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Explore Rotorua's geothermal wonders and Māori culture on a day tour from Auckland. Visit Whakarewarewa, The Living Māori Village, and relax at Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa.

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 your mind, body, and spirit

Description

Immerse yourself in the heart of Māori culture and Rotorua’s geothermal wonders on this small-group day tour from Auckland. Begin at Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village, where ancient traditions thrive among steaming vents and bubbling pools. Guided by locals, discover the daily lives, customs, and resilience of the Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao people. Learn about geothermal cooking, traditional crafts, and the powerful bond between land and culture. Then, unwind at Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa, where a 2-hour restorative program inspired by Ngāti Whakaue healing traditions awaits. Blending geothermal heat, mineral waters, mud, and steam, this multi-sensory experience renews mind, body, and spirit in the most serene of settings.

Includes

Guided tour of Whakarewarewa – The Living Māori Village Wai Ariki Admission 2-hour restorative journey experience (with the healing elements of geothermal heat, water, mud, and steam) Fully guided return transfers from Auckland. Pick up and drop off from Auckland CBD. Refreshments and water onboard A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey. Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities.

Important Information

• Please bring swimwear for the hot springs

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund