Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
Enter the world of Mitai Māori Village and embrace our history and culture. Watch our stories unfold through the dynamic scenes of our warriors paddling down Wai-o-Whiro stream, the melodious sounds of our instruments and entertainment from our performers including the haka. Satisfy your hunger with the traditional Māori Hangi and concluding your evening with a walk through our forest to see the ancient, fortified village learning the old ways of living and survival of our people and discover the natural resource Te Puna a Tuhoe, freshwater spring. The evening is not over until you glimpse the glow worms light up the banks of forest as the veil of darkness sets in.
Nau mai, haere mai, whakatau mai – come and experience our world…
Options
Cultural Experience Self Drive
Hangi Buffet Meal
Cultural Experience: Evening Performance, Guided Tour, Glow Worms and Hangi Buffet Meal.
Pick Up not included. meet at Mitai Maori Village
What's included in Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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.
Inclusions
- Hangi served from a buffet alongside other side dishes and dessert
- Courtesy transfers from local accommodation providers within Rotorua (limited places)
- Participate in a short guided bush walk to learn of the flora and fauna and see glow worms
- Spring Water / Tea & Coffee
- Māori Cultural Performance
- 3 hour nightly cultural experience
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessibility is limited for the 'bush walk' - exit into the forest is via stairs. Viewing of the waka (canoe) is from a platform and you can go a short distance into the forest to view the old pā (village) and see the sacred spring below the forest. Unfortunately, you will not see the glow worms. (Note: there is some uneven surfaces).
- Please note there is a small walk through the forest which has some steps and uneven ground in some areas
- Infant seats are subject to availability
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - warm comfortable clothing and walking footwear
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Carpark available for vehicles and motorhomes onsite.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Dress for the weather - indoor / outdoor experience • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Minimum drinking age is 18 years (Valid I.D. is required) • Complimentary pickup for registered locations only (based on availability) **No transfers held without a location for pickup, once we reach full capacity the transfer option will be closed (we do not hold inventory)