Mitai Maori Village Experience
Packages
Mitai Cultural Evening Experience (Self-Drive)
Valid on the selected date
Free cancellation (48 hours notice)
Instant confirmation
- Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
- Children aged 0-4 can join this activity free of charge
- Children aged 16+ will be charged the same rate as adults
- We specialize in serving “hangi”. The menu does cater for some dietary needs, such as vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan options available – all meats are halal
- Bar facilities available on site, no alcoholic beverages to be brought onto or taken from the premises
- Baby highchairs available – limited number so book in advance
- Some limitations for wheelchair accessibility during walk through the forest
- Please dress for the weather, e.g., warm clothing in winter, hat in summer, jacket when it's raining, etc.
- Please wear comfortable shoes for the bush walk
- Please refer to the venue's official website for more information about PWD accessibility
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
- Winter
- 18 : 00 - 21 : 00
- Present your mobile voucher
- Enter the venue directly with your voucher
- Mitai Maori Village
- 196 Fairy Springs Road, Fairy Springs, Rotorua 3015, New Zealand
- Please refer to the map for assistance
- By car: If you are driving to the Mitai Maori Village, please arrive 20 minutes prior to the start time of the show
Mitai Cultural Evening Experience (With Pick Up)
Valid on the selected dateFree cancellation (48 hours notice)Instant confirmationReviews
Highlights
Ancient Maori canoe welcome
Watch warriors paddle traditional waka down the Wai-o-Whiro stream as songs and stories unveil their heritage
Glow worms & fortified pā
Take a forest walk to see illuminated glow worms and a traditional fortified village by the stream
Traditional hāngī feast
Savor meat, chicken and kumara slow-cooked for hours in an earth oven for rich, earthy flavors
Guide
- Join the Mitai whānau for an unforgettable evening of culture and warmth
- Experience a traditional welcome ceremony that sets the tone for your journey
- Witness the dramatic arrival of warriors in a waka down the Wai-o-Whiro stream
- Unveil the secrets of a traditional hangi meal, savoring its delicious flavors
- Enjoy an enchanting cultural performance and a full buffet hangi dinner, followed by village exploration and Q&A
Explore Mitai's rich history and Maori culture as warriors paddle ancient canoes down the Wai-o-Whiro stream. Songs, dances, and stories unveil the area's heritage and ancient way of life, deepening your understanding of the Maori people. Join us for a Maori fusion extravaganza, featuring a forest walk to witness illuminated glow worms and a fortified village (pā) by the stream.
Savor a hāngī feast, prepared in an earth oven dug 1-2m deep, with meat, chicken, kumara, and more. The kai is placed on hot stones, covered, and slow-cooked for 3–4 hours, infusing it with earthy flavors. Come experience the flavors of the Great Ocean of Kiwa on this unforgettable journey.
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Mitai Maori Village
Guidebook
- Join the Mitai whānau for an unforgettable evening of culture and warmth
- Experience a traditional welcome ceremony that sets the tone for your journey
- Witness the dramatic arrival of warriors in a waka down the Wai-o-Whiro stream
- Unveil the secrets of a traditional hangi meal, savoring its delicious flavors
- Enjoy an enchanting cultural performance and a full buffet hangi dinner, followed by village exploration and Q&A
Explore Mitai's rich history and Maori culture as warriors paddle ancient canoes down the Wai-o-Whiro stream. Songs, dances, and stories unveil the area's heritage and ancient way of life, deepening your understanding of the Maori people. Join us for a Maori fusion extravaganza, featuring a forest walk to witness illuminated glow worms and a fortified village (pā) by the stream.
Savor a hāngī feast, prepared in an earth oven dug 1-2m deep, with meat, chicken, kumara, and more. The kai is placed on hot stones, covered, and slow-cooked for 3–4 hours, infusing it with earthy flavors. Come experience the flavors of the Great Ocean of Kiwa on this unforgettable journey.
Highlights
Ancient Maori canoe welcome
Watch warriors paddle traditional waka down the Wai-o-Whiro stream as songs and stories unveil their heritage
Glow worms & fortified pā
Take a forest walk to see illuminated glow worms and a traditional fortified village by the stream
Traditional hāngī feast
Savor meat, chicken and kumara slow-cooked for hours in an earth oven for rich, earthy flavors
