Tauranga / Rotorua

'Footprints of Maori - Rotorua Trail' On arrival in Tauranga, you will be met by your guide and start the day with a drive around the beach side resort of 'Mount Maunganui' as your guide explains the iconic landmark of 'Mauao' - the huge mountain located at the entrance to the harbour -before making your way to Rotoura, stopping at a 'Kiwi Fruit Orchard'. Here you will learn of one of New Zealand's major export products the "Kiwi Fruit" In Rotorua we will visit 'Whakarewarewa Maori Village' where you will be explained the 'everyday' lifestyle of this Maori Village and hear the stories as told by the inhabitants of this area surrounded by Geothermal and Geyser activity. Be entertained in 'song' and 'dance', as your hosts showcase their culture for you to enjoy.   More info

Cultural Trail of Tauranga We arrive at ‘Oropi’ on the outskirts of Tauranga. Set amidst serene landscape, you will receive a brief ‘powhiri’ – welcome ceremony by your hosts for the day before enjoying a ‘short nature walk’ through native flora and fauna whilst receiving a commentary about the 'Legend of Mauao', the iconic landmark of this area, from your Indigenous Trails’ Guide. Highlight of this activity include ‘photo shoots’ by a ‘natural occurring waterfall’.                                                         More info

 

'6 hour Rotorua day Tour' Nau mai haere mai ... Welcome ... "Rotorua - feel the spirit – Manaakitanga" is the catch-cry . . . A deep-rooted Maori cultural tradition, 'Manaakitanga' places a responsibility on us as your hosts to give you the best of ourselves, our time and our history. You will be collected port-side by your native guides and travel via the CBD of Tauranga before embarking on your journey to Rotorua. Be immersed in 'live commentary' as your Indigenous guide explains the stories of the land and people through 'Volcanology' and 'Science', linking it back to the 'Myths & Legends' of 'Maori - the Indigenous People of New Zealand', enroute to New Zealand's premier destination, Rotorua.                                                          More info