Your experience

Set in the heart of Rotorua, the Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Experience + Haka Combo offers a deep-dive into the living culture and captivating geothermal wonders of New Zealand. Your adventure starts with a guided tour through the world-renowned Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley. Here, you’ll walk among bubbling mud pools, mineral terraces and the awe-inspiring Pohutu Geyser, the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. Learn about the significance of these landscapes to the Māori people and the important ancestral connections they embody.

Discover the essence of Māori culture

Experience an authentic cultural encounter as you join a local guide to explore the heart of Māori tradition. Step into a working Marae, where you’ll gain insight into the customs, ceremonies and way of life that define Māori society. Interact with Māori hosts who share time-honoured stories, welcoming you into their world and offering a rare chance to see traditional meeting houses and intricate wood carvings.

Live performance: Haka and more

The highlight of the day is the exhilarating 30-minute Haka performance. Feel the energy as warriors dressed in traditional attire perform the famous Haka, accompanied by impassioned chants, songs (waiata), and poi displays. This powerful spectacle gives meaning to the rituals used by Māori both in times of peace and conflict. Your experience starts with a pōhiri (welcome ceremony) that sets the stage for the sweeping display of Māori arts and pride.

Māori Arts and Crafts Institute

Visit the renowned New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, where skilled artisans demonstrate wood, bone and greenstone carving as well as flax weaving. Discover the role of craft in Māori culture and see artists at work, preserving sacred techniques for future generations. Wander through exhibitions and open workshops where the sharing of knowledge and artistry is lively and memorable.

Wildlife and conservation

Gain entry to the Kiwi Conservation Center, a unique facility dedicated to New Zealand’s rare and iconic native bird, the kiwi. Observe kiwis in a specially-designed nocturnal environment and learn about efforts to protect this endangered species. The blend of wildlife, geothermal marvels and rich heritage makes this a complete experience for all ages.

Unforgettable moments in Rotorua

Whether you’re drawn by geology, culture or lively performance, your Te Puia visit promises an unforgettable blend of entertainment and education. Explore Māori traditions, view dramatic geothermal activity, and enjoy relaxed moments in the village and craft studios. It’s a journey where New Zealand’s past and present are celebrated through movement, storytelling and communal pride.

Book your Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Experience + Haka Combo tickets now!