Mitai – a cultural Māori experience (evening)

Step into the world of the Mitai village and discover how traditional Māori stories are brought to life through a captivating cultural performance, followed by an authentic hangi dinner.

Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed with a traditional pōwhiri (welcome ceremony), then treated to a powerful and enthralling performance in which Māori tales and customs are shared through song and dance.

Highlights include witnessing Māori warriors paddle down the Wai-o-Whiro river in a traditional waka (war canoe).
The dynamic show features performers in traditional dress, complete with distinctive facial and body markings, which are specially painted for the occasion.

After the mesmerising display, enjoy a traditional hangi dinner, where tender meats and vegetables are slow-cooked underground (hāngi) on hot stones. The gentle steaming infuses the kai (food) with a delicious signature smoky flavour. Dinner is served buffet-style at communal long tables.

Following your meal, set off on a guided evening walk through the surrounding forest. Highlights include the remains of the historic village, the sacred natural spring Te Puna Tapu o Tūhoe, and a magical experience where glow worms light up the night.

After this memorable evening, you’ll return to Rotorua.

Start and end point: Selected hotels in Rotorua (the address and timing will be shown on your voucher). Please note, you need to arrange your own transport to and from the meeting point.

Duration: Approx. 3 hours.

Group size: Maximum 170 people.

Price includes: Transport, Māori cultural show, and dinner (hāngi meal).

Remember to bring: Comfortable footwear and clothing suitable for the weather. 

Please note: This tour departs daily except on December 25th.
Please inform us of any allergies or dietary preferences when booking your excursion. However, bear in mind that some special diets (e.g. vegan) cannot be accommodated due to the nature of traditional Māori cooking and preparation.