Auckland Maori Tour and Cultural Performance

Highlights

Traditional Maori entertainment: cultural show and Haka dance
Great value: includes hotel pickup, lunch, and entrance fees
Small group tour: enjoy extra attention from your guide

Summary

After pickup from your Auckland hotel, leave the city to explore the Waitakere Ranges, along the west coast. As you explore the ancient Maori lands, stop to enjoy a short hike through the Tiriwa forest, where your guide will point out plants and herbs used in natural medicine, Maori cooking, and other traditional practices. Continue along the coast, stopping at black sand beaches and scenic lookouts, then return to the city via the Tamaki Drive, with stunning views over Waitemata Harbour. After lunch at a local restaurant, end the day watching a captivating Maori culture performance at the Auckland Museum, including the renowned Haka war dance. Your tour ends with drop-off back at your hotel.

Tour info

Duration

8 hours

Why take this tour?

Discover New Zealand’s Maori history and heritage with a local Maori guide and a small group of no more than 15 people. This tour takes you to the sacred Maori lands of the Waitakere Ranges, where you can hear Maori legends while hiking through the Tiriwa forest, tuck into a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, then enjoy a thrilling Maori cultural performance at Auckland Museum, including the famous Haka dance.

What’s included?

Lunch
Snacks and beverages
Hotel pickup and drop off
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 8h
Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

TIME Unlimited Tours

About operator:

Winner of 3 Global Tourism Awards, TIME Unlimited Tours offers the very best Auckland Tours, Auckland Maori Tours, Guided Wilderness Walks, Auckland Shore Excursions and Private Auckland and New Zealand Tours. Personal Tours in very small groups (larger groups on request) and Private Luxury Tours from Auckland to such locations as Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Rotorua, Taupo and the Bay of Islands. TIME Unlimited Tours is one of the most iconic and environmentally-friendly tourism businesses in New Zealand.