Te Pā Tū Evening Cultural Experience - Private Tour from Auckland
(22) Reviews
Auckland CBD
About
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.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Feast on a traditional four course Māori-fusion feast dinner and desserts
Immerse yourself in the traditional Māori way of life
Private transportation
Complimentary refreshments and water on board
Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
Complimentary chef choice aperitif
Witness the blazing bonfires, and forest-formed amphitheatre
Forest canapes
Enjoy the traditional Māori welcome ceremony
Complimentary High Speed Internet on-board the minibus
Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Enjoy 3.5 hours of traditional, powerful, and entertaining Māori cultural performance
Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
The most awarded cultural tourism attraction in New Zealand
WiFi on board
Admission to 3.5 hours of performance, entertainment, and kai hākari (feasting)
Hear the amazing history of the village ancestors
A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
Complimentary chef choice aperitif
Feast on song, drama, tradition, and divine seasonal kai (food)
Breakfast
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Mövenpick Hotel Auckland
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
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Please also bring a jersey or coat if it is cold.
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Easy and good fitness level required.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Te Pā Tū Evening Cultural Experience - Private Tour from Auckland
(22) Reviews
Auckland CBD
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From
$822.50
Price varies by group size
About
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.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Feast on a traditional four course Māori-fusion feast dinner and desserts
Immerse yourself in the traditional Māori way of life
Private transportation
Complimentary refreshments and water on board
Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
Complimentary chef choice aperitif
Witness the blazing bonfires, and forest-formed amphitheatre
Forest canapes
Enjoy the traditional Māori welcome ceremony
Complimentary High Speed Internet on-board the minibus
Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Enjoy 3.5 hours of traditional, powerful, and entertaining Māori cultural performance
Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
The most awarded cultural tourism attraction in New Zealand
WiFi on board
Admission to 3.5 hours of performance, entertainment, and kai hākari (feasting)
Hear the amazing history of the village ancestors
A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
Complimentary chef choice aperitif
Feast on song, drama, tradition, and divine seasonal kai (food)
Breakfast
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Mövenpick Hotel Auckland
Return
Itinerary
1
Auckland Central
We pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request.
15 minutes
2
Bombay
The Bombay Hills are a range of hills to the south of Auckland, New Zealand. Though only a small and seemingly insignificant range of hills, they lie at the southern boundary of the Auckland region, and serve as a divide between Auckland and the Waikato region. directly named after the ship Bombay, The ship itself was named after the Indian city of Bombay (now Mumbai). Bombay Means: a breed of black short-haired medium-sized cat.
3
Robert Harris
We stop to get some great coffee, tea, scones or pies (at your own expense) and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Waikato region.
15 minutes
4
Dog and Sheep Shaped Corrugated Metal Buildings
We will also pass through the unique town of Tirau (the corrugated iron sculpture capital of the world) known for its antique shops and animal-shaped corrugated iron buildings.
10 minutes
5
Government Gardens
Before we head on to Te Pā Tū, we visit and discover the fantastic local landmarks, including the Museum, Government Gardens, Lake Rotorua, and Blue baths, as well as a multitude of picturesque and gorgeous surrounding areas. The Museum and Blue Baths building are currently CLOSED due to seismic issues.
15 minutes
6
Te Pa Tu - The Gathering Place
The most award-winning Māori culture attraction in New Zealand... Embark on a journey to the outskirts of Rotorua, to a Māori village nestled in an ancient forest. Voted Top 10 Experience in the World, this is a cultural experience like no other. Delivered with 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, powerful cultural performance, storytelling & Hangi feasting. Warriors emerge from the forest by canoe to perform the powhiri, an ancient ceremony of welcome that allows visitors safe passage into the village nestled within a native Tawa Forest.
As you wander beneath the stunning forest canopy, the pre-European village the village comes alive with sights, sounds & activity of days gone by including haka, poi, tattooing, weaving, carving and arts of warrior training. You will have the opportunity to participate in these activities.
4 hours
7
Auckland Central
After an enchanting fun-filled cultural experience at Rotorua, it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland. We can also drop you at your accommodation in Rotorua if you are staying locally in the region.