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3 hours
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Feast on song, drama, tradition, and divine seasonal kai (cuisine) within our forest Pā (village) blanketed by towering Tawa trees, its blazing bonfires, and forest-formed amphitheatre.
Te Pā Tū offers 3-hour evening events that change with each season of the maramataka, the Māori lunar calendar.
Across summer, Tū Te Rā celebrates an abundant harvest, and we explore concepts, rituals, and stories of ancient Māori warfare and peace.
Throughout winter, Tū Te Ihi marks promise heralded by the arrival of the Matariki star cluster which high and bright in winter skies, signalling the new lunar year – we share the energy and passion of this celebration.
Cultural knowledge unique to each season is shared from the outset – rituals, songs, stories and continue across the night. From the beginning too, we share local, seasonal kai - plentiful and delicious. Kai horotai (indigenous canapes) is followed by a torch lit walk to a lavish 3-course fusion feast.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Camera and Video usage is permitted throughout the entire evening experience.
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
PLEASE RECONFIRM YOUR BOOKING 24 HOURS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Māori Cultural Performance
Traditional welcome ceremony
Māori fusion feast
Air-conditioned vehicle
Return transport from central Meeting Point
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Te Pā Tū shares Māori history, traditions, and cultural aspirations across 3.5 hours of celebration and feasting. Feast on song, drama, tradition, and divine seasonal kai (cuisine) within our forest Pā (village) –blanketed by towering Tawa trees, blazing bonfires, and forest-formed amphitheatre. These events change with each season of the maramataka, the Māori lunar calendar. Tū Te Rā – Summer Harvest Celebration (October - April): Across this lunar phase, the sun expresses optimal energy, the days are longer, and light nourishes the natural world. Tū Te Rā celebrates abundant harvest and explores concepts, rituals, and stories of ancient Māori warfare and peace. Tū Te Ihi - Winter Matariki Celebration (May - September): \ Tū Te Ihi includes the time in the earth’s cycle when Matariki stars are high and bright in winter skies. Te Ihi references the energy and passion stirred by the Matariki cluster and the promise they herald.
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1,422 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Susan S,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
There are some activities you can participate in that you don't want to be dressed fancy for. It was immersive and so interesting
Richard R,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
Its a must do, thourgly enjoyed and great value the tour of the village and sampling traditional foods the story telling and the evening meal
JaniceCooper E,
Sep 18, 2025
- Viator
It was a great experience. The Māori family were excellent hosts. They greeted us warmly, gave us a tour of their village and explained their lives. Then in for dinner and a show. The food was delicious and the Māori family can sing. Highly recommend this adventure.
Roshni D,
Sep 17, 2025
- Viator
Fantastic experience! I learned so much about Māori culture and the food was delicious and plentiful!!
Janelle I,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
If they ever go to Rotorua, this is a must do. The people and culture were so amazing. The food and show was fabulous.
Operated by Te Pa Tu - The Gathering Place