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Te Pā Tū Evening Cultural Experience - Private Tour from Auckland

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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.
  • 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
  • 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
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Complimentary chef choice aperitif
  • Feast on song, drama, tradition, and divine seasonal kai (food)
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
Departure Point

8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Traveler pickup
  • 137-147 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
  • 107 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
  • Auckland Intl Airport, Auckland Central, New Zealand
  • Auckland Central, Auckland Central, New Zealand
    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
  • Bombay, Bombay, New Zealand
    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.
  • 2189 Gordonton Road, Taupiri 3791, New Zealand
    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
  • Dog and Sheep Shaped Corrugated Metal Buildings, Tirau, New Zealand
    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
  • Government Gardens, Rotorua, New Zealand
    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
  • 1220 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua city, Rotorua 3040, New Zealand
    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.
    240 minutes
  • Auckland Central, Auckland Central, New Zealand
    ​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.
    15 minutes
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
  • Please also bring a jersey or coat if it is cold.
  • Easy and good fitness level required.
  • Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get some great experiences photos.
  • Special dietary requirements catered for upon request, please advise at the time of booking. Preferences and requests cannot be guaranteed. Special requests are subject to availability.
  • Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
  • Tours operate in all weather conditions.
  • Take plenty of warm clothing; the village temperature drops markedly in the evening, bone-chilling icy.
  • A cash bar is available for purchase of alcohol (at an additional cost).
  • Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, Kawakawa tea and water is included as part of the dinner
  • Given the nature of our Māori kai (cuisine), we are unable to cater to all dietary needs. While we can meet gluten free requirements, we are not a coeliac approved kitchen. We can cater to vegetarian dietary requests, however are unable to cater to vegan requirements.
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    houstonbrenda
    28 Feb 2025
    I had no idea what to expect. But all I’ve learned of the Māori people I love. The entertainment was phenomenal. We were taught customs and ways of life. They had at least 2 dining halls holding 70 people approx. the food that came out never ended. Beautiful tea cups, for tea coffee and 3 different desserts for each person. Don’t miss.
    CamD D
    10 Jan 2025
    I wasn’t sure what to expect from this experience, but it greatly exceeded all our hopes. This is not for the faint hearted as you are welcomed by the fearsome Māori warriors upon arrival. Once you survive the greeting it becomes evident this is an incredibly talented family. It’s an immersive experience whereby you take part in games, sports, foods and finally get to practice the Haka yourself. Not quite as easy as it looks :) There’s a great mix of culture, fun and plenty of laughs. The final performance of the Haka up close and personal delivers the intimidation as seen on the rugby field. It is awesome to watch live. Dinner in the dining hall is delivered in multiple courses of foods cooked the traditional way, and it’s excessive so don’t eat for 24 hours prior! This is a family clearly very proud of their culture and what they do here. The Chiefs daughter is a serious talent, and we couldn’t have been more impressed by how professional and enjoyable the evening was. This experience is worth travelling to Rotorua on its own for. Thanks to everyone for a fantastic night and experience ????????
    mkushnir
    09 Jan 2025
    My husband and I went on the private tour from Auckland of the Te Pa Tu Cultural Experience. It was absolutely incredible! The experience was educational, enlightening and so enjoyable. The food was also amazing - so good and so much of it! If you want to learn about the Māori people and culture, this is the place to do it for sure. Our driver and guide, Karthik, was also incredible. This is a very long day - about 11 hours, and he kept us entertained and enlightened with so much history, culture, details of plants, geology, just about everything you could ever want to know about the area. We really loved our time with Karthik and highly recommend him to anyone coming to the area!
    This tour in North Island is organized by ExperienceKart

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