Annie

5/5

This experience was great! The village was beautiful in the dusk with soft rain and log fires burning outside little huts where we were taught some traditional Maori activities from this tribe. The whole thing was run by members of an extended family who were both funny and charming. The musical performances were of a very high standard and the feast was absolutely delicious ( and I am very particular about my food! ) - , excellent canapes,mussels, whitebait fritters, warm rolls with truffle butter, confi duck with watercress and orange salad, hanging cooked lamb, wagyu short rib, root veg. 3 little desserts each. Definitely the best food I've had in 5 weeks in N Z. Fun bus ride each way. Yes, it's touristy but they are open about this, wanting to share their culture with us and they created a very warm, welcoming and informative experience.

Scott Hanson

5/5

An awesome combination of dinner and a cultural show. When you enter the property you are welcomed by a traditional Māori Haka and then shown how their people lived in ancient times. You are then treated to an amazing four-course dinner. The staff and performers are extremely friendly, courteous and love to show you the ancient traditions of their people.

Leilani Osmundson

5/5

This was one of my favorite New Zealand activities and an absolute must on the North Island. The cultural experience as a whole was enlightening, beautiful, and fun, and the hāngī was delicious. One of my favorite parts was the haka, which was just so moving and exciting; it felt like the whole room sat in awe. Everyone involved has my utmost respect for what they do and the culture they preserve. I am very thankful to have been a part of this incredible experience! What to expect: - A bus ride from the pick-up location in downtown Rotorua to the village - A traditional welcome - A rotation of 3-4 cultural activities that come with a small food item or drink (my favorite was the ginger tea with the stick balancing game) - A show featuring singing as well as the haka - The hāngī with much delicious food (my favorites were the short rib and pavlova dessert) and an incredible performance at the end that brought all cultures together (I still feel moved when I think about this) - A bus ride back to the pick-up location in downtown Rotorua Note: Please be respectful of all cultural activities and traditions.