Te Puia -Te Rā Guided Tour
Te Puia
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Overview
A day of excitement, culture, kai and connection…
For generations, Te Puia has welcomed manuhiri (visitors) from all over the world to explore the magic hidden within Te Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley.
Our 90 minute guided tour will bring you face to face with the biggest, naturally active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere Pōhutu Geyser, and enjoy the up-close experience with the New Zealand Kiwi, in our brand-new Kiwi Conservation Centre. Be mesmerized by exploding mud pools all throughout the valley and gaze at beautifully crafted Māori-made artwork and sculptures visible throughout Te Puia.
Watch carvers and weavers demonstrate their skills at the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, and hear our guides share stories passed down from their ancestors. Our wānanga (school) is a lighthouse for indigenous culture, worldwide. We are honoured to open the doors to our wānanga and show you the work of internationally recognised artists.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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
Highest Geyser and most active Geothermal Valley in the Southern Hemisphere
Professional guide
Explore a Marae and Maori village
Explore our Kiwi Conservation Centre
Wood, Bone & Greenstone carving, flax weaving schools.
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Options
Te Rā Guided Tour
Guided Tour : Guided Tours are available on the hour from 9am, to 4pm. Please specify the timeslot when booking. Check in 15 min prior.
Reviews
201 reviews
Must go and see Te puia
ChaDen K5.0Jul 2024Traditional Maori institute praying ceremony was very impressive. NZ is very well mingled with the western culture and traditional culture. Or even more support local culture than English culture. The crater was so impressive and massive. Hot stone was so good to sitting on as well. Kiwi bird seeing is wonderful. I want visit this place again!Natural wonders
Mark O4.0Jun 2024The geysers and on site school for Māori craftsmen were the highlights. However, knowing that part of the ticket price goes toward helping the students is the only thing that made the price of the tour worth it.Cultural experience!
Marina D5.0May 2024The cultural experience, tour guide, seeing a kiwi, seeing the institute and the souvenir shop. Learning about the geysers!Excellent Attraction
David W5.0Mar 2020Excellent facilities at Te Puia. The guide was great, providing an interesting overview of the attraction and fealing well with questions. We got what we paid for...mud pools, the geyser blowing off, sigh of a kiwi, and cultural background.Wonderful Experience
Constance W4.0Sep 2019Tour guide Louise was awesome. The van ride was bit of a challenge due to it being 4 hours going and returning. The in-between was an experience everyone should do. I enjoyed hearing about the Maori culture and seeing the haka dance. The hot springs were wonderful and seeing an actual geyser erupt. The hot mud pools were a sight to see. I will never forget the smell of sulfur everywhere. I enjoyed visiting the Maori craft institute and shopping at the Te Puia store.
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Te Puia -Te Rā Guided Tour
