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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
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
Gratuities
Alcoholic Beverages
Pickup included
Operated by Te Pa Tu - The Gathering Place
1,337 reviews
Thomas Z,
Mar 12, 2025
Amazing! Everything was top notch and was just a great experience. Good food, good service, and knowledgeable while fun demonstrations. A top experience of our vacation
Christina A,
Mar 11, 2025
Great insight into Maori cultures and traditions . It was a very enjoyable inclusive program. The evening meal was excellent. A wonderful evening out .
Jennifer B,
Mar 10, 2025
Enjoyed learning about the traditions of this family and great show and meal. Plenty of food to be had and really nice too
Denise H,
Mar 7, 2025
Very organized and fun! The tribe immediately involved us in their cultural games and music. We were very engaged and learned a ton about the history of the Maori.
Colleen M,
Mar 5, 2025
Excellent food. Talented and friendly Māori hosts. We’re happy to have had this experience. Put this on your itinerary.
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