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Hi, we are planning to be there in September 2021. Can I know the opening days please. According to our current plan want to be at Tamaki Maori Village on 21/09. Thank you
Te Pā Tū
Rotorua, New Zealand4 contributions
Kia ora Ajantha, sorry I had missed your message previously. I do hope we have the opportunity to host you in September, you will find our availability is loaded up on tripAdvisor now for both experiences in September our award winning Hangi Dinner experience or our new Daytime experience Hui E! Kai E! Nga mihi
ısmaıl a a
Istanbul, Türkiye
Are there any other alternative preogramms similar with this in Rotorua which can be visited day times and less expensive without catering?
Ben U
33 contributions
Are you going to Auckland at all? If so the Museum there has Maori cultural displays every day.
Atravelgoal
Ontario1 contribution
Do you receive bookings through get.your.guide?.
& honor those bookings no problem?
sethan2014
Mumbai, India113 contributions
Hi! I could not understand the question completely.
You can book the experience through websites of your choice like tripadvisor aka viator, backpackerdeals Klook etc, they would provide you the details of where and what time you should report etc and that's it. I hope your question is answered.
tassiemum94
Melbourne, Australia16 contributions
Is this experience all outdoors? We are going soon and wondering if I need to dress for a very cold outdoor experience?
Te Pā Tū
Rotorua, New Zealand4 contributions
Kia ora, the first part of the experience is outdoors for the Pre European Village tour, please dress warm & bring a warm jacket, it does get chilly at night this time of year. We look forward to welcoming you to Tamaki Maori Village soon, Nga Mihi nui,
If I only take the tour no dinner, is it possible.? Because my family all is vegetarian. Unless there is a vegan or vegetarian menu.
Backpacker
United Kingdom36 contributions
Let them know in advance and they’ll prepare veggie food :) I had an amazing lasagne - then helped myself to all the delicious veggies too. Save room for pavlova after!
Reto
Burgdorf, Switzerland545 contributions
Is it possible to do an overnight stay without a group? We are two persons traveling trough Aotearoa and would love to do the overnight experience.
Te Pā Tū
Rotorua, New Zealand4 contributions
Kia ora, Unfortunately there is a minimum of 10 guests to book the Overnight Marae Stay. The 3.5hr Evening Cultural Experience operates nightly, and is available to book, Nga Mihi nui
Bakaneko85
22 contributions
Is it possible to meet directly at the site instead of getting bus pick up, as the schedule is not convenient for us? (We will driving from elsewhere)
Roger A
Stamford, UK39 contributions
Yes, just find the Meet... option in the long drop-down menu. The address is out of town at Tumurai on SH5,NOT the one shown in Tripadvisor header!
Bakaneko85
22 contributions
Is it possible to meet directly at the site instead of getting bus pick up, as the schedule is not convenient for us? (We will driving from elsewhere)
ktraveller17
Wellington, New Zealand53 contributions
Yes, you can drive directly to the village if you want too. But I would recommend at LEAST driving into town and meeting the buses at the office, the Bus ride was so fun and one of the highlights of the night, the drivers are awesome 😊
Spaggyau
Blue Mountains National Park, Australia30 contributions
Hi
If I book for the 5pm experience does this mean the evening will be finished about 8:30pm? I will be driving there myself would it be advisable to get there early, if so how earlier?
Thanks
Te Pā Tū
Rotorua, New Zealand4 contributions
Kia ora, yes our 5pm show will have you back in the city centre by 8.30pm. We advise our guests to meet at our Booking office at 4.15pm that is where you board our bus & where the experience starts, Nga Mihi nui,
dthreeboczix
South Australia, Australia14 contributions
Hi can I take my 3 year old ? Is the hangi dairy , nuts and egg free ? My 3 year old has allergy
Te Pā Tū
Rotorua, New Zealand4 contributions
Kia ora! You most definitely can & at the time of booking our Reservations team will provide you with the items your child can safely eat from our menu. We will also give you with an alternative dessert option too.
You are welcome to book directly via our website.
Thanks for the question, we look forward to welcoming you soon.
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