Rotorua: Mitai Maori Village Experience 'Voyages of Māori'

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Voyage of Māori Heritage with Mitai Māori Village signifies an immersive adventure designed to take participants on a meaningful exploration of the core intrinsic elements of Māori culture.

Highlights

  • Greeting by host on arrival
  • View the unveiling of traditional earth-cooked hangi and buffet dinner
  • Wai o Whiro Stream – Dynamic scene of warriors on the waka taua (war canoe)
  • Cultural performance including haka & Poi
  • Walk through nature to see sacred spring

Description

Enter a Maori village in a natural bush setting and learn about their customs during an immersive cultural experience, get a warm meet and greet from a beautiful Maori maidens. Learn the guidelines to enter the sacred site and select a chief from your group to represent those visiting the village. Embark on this journey as you partake in the revelation of the traditional hangi feast and relish for lunch in buffet style, bear witness to the fierce warriors navigating the war canoe along the tranquil waters of Wai-o-Whiro stream and immerse yourself in a rich cultural performance of haka and other items, we welcome participation & learning. Embrace nature exploring the echoes of the ancient reconstructed fortified village site unraveling the ways of life of the Māori and the natural spring Te Wai Whakarukuhanga a Atua (The place of the Gods) also known as Te Puna Tapu o Tuhoe (a famous ancestor and tribe). Feast on a hot selection of succulent meats and poultry, vegetables and fresh salads, topped off with tempting desserts.

Includes

2-hour Maori Cultural Experience

Important Information

  • 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. It is recommended you wear flat walking shoes and comfortable clothes, including a jacket during the winter months, we encourage you dress for the weather

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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