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Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience & Buffet Dinner

Mitai Maori Cultural Experience & Buffet Dinner in Rotorua, New Zealand, featuring traditional Maori performances and food

Mitai Maori warriors paddling a traditional canoe on Wai o Whiro stream, Rotorua.

Mitai Maori performers in traditional attire during cultural experience, Rotorua, New Zealand.

Experience a traditional Māori welcome, a captivating haka performance, and a delicious hangi feast under the stars.

Highlights

Travel to Mitai Māori with complimentary round-trip transportation and be regaled with creative storytelling around the history, culture, and traditions of this village.
After a welcoming ceremony, a traditional meal is unveiled and set to slow cook in an earth oven for consumption at the end of your visit.
You will be privy to warriors paddling down the Wai-o-Whiro stream by canoe, and cultural performances galore.
Stroll through nature and see an ancient fortified village, the spring of Te Puna Tapu o Tuhoe, and glow worms illuminating the forest.
Discover the ways of living, natural resources, and survival techniques used by indigenous peoples.
Wind down with authentic food cooked in a hāngī pit, and engage in a lively question and answer session.

W cenie

3-hour experience at Mitai Maori Village
Round trip transfers from Rotorua
Complete buffet hāngī dinner experience.
Cultural Maori show and welcoming ceremony
Q and A session
Guided bush walk
Entry to Te Puna Tapu o Tuhoe spring

Zasady anulowania

Możesz anulować te bilety do 24 godz. przed rozpoczęciem wycieczki, aby uzyskać pełen zwrot.

Your experience

Start your evening by being welcomed to the Mitai Maori Village, where a traditional ceremony awaits. You’ll witness warriors paddle down the Wai-o-Whiro stream in authentic canoes, offering a glimpse into ancient Māori life. The evening includes the unveiling of your hangi dinner—cooked underground using hot stones. Watch as steam rises and the meal is unearthed before your eyes.

As you enjoy your buffet feast, which features everything from succulent lamb to flavorful seafood, the cultural show begins. You'll see captivating performances, including the famous haka, poi dances, and Māori songs, all presented with passion and pride. Throughout the night, you’ll have opportunities to ask questions and engage with the performers, deepening your understanding of Māori traditions.

The experience includes a nature walk with a guide who will explain how the Māori people lived in harmony with their environment in the ancient fortified village. At night, the forest lights up with native glowworms, adding a magical touch to this cultural experience.

Transfers from Rotorua hotels are available for convenience, making this a seamless evening from start to finish.

Know before you go

What to bring

Dress in layers for changing weather conditions. Bring a hat for sun protection, a jacket in case of rain, and an insect repellant. Comfortable shoes with good traction are essential for the bush walk.

What's not allowed

Outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted inside. There is a bar available onsite.

Accessibility

The forest walk has limitations for wheelchair accessibility. The stairs, uneven surfaces, and platform-based canoe viewing may pose challenges for wheelchair users.

Additional information

Maori Kai often includes ingredients that may not meet all dietary needs, such as vegan options, though some requests can be accommodated.

Moje bilety

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
You can either opt for pick up or choose to reach the meeting point directly.

Hotel Transfers

This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs. In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.
On the day of your tour, please arrive at your hotel lobby 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time.