Discover Wellingtons Hidden Maori Treasures Tour
Discover intriguing secrets about the city we love and explore the exclusive sites of our history.
The area where Te Raukura-Te Wharewaka o Pōneke is located was harbour frontage to Te Aro Pā, an old traditional Māori village. Learn about the people of this place, the various elements and design of Te Raukura building and its connection to the Polynesian explorer Kupe.
View the archaeological remains of a whareponga (house) at the Pā site, hear the story of the people who lived at the Pā and their journey to Wellington, gain exclusive access to a non-public excavation site.
What to expect
Mihi whakatau | Whakawhānaunga | Introduction speech about Te Āti Awa people | Traditional Waka knowledge | Exclusive access to an excavation site displaying history of historical content | Graphical images shared | Explanation of Te Raukura | The forming of the harbour | Views from the City to Sea bridge | Connections to Kupe | Poroaki
Experience a traditional Māori welcome at the start of the tour and be introduced to our custom practices woven throughout the tour.
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Comfortable footwear and clothing is recommended and layers are great in Wellington weather.
Book this tour and include a meal from our award-winning Karaka Café.
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