Mitai Maori Village Experience
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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
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- 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
