Auckland: Rotorua Māori Village w Haka & Waitomo Caves Day Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

12 hours

Mobile ticket

Start your tour with a scenic drive from Auckland to Rotorua, arriving at the enchanting Whakarewarewa Village. This living Māori village welcomes you with the warmth of the local community & the rich aroma of geothermal steam.

Guided by knowledgeable locals, explore the fascinating traditions, customs, & lifestyle of the Māori people. Marvel at the bubbling mud pools, spouting geysers, & steaming vents that dot the landscape, each with its own story.

Immerse yourself in captivating performances of traditional Māori including a 'Haka', offering a glimpse into the heritage & enduring spirit of this indigenous culture.

After your enriching experience at the Maori Village, journey to the Waitomo Caves. Marvel at the stunning glow worms that illuminate the caves, creating a magical underground experience. Glide silently through the caves on a boat, surrounded by the enchanting glow of thousands of bioluminescent creatures before boarding the van for your return journey to Auckland.

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Bottled water

Admission to Fully Guided Tour of the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Admission to a fully guided experience of the Whakarewarewa Maori Village

Snacks

Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD

Air-conditioned vehicle

Meals are not included part of the tour, we allow short breaks and a stop for lunch where you are welcome to buy your own

Options

Maori Village & Waitomo Caves

Pickup included

Reviews

4.33

12 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A great cultural experience
Andy P,
Apr 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The Rotorua Māori Village tour was much better than I expected. The day started with John picking us up at the hotel right on time. There were only two other people on the tour (4 total) so it was quite comfortable. John provided engaging conversation and made a few stops along the way there and back to make pit stops, see extra things and get some food. Our tour guide at the village was an older gentleman called Chief and he was absolutely perfect for the tour, a real wealth of cultural knowledge and experience who was willing to share it all in an engaging and funny way. They cook food in the hot spring and the chicken in the cafe was among the best I've ever had. After the tour we were able to walk around the village a bit to explore the different little shops there which had unique Māori items for sale (some of the best gift shops from our whole trip to NZ). The Waitomo Caves were a little less than I expected as it was a fairly short event. After a short walk through some nice, comfortable caves, you enter a boat for a short trip through the rest of the cave by water. You are not allowed to take photos in the first cave as it was once used as a burial ground, but you can take them from the boat towards the end. It is very dark and difficult to get a good shot, but I was able to get a few decent photos and videos using my iPhone. Overall a very nice day and a good way to learn about the interesting Māori culture.