Auckland: Rotorua Māori Village & Wai Ariki Small Group Tour

Overview

This small-group day tour from Auckland explores Rotorua’s Whakarewarewa Māori Village and includes a 2-hour restorative spa experience, ideal for culture and nature enthusiasts.

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in Māori culture at Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village
• Learn about the daily lives and customs of the Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao people
• Discover geothermal cooking, traditional crafts, and local traditions
• Unwind at Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa with a 2-hour restorative program
• Experience a multi-sensory journey that renews mind, body, and spirit

Description

Begin your tour at Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village, where geothermal activity shapes the landscape and Māori traditions thrive. Guided by locals, you will explore the resilience, customs, and daily life of the Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao people, including geothermal cooking techniques and traditional crafts.

After the cultural tour, relax at Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa with a 2-hour healing program based on Ngāti Whakaue traditions. The experience combines geothermal heat, mineral waters, mud, and steam in a calming environment designed to refresh your mind, body, and spirit.

Includes

• Guided tour of Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village
• Admission to Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa
• 2-hour restorative spa journey with geothermal elements
• Fully guided return transfers from Auckland CBD
• Pick up and drop off from Auckland central business district
• Refreshments and water onboard
• Local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey
• Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities

Excludes

• Meals
• Personal expenses
• Tips

Important Information

• Please bring swimwear for the hot springs

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book in advance and bring swimwear and comfortable walking shoes. Morning departures typically offer the most pleasant weather.