At Whakarewarewa Village, experience the warmth of our Legacy Guided tours through NZ’s iconic living 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 – The Living Māori Village.
Whaka Geothermal Trails. Our new geothermal nature trails provide exclusive access to an untouched geothermal landscape where visitors can experience the raw nature of Papatuanuku (mother earth). The Jurassic park-like landscape is described as providing regenerative powers as you find yourself face-to-face with Nature, Hot Spring Lakes, Mud Pools, Geysers and native manuka bushlands.
Two breathtaking experiences in one ticket!
Inclusions
- 1.5 hour guided tour of the village
- Corn cooked in our hot pool
- A 1.4km self-guided trail encompassing nature, geothermal, mud pools & lookouts to Pohutu Geyser.
Highlights
- Two amazing experiences in one ticket!
- Explore an authentic living Māori village where people live on a daily basis
- View the geothermal wonders of Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley
- Learn what it’s like to live in the challenging geothermal plateau
- Exclusive access to an untouched geothermal landscape
- Jurassic park-like landscape
Time
Whakarewarewa Living Village
- Guided tours of 1 to 1.5 hours are available throughout the day from 9am to 3pm, (last Entry at 3pm)
- Open daily
- April - September 10am to 3pm (last entry at 2:15pm)
- October - March 9am to 4 pm (last entry at 3pm)
Geothermal Trails
- Open daily 9am-4pm (last entry 3:15pm)
- Walks ranging between 30 and 60 minutes
What To Bring
- Your 1 to 1.5 hour Guided Tour experience requires you to wear comfortable walking shoes and weather appropriate clothing
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice.
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher