Whakarewarewa Village Guided Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Experience the warmth of our Legacy Guided Tours through New Zealand’s iconic Maori village. Our village guides are direct descendants of the early Māori guides who’s legacy shaped tourism in New Zealand for generations. Their insights, knowledge and legendary hospitality (manaakitanga) adds depth and richness to the experience you’ll have at Whakarewarewa.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces 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
Entry Ticket
What To Expect
Iconic Guided Tour is the legacy guided Village experience and home of the Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao people, who have shared their unique way of life and stories with visitors from all around the world for over two hundred years. To continue this guiding legacy, Visitors will be able to book a Guided Tour through the Village to enjoy the warmth of our manaakitanga once again from our Village people, experience the amazement of nature’s boiling mud and hot-spring pools including viewing the world famous Pohutu Geyser safely from our two viewing platforms. A fun and educational experience for the whole family. Included in your guided tour is an opportunity to try a piece of corn on the cob enjoying the unique taste of Kai (food) cooked in our largest hot pool.
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Whakarewarewa Village Guided Tour
Reviews
437 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommended Mauri tour
Kirsty C,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had local guide, Philip, take us around the Mauri village. He was a fantastic source of knowledge and personalised the tour for us, answering lots of questions. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the area.
Great experience. The...
Daniel S,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience. The guide, Daniel, was extremely knowledgeable and very engaging. Highly recommended.
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow
Kelvin R,
Jul 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00A wonderful insight as to how life was prior to colonisation and how Maori 'invented" New Zealand's tourism and worked as the New Zealand's first Tour Guides
Wear comfortable shoes as...
Graham R,
Apr 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wear comfortable shoes as theirs a bit of walking, but get ready for a great time as it’s a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
A true Māori experience
Caren R,
Apr 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a true Māori experience. Our guide was a proud 5th generation Māori from this village and so knowledgeable about the history. And the geothermal action is astounding. But book earlier in the day so you have a chance to visit the Māori owned shops in the village. We booked later and the shops were all closed. Other than that, an excellent way to learn about the history and culture of this village.
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Operated by Whakarewarewa, The Living Maori Village