History and Māori Culture
Family-friendly Tours
Small Group Tours
Day Tours
Experience Māori Hospitality and Heritage Through Food
After the hike, treat yourself to an authentic Māori feast at The Hangi Shop, where generations-old cooking techniques transform simple ingredients into a meal full of heart. Taste smoky hangi and comforting boil-up, both rooted in the values of manaakitanga—care and hospitality. As you eat, you’ll feel a strong connection to the people and places that make this experience unforgettable.
Your cultural journey continues at the Auckland War Memorial Museum, home to powerful stories carved in wood and stone. Witness a kapa haka performance that brings the energy of Māori song, dance, and haka to life before finishing your day at the welcoming Four Shells Kava Lounge. Sharing kava and kōrero here offers a peaceful close to a day filled with learning, laughter, and the spirit of whānau.
Tour Highlights
- HIAINU – Savour your morning brew at an indigenous café, where locals gather to share their culture.
- HĪKOI – Walk across sacred Māori land, exploring the breathtaking views and history of Te Pane o Mataoho.
- HISTORY – Listen to captivating ancestral stories from Māori descendants, offering deep insights into the land’s heritage.
- HĀNGI – Enjoy a traditional Māori feast, prepared using natural ingredients and ancient cooking techniques.
- HAKA – Experience the electrifying haka, a live Māori performance full of energy and emotion.
- HOKO – Browse locally handcrafted goods, supporting Māori artisans and taking home unique cultural treasures.
- Engage in interactive Māori traditions, connecting with Aotearoa’s cultural heart.
Tour Duration
8 hours
Journey Inclusions
- Fully guided return transfers from Auckland.
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off from Auckland.
- Refreshments and bottled water onboard.
- Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi on the minibus.
- Knowledgeable English-speaking Māori guide throughout the journey.
- Luxury, climate-controlled minibus transport.
- Exclusive cultural activities and local interactions.
Tour Inclusions
- Guided gallery tour at Auckland War Memorial Museum.
- Admission to a live Māori cultural performance at Auckland Museum.
- Visits to Auckland’s cultural highlights, including Māngere Mountain.
- Traditional hāngī lunch, cooked using ancient techniques.
- Admission to Four Shells Kava Lounge for a Pacific cultural experience.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- More than 60 days before departure: Full refund**
- Between 30 days and 60 days before departure: 50% cancellation fee**
- Less than 30 days before departure: No refund
A minimum number of travellers is required. If the tour is cancelled due to low numbers, you’ll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
Note: **Refund excludes credit card or payment fees if applicable, which are non-refundable.
*Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*
