Guided Tours

Te Po Combo

Name: Te Po Combo
Start: 2025-03-03T16:00:00
End: 2025-03-03T19:00:00
Location: Te Puia

Te Puia geothermal landscape with steam rising, showcasing Te Rā Guided Experience in Rotorua, New Zealand.

Te Puia geothermal park with steam, Māori cultural performance, and Hāngī buffet dinner setup.

Guide giving a presentation on New Zealand's native plants to visitors at the Kiwi Education Centre, part of the Te Rā Guided Experience at Te Puia, Rotorua

Intricately carved Maori meeting house at Te Puia in Rotorua, New Zealand showcasing traditional design as part of the Te Rā Guided Experience

Discover Rotorua’s geothermal wonders and Māori culture, then indulge in a traditional hāngī feast cooked underground.

Highlights

Take a geothermal tour through Te Puia’s dramatic landscape, then savor a delicious hangi meal slow-cooked using natural geothermal heat.
Discover Māori culture up close, with access to the Arts and Crafts Institute where expert carvers and weavers continue age-old traditions.
Enjoy a guided exploration of the vibrant Te Whakarewarewa Valley, including the erupting Pohutu Geyser and bubbling mud pools.
Your visit includes a Hangi buffet meal, where you’ll experience authentic flavors of traditional Maori cuisine and New Zealand’s culinary heritage.
The name "Hāngī" refers to the Maori method of cooking food underground, an ancient practice that adds unique earthy and smoky flavors.

Inclusions

1.5-hour tour of Te Puia Geothermal Park
Haka performance
English-speaking guide
Hāngī Lunch Buffet (see menu here)
Access to Māori crafts demonstration, Māori village, Pohutu Geyser, Marae meeting house, and Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley
Entry to Te Puia Geothermal Park
Entry to Kiwi Conservation Center
Entry to Māori Arts and Crafts Institute

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

Te Pō Combo: A Night of Culture, Kai & Connection

Experience the Māori culture at Te Puia with an evening of tradition, geothermal wonders, and exquisite cuisine. Begin your journey with a guided tour of Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley, where you'll witness the raw power of Pōhutu Geyser, explore bubbling mud pools, steaming craters, and visit the Kiwi Conservation Centre for a rare glimpse of New Zealand’s iconic bird. Discover the artistry of Māori craftsmanship at the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, where master carvers and weavers keep centuries-old traditions alive.

Local culture on your plate

Savour a buffet feast at Pātaka Kai Restaurant & Bar, featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients, seafood, and hāngī-style slow-cooked meats and vegetables—all enjoyed with breathtaking views of the geothermal valley. The evening comes together in an immersive cultural performance at Te Aronui a Rua, where you'll experience the pōhiri (traditional welcome), waiata (song), mōteatea (chant), poi, and haka.

Know before you go

What to bring

Bring a pair of comfortable shoes, an umbrella, a water bottle, sunscreen, a hat, and your preferred mode of cashless payment for your visit.

Accessibility

This experience is accessible by wheelchair and stroller/pram.
This experience is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or back/neck injuries.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.