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Visit an authentic Living Maori Village deep in the geothermal region of Rotorua on this full-day excursion including a light lunch of a hangi pie, salad and corn. Tour with a local Maori guide and learn about how the villagers have adapted to the harsh geothermal environment. You tour will also include visits to the famous Government Gardens and Rotorua Lake. This is a small group tour with a group size usually up to 18 persons.
Please note that the ticket sent to you by Viator/TripAdvisor will show the standard tour departure time. As the ships arrival time in port varies so much, we adjust the start and end times each day to suit the ships time in port. When your booking is accepted by us, we will confirm the true start time for the day, which overrides the time printed on your voucher.
We use the correct times for the ship which we take from the Port of Tauranga web site.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You must provide your own infant/child seat if required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. We suggest layers with hats and sunscreen
Tour departure time may change due to early and/or late ship arrivals and departures. You will be notified at time of booking Please check your emails to confirm tour departure times. This will over ride the time printed on the voucher.
Please check in with us 15 minutes prior to the departure time we advise you.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
FREE light lunch, hangi style
Air-conditioned vehicle
Port pickup and drop-off
Maori cultural performance
Experienced professional guide
Personal expenses
Operated by Cruise Tours Tauranga
136 reviews
Henry M,
Mar 1, 2025
This in my opinion is a must tour. It was by far the best day and excursion we took during our 2 week cruise. Jack our driver was outstanding. So much knowledge and fun to be with. The village was amazing. The drive was a little long to get to the village but well worth it. Great people with so much history. I highly recommend this tour you won’t regret it.
Christy F,
Feb 25, 2025
It was a great tour and very informative about the Māori culture. The drive to and from our ship offered beautiful views and the driver was friendly and full of information.
Diane L,
Feb 21, 2025
We had a great guide and loved learning about the Maori people. Went to their little village of 70 people also age a tasty lunch.
Stephen W,
Feb 14, 2025
Our tour operator Charlie was great took us around to many fascinating places. Especially the village to see the culture as it was and is hope you don't mind the smell of sulphur though 😉.
Monica J,
Feb 11, 2025
This was a wonderful tour, a long drive to the village but well worth it. Jack was full of information about the area and fun to be with. Excellent driver as well.
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