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Mitai Maori Village Experience in Rotorua

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Rotorua, New Zealand
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Overview

Get an authentic introduction to Maori culture with an evening at the Mitai Maori Village of Rotorua. See warriors in traditional dress paddle in an ancient canoe, and be captivated by the displays of weaponry. You'll watch 'haka' and poi dances and view glowworms in their natural habitat. This 3-hour experience includes round-trip hotel transport and a traditional 'hangi' feast with your admission ticket.
  • 3-hour cultural experience at the Mitai Maori Village
  • Hangi dinner buffet and Maori performances
  • Guided bush walk to learn about native flora and fauna
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rotorua
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3 hour nightly cultural experience
Hangi served from a buffet alongside other side dishes and dessert
Participate in a short guided bush walk to learn of the flora and fauna
Courtesy transport from all registered local accommodation providers within Rotorua
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Drinks

Departure Point

Rotorua, Rotorua, Rotorua District, Bay of Plenty Region, North Island

Traveler pickup is offered

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
You're transferred from your accommodation in Rotorua after a personalized meet-and-greet and photo op with a Maori maiden dressed in traditional attire. Then learn some basic guidelines for entering the Mitai Maori Village, considered a sacred cultural and spiritual space to the Maori people. 

In this bush setting of New Zealand's North Island, discover the history of the area once thriving with indigenous villages. You'll observe Maori warriors paddling a waka, or canoe, down the Wai-o-whiro stream, and visit the Fairy Spring for a look at freshwater eels, trout, and glowworms.

The evening's cultural entertainment includes a performance of games, songs, and dances including the haka, or war dance. Learn about Maori customs, including the art of ta moko (tattoo), woodcarving, and medicinal uses of native plants.

Savor a selection of succulent dishes during a traditional hangi feast, with foods cooked underground in an earthen oven. Your dinner includes New Zealand meats and poultry along with vegetables and fresh salads. Top off your meal with buffet-style desserts. Drinks are available for purchase from the full bar.

Afterward, you're dropped off at your hotel.
Itinerary
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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.
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible - if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own care person
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - warm comfortable clothing and walking footwear
  • Need to advise the selected registered accommodation provider within Rotorua for courtesy transport
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Please note there is a small walk through the forest which has small steps
  • Infant seats are subject to availability
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Mitai Maori Village
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Mitai Maori Village Experience in Rotorua?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
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What is the policy on sanitization during Mitai Maori Village Experience in Rotorua?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
See all safety measures taken by Mitai Maori Village Experience in Rotorua.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Mitai Maori Village Experience in Rotorua?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Mitai Maori Village Experience in Rotorua.
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Mitai Maori Village Experience in Rotorua?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
See all safety measures taken by Mitai Maori Village Experience in Rotorua.

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Rotura
Mary_M
, Aug 2020
What an exciting evening! We got to see our superb supper cooking in the ground, and then enjoy it, watch a Maori Tribe show explaining their culture, walk through the woods and see the glow worms in their natural habitat. What a glorious, enjoyable day.
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Very Full Exciting Day
Mary_M
, Aug 2020
Can you say exciting?? From the geothermal area and geysers to Maori Tribe show to Kiwis to Redwoods to Government Gardens to black swans? A well worth trip. Everything thing becomes your favorite stop!
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star-4
Highlight was question time and of course the food
Dela_E
, Mar 2020
We had a wonderful time at the Mitai Village experience. It was very friendly and welcoming. Question time was my favorite, it gave everyone a chance to ask what they wanted to know about Maori culture and the MC answered the Questions beautifully. The food was delicious.
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The warriors
Needham_W
, Mar 2020
Very welcoming and inclusive. A great introduction to Maori history and culture. The walk through the bush and the recreated village felt completely authentic. The arrival of the warriors by canoe was very exciting. The food was great and there was plenty of it, but was completed western, so would have welcomed the opportunity to at least try something traditional.
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Mitai Magic
Sharon_O
, Mar 2020
Great show. Very amusing host with good banter. Very informative about Maori culture and awesome Hangi. Recommend this event to anyone visiting NZ.
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The dancing and singing
Colin_W
, Mar 2020
We both enjoyed the experience. The only criticism was we weren't given any time frame after arriving to have our drinks finished by. Also, the same at the end of the meal before we started the final walk.
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Our Maori experience
Mary_Lane
, Mar 2020
Our traditional Maori experience was truly unique. We gained knowledge of both culture and food both visually and through the insight and history portrayed through our guide throughout the evening. Also, with the numbers involved, we were impressed with the co-ordination and organisation of the whole event. John & Mary Nelson Bay NSW
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star-5
Maori Cultural Expernience second to none
Linda_F
, Feb 2020
This Maori cultural experience is well worth a visit. The commentary, show and dinner were outstanding and I would highly recommend it. This experience was recommended to us by friends who live Rotorua. It is a full evening of awesome entertainment and wonderful hangi food.
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star-5
An amazing experience
Lisa_M
, Feb 2020
My parents, daughter and I recently had dinner at the Mitai Maori Village. Our host was amazing and was able to great everyone in their native language. Additionally the history of the village and culture was enlightening and fascinating. The evening ended with a walk to the sacred pool. It was an amazing evening! thank you
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A great experience.
Lllf
, Feb 2020
The food was very good. The show was also quite good. The performers were joyful and were proud to share their culture with the audience.
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