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AJ Hackett Bungy Price: 89.14 Test your limits with thrilling bungee jumping activities in New Zealand Queenstown is the home of adventure in New Zealand. Taste the thrill of bungee jumping as you fall over a length of 440 feet from scenic locales of Queenstown. On this tour, partake in any or all of three thrilling bungee jumping locations or enjoy a different experience altogether, namely the Ledge Sky Swing. It takes thrills to a whole new level. In fact a level 400 metres over Queenstown! As you swing away the biggest surprise is not knowing when you’ll change from fall to swing. Just as you’re convinced that the fall will never stop, you begin arching out 400 metres over Queenstown. The Ledge Sky Swing is the only swing operating at night. Enjoy a thrilling action-packed day in the ‘Adventure Capital of the World’. |
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Black Abyss Price: 140.18 Enjoy the thrill of black water rafting in Waitomo on your New Zealand adventure holiday. Take a shot at black water rafting on your adventure holiday in New Zealand. This adventure sport, also known as cave tubing, is an experience unique to New Zealand. Experience the thrill of floating down the river on an inflated rubber tube. You’ll find yourself taking part in all manner of exciting sports, like abseiling (climbing down a rope), cave tubing and climbing. Go caving through the magnificent Ruakuri cave in Waitomo. The entrance to this 1.6 kilometre long cave was once a Maori burial site. It is now protected by a spiral drum like structure. An experienced guide will take you through this five hour adventure and direct you through the cave. Watch out for the glow worms. Also be sure to visit the Museum of Caves and see the flying fox - which is really a herbivorous bat - found in these parts. Take back loads of unforgettable memories from your unique black water rafting adventure in New Zealand |
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Black Labyrinth Price: 73.14 Experience the adrenaline rush as you go black water rafting in New Zealand’s Waitomo Caves. On your holiday in New Zealand, try out some of the thrilling adventure sports this country has to offer. Try black water rafting (also known as cave tubing) in the caves at Waitomo. This unique adventure sport involves the use of an inflated rubber tube to float down the river. Go cave tubing down the subterranean river that flows through the majestic Ruakuri Cave. The entrance to this 1.6 kilometre long cave, once a Maori burial site, is now protected by a spiral drum like structure. Follow an experienced guide as he directs you through the cave. Watch out for the beautiful glow worms that light up the caves. Leap over sparkling waterfalls and crawl through dark caves, on this enchanting adventure in Waitomo, New Zealand. |
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3 Day Rainforest Walk Price: 415.04 Spend three days in a nature camp enveloped by lush rainforest in the jungles of Whirinaki Spend three days in the lap of nature as you explore the rainforests of Whirinaki on this tour. 50 km southeast of Rotorua lies the Whirinaki Forest Park – home to some rare and majestic timber trees. These and the rare and beautiful birds that make this forest their home make it a must visit on any holiday in New Zealand. Visit the Robert Collins Nature Camp, swim in a natural hot pool, take a walk to a backcountry hut and observe first hand the beauty of the Whirinaki forest park. Wind up this three day eco tour with a return trek from camp to the Okahu Valley Road and learn all about the flora and fauna around. You are certain to return with a lot of good shots for your family album from this New Zealand holiday. |
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1 Day Whirinaki Eco- Cultural Walk Price: 86.35 Take a walk through the Whirinaki rainforests and hear folk tales of the Maoris as you walk along. A holiday in New Zealand is incomplete without a visit to the rainforest of Whirinaki. Take this day long guided tour to walk through the heart of the rainforest with a local Maori guide. Learn all about the history and culture of the Maori tribes that live in the area. The park is spread out over 60,000 hectares and is home to several birds, animals and plants. Your guide will help you identify and interpret all the flora and fauna around. Learn about the medicinal properties of all the vegetation around. Listen to many Maori folk tales and tribal stories as you walk along. The Maoris have lived in these parts for over two centuries and your Maori guide will tell you all about the myths and legends of the place. You are bound to find this four and a half hour walking tour through the rainforests of Whirinaki highly informative and thoroughly entertaining. |
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2 Hour Private Waitangi Tour with Kena Alexander Price: 40.73 Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and get an insight into the history of New Zealand. Sound and light show at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds combining Maori culture and live drama. Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds as part of your holiday in New Zealand. Kena Alexander, the director of Culture North will be your guide. It was in these historical grounds that the Treaty of Waitangi – New Zealand’s founding document was signed. The treaty was an agreement between the Maori chiefs and the British and was signed in 1840. The Treaty Grounds were gifted to the nation in 1932 by Lord and Lady Bledisloe. Visit the historic Treaty House where the document was actually signed and get insights from your guide about the value and importance of the document to New Zealand’s history. The grounds are also home to a carved Maori Meeting House and sprawling grounds. See some beautiful native bird life, heritage trees and wonderful bay views from the grounds. |
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Sunset Sail Price: 37.33 Take a leisurely cruise along the stunning coastlines of Waitangi, Russel and Paihia Watch the sun set the western horizon on fire as you take a leisurely cruise along the stunning coastlines of Waitangi, Russell and Paihia in the Bay of Islands. Enjoy views its many coves and about 150 islands scattered in the water. On this evening cruise, watch changing hues of the clear waters - from turquoise to deep blue, as they are touched by the fading sun. Watch them darken slowly to an inky black as the sun sets on the Waitangi skyline. |
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Overnight Kiwi Spotting Tour Price: 305.71 Take an overnight kiwi spotting tour on Kapiti Island to spot the nocturnal little spotted kiwi. Kapiti Island is an internationally renowned sanctuary for some of the most exotic and endangered native birds, flora and fauna of New Zealand. It is also home to the world’s largest population of little spotted kiwi. Kapiti Island Lodge on this small island offers birders a magical and rare opportunity to experience free contact with an unsurpassed range of New Zealand native and endemic flora and fauna Enjoy a guided day walk on Kapiti Island and revel in the beauty of this sanctuary. The closed sanctuary is managed by the Department of Conservation and is a 15 minute boat ride off the Paraparaumu (pronounced ‘pah-ra-pah-ra-oo-moo’) beach. Since the birds on the island have no natural predators, they are not afraid of visitors, and if you’re lucky, you will most likely be able to spot quite a large variety of birds. |
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1 Day Kapiti Island Price: 147.47 Spend the day on Kapiti Island taking a guided bush walk and go bird watching in the sanctuary. Take a guided walk into the bush on Kapiti Island and go bird spotting in the sanctuary. A 15 minute boat ride off the Paraparaumu beach in Wellington, the island is a closed sanctuary, protected by the Department of Conservation. Home to several endangered species of birds, Kapiti Island is a bird watcher’s paradise. As soon as you arrive at the island, you will be given a traditional welcome, followed by an introduction to Maori culture and customs by Maori guides. You might even want to choose one of the many walking trails that take you on a trek through slightly rougher terrain. Or you could take a walk through the older and more established Kapiti Nature Reserve where the tracks are steeper and the birdlife more varied. You can also take some time out to walk about on your own, and go exploring or snorkelling (you will need your own gear). |
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Admission - Geothermal Park Price: 18.80 Go to Te Puia and visit the Whakarewarewa geothermal reserve and see a Maori Cultural performance. Add a Maori twist to your New Zealand holiday with a visit to Te Puia where you can have an authentic Maori cultural experience and a geothermal valley tour. Visit the Whakarewarewa (pronounced fa-ka-re-wa-re-wa) geothermal valley and see the spectacular geysers in this area. Also be a spectator to an authentic Maori cultural performance. Watch the locals perform traditional Maori dances like the Haka (the war dance) and the poi (a more seductive dance).These and other traditional performances will make your afternoon a memorable one. The tribal districts of Rotorua have been home to the native Maoris for centuries and are a traveller’s delight because of the friendliness and charm of the locals. |
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A Cultural / Geothermal Guided Tour and Price: 53.62 Visit a weaving house, a kiwi bird house, the Pohutu Geyser, eat hangi and experience a Mai Ora Take a trip to The NZ Maori Arts and Crafts Institute in tribal Rotorua. Visit a Maori weaving house, a Kiwi bird farm and the Pohutu Geyser that spurts hot water up to 30 metres into the air. Don’t miss the Mai Ora - a quintessentially Maori programme presented by the locals. Showcasing the culture of the Maoris, the Mai Ora is performed at the marae (a communal meeting place), and opens with the sound of a war trumpet, which warns the host tribe of approaching people. Then comes the te powhiri ceremony, where hosts and visitors call out greetings to each other to express their peaceful intentions. |
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Maori Stories & Legends Tour Price: 122.95 Travel into Maori heartland:Visit a marae, where the community meets,and see the Lady Knox Geyser. Take a trip to the Lady Knox Geyser and get a taste of the Maori legend. The best way to learn about Maori culture in New Zealand is to visit a marae - a communal meeting house in Rototua’s tribal quarter. Twenty seven kilometres south of Rotorua is Wai-O-Tapu (literally, sacred waters) - a hotbed of geothermal activity. See the country’s largest mud pool and the Lady Knox Geyser which erupts (with the addition of biodegradable soap) at precisely 10:15 every morning. You could also take the full day tour to the Lakes district and visit the Blue and Green Lakes and Lake Tarawera, from where you can see the splendid Mt. Tarawera. |
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1 Day Volcanoes & Rainforest Price: 181.46 Tour the Waimangu valley and take a walk through the Whirinaki rainforest. Reflecting the region’s natural diversity this full day guided trip takes in the amazing geothermal activity of the Waimangu Volcanic Valley and the magnificence of the Whirinaki Rainforest. The Whirinaki Rainforest is about 50 kilometers south of Rotorua and is enthralling for the stunning beauty of its towering trees many of which are several hundred years old. Scenic walking trails, fascinating waterfalls and the beautiful Whirinaki River make the rainforest an absolute delight to visit. Waima-ngu literally means ‘black water’ and it is named for the dark, muddy colour of the water in Waimangu Volcanic Valley. This valley was created in 1886 after the eruption of Mt. Tarawera. See its many thermal and volcanic features like the Inferno Crater Lake and the Frying Pan Lake. Guided walks and lake cruises make a visit here truly unforgettable. For nature lovers this tour is a must-do on a holiday in New Zealand. |
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1 Day Heritage & Culture Price: 181.46 On this heritage tour of Rotorua walk through historical Ohinemutu Maori Village, the original village around which Rotorua was founded. Discover why Maori and later Europeans were attracted to the warm healing waters of a unique thermal area. Learn of the area’s volcanic past including the 1886 Mount Tarawera eruption and the rich Maori and local history at the Rotorua Museum. Admire a picturesque waterfall amidst the rainforest and learn of the rivers’ importance to local Maori people. Stunning panoramas of Lake and Mount Tarawera provide an idyllic setting for lunch. Experience the culture of the Maori people and the amazing geothermal activity at the NZ Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. This is the perfect tour for people wanting a more in-depth Rotorua experience rather than just a quick snapshot tour. |
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Forest and Lakes Price: 87.24 Take a nature walk in Rotorua’s rainforests and experience the tribal culture of the Maoris. this unique back - to - nature experience. Unique back-to-nature experience. Guided tour around some of Rotorua’s most interesting natural areas. This half day trip takes in a unique geothermal ecosystem, lakes, rainforests, waterfalls, birdlife and the fascinating Maori and local history. The natural treasures of the tribal district of Rotorua are a must visit on your holiday in New Zealand. It is a vast treasure trove of geothermal activity, lush green rainforests and beautiful birdlife. Go on a walking tour of this beautiful place and learn about the rich Maori culture and history of Rotorua. The culture and customs of these natives of New Zealand are unique and fascinating. Get a close look at their rich culture and heritage on this nature walk. Watch out for the rare and beautiful birds that inhabit the rainforests of Rotorua. The breathtaking beauty of the scenic waterfalls and beautiful lakes make this nature walk a memorable one |
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Dawn Chorus Price: 97.71 Visit Rotorua and hear the song of the kokako – an endangered species of bird found in New Zealand. Take an early morning walk around the nature treasure trove that is the tribal district of Rotorua. Follow your naturalist guide to hear the dawn chorus of the endangered species of Bird called the kokako. This native bird of New Zealand found in the North Island is an endangered species. The north island kokako has a haunting, beautiful song that you will find hard to forget. Spend the morning listening to their beautiful songs and if you’re lucky, you might just catch sight of one of these rare endangered species of bird. You will be helping in the conservation of these rare birds as 10% of the cost of this tour will be donated to the Kaharoa kokako Trust that has taken many steps to help stem the disappearance of these birds from our planet. |
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Culture North Night Show Price: 33.43 Watch a light and sound show that enacts the most important event in New Zealand’s history. Come to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and gather under the stars, or in the carved Maori meeting house, for a dramatic, live musical performance that evokes the past and explores the future of New Zealand. The show combines drama, music and dance to portray the coming together of Maori and European cultures as decided in the Treaty of Waitangi. This treaty was the founding document of modern New Zealand and bears great relevance to its history and development. An enthralling and educating performance, this show is certainly a must do on your New Zealand holiday. |
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Auckland Adventure Price: 52.92 1972 Climb Mt.Eden, go honey and wine tasting, visit the Gannet colony at the spectacular Muriwai beach On your holiday in New Zealand, visit Mt. Eden to view Auckland from its highest point. Marvel at the panorama spreading below - the bays, islands and hills of this elegant city. And then push your New Zealand adventure a step further, as you take an orchard tour. Go Honey tasting in the apiaries and Wine tasting in 2 different wineries. Auckland is a large wine producing region with around 100 vineyards and wineries. Some of New Zealand’s oldest vineyards are in Auckland which is best known for its Bordeaux style wines. Get back on the nature trail and take a guided tour of Muriwai beach - one of NZ’s most magnificent black sand beaches. Otakamiro Point, at the southern tip of this craggy, windswept shore, is the site of one of the country’s few mainland Gannet breeding colonies. You might even get to see hundreds of birds in their natural habitat on the shore. |
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Auckland Bungy & Bridgeclimb Price: 17.33 1973 Bungee jump off Auckland Bridge on your New Zealand Adventure holiday A holiday in New Zealand is not complete without a climb up the magnificent Auckland harbour bridge. Add a thrill to our tour by bungee jumping off the bridge. Climb the Waitamata Harbour bridge, with its beautiful paths and ladder-like walkways, rising to a height of 200 feet above the water level. Stop a moment at the top of this architectural landmark and drink in the spectacular view of the entire city of Auckland spread out below. Bungee jumping from the bridge is one of the things you must absolutely experience on your holiday to New Zealand. Enjoy the thrill of falling free as you hurtle down towards the water at breakneck speed. For thrill seekers, this tour in New Zealand is the ultimate adrenalin-pumping adventure! |
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AJ Hackett Bungy Price: 89.14 1974 Test your limits with thrilling bungee jumping activities in New Zealand Queenstown is the home of adventure in New Zealand. Taste the thrill of bungee jumping as you fall over a length of 440 feet from scenic locales of Queenstown. On this tour, partake in any or all of three thrilling bungee jumping locations or enjoy a different experience altogether, namely the Ledge Sky Swing. It takes thrills to a whole new level. In fact a level 400 metres over Queenstown! As you swing away the biggest surprise is not knowing when you’ll change from fall to swing. Just as you’re convinced that the fall will never stop, you begin arching out 400 metres over Queenstown. The Ledge Sky Swing is the only swing operating at night. Enjoy a thrilling action-packed day in the ‘Adventure Capital of the World’. |
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Black Abyss Price: 140.18 1976 Enjoy the thrill of black water rafting in Waitomo on your New Zealand adventure holiday. Take a shot at black water rafting on your adventure holiday in New Zealand. This adventure sport, also known as cave tubing, is an experience unique to New Zealand. Experience the thrill of floating down the river on an inflated rubber tube. You’ll find yourself taking part in all manner of exciting sports, like abseiling (climbing down a rope), cave tubing and climbing. Go caving through the magnificent Ruakuri cave in Waitomo. The entrance to this 1.6 kilometre long cave was once a Maori burial site. It is now protected by a spiral drum like structure. An experienced guide will take you through this five hour adventure and direct you through the cave. Watch out for the glow worms. Also be sure to visit the Museum of Caves and see the flying fox - which is really a herbivorous bat - found in these parts. Take back loads of unforgettable memories from your unique black water rafting adventure in New Zealand |
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Black Labyrinth Price: 73.14 1977 Experience the adrenaline rush as you go black water rafting in New Zealand’s Waitomo Caves. On your holiday in New Zealand, try out some of the thrilling adventure sports this country has to offer. Try black water rafting (also known as cave tubing) in the caves at Waitomo. This unique adventure sport involves the use of an inflated rubber tube to float down the river. Go cave tubing down the subterranean river that flows through the majestic Ruakuri Cave. The entrance to this 1.6 kilometre long cave, once a Maori burial site, is now protected by a spiral drum like structure. Follow an experienced guide as he directs you through the cave. Watch out for the beautiful glow worms that light up the caves. Leap over sparkling waterfalls and crawl through dark caves, on this enchanting adventure in Waitomo, New Zealand. |
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3 Day Rainforest Walk Price: 415.04 1979 Spend three days in a nature camp enveloped by lush rainforest in the jungles of Whirinaki Spend three days in the lap of nature as you explore the rainforests of Whirinaki on this tour. 50 km southeast of Rotorua lies the Whirinaki Forest Park – home to some rare and majestic timber trees. These and the rare and beautiful birds that make this forest their home make it a must visit on any holiday in New Zealand. Visit the Robert Collins Nature Camp, swim in a natural hot pool, take a walk to a backcountry hut and observe first hand the beauty of the Whirinaki forest park. Wind up this three day eco tour with a return trek from camp to the Okahu Valley Road and learn all about the flora and fauna around. You are certain to return with a lot of good shots for your family album from this New Zealand holiday. |
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1 Day Whirinaki Eco- Cultural Walk Price: 86.35 1980 Take a walk through the Whirinaki rainforests and hear folk tales of the Maoris as you walk along. A holiday in New Zealand is incomplete without a visit to the rainforest of Whirinaki. Take this day long guided tour to walk through the heart of the rainforest with a local Maori guide. Learn all about the history and culture of the Maori tribes that live in the area. The park is spread out over 60,000 hectares and is home to several birds, animals and plants. Your guide will help you identify and interpret all the flora and fauna around. Learn about the medicinal properties of all the vegetation around. Listen to many Maori folk tales and tribal stories as you walk along. The Maoris have lived in these parts for over two centuries and your Maori guide will tell you all about the myths and legends of the place. You are bound to find this four and a half hour walking tour through the rainforests of Whirinaki highly informative and thoroughly entertaining. |
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2 Hour Private Waitangi Tour with Kena Alexander Price: 40.73 1981 Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and get an insight into the history of New Zealand. Sound and light show at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds combining Maori culture and live drama. Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds as part of your holiday in New Zealand. Kena Alexander, the director of Culture North will be your guide. It was in these historical grounds that the Treaty of Waitangi – New Zealand’s founding document was signed. The treaty was an agreement between the Maori chiefs and the British and was signed in 1840. The Treaty Grounds were gifted to the nation in 1932 by Lord and Lady Bledisloe. Visit the historic Treaty House where the document was actually signed and get insights from your guide about the value and importance of the document to New Zealand’s history. The grounds are also home to a carved Maori Meeting House and sprawling grounds. See some beautiful native bird life, heritage trees and wonderful bay views from the grounds. |
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Sunset Sail Price: 37.33 1982 Take a leisurely cruise along the stunning coastlines of Waitangi, Russel and Paihia Watch the sun set the western horizon on fire as you take a leisurely cruise along the stunning coastlines of Waitangi, Russell and Paihia in the Bay of Islands. Enjoy views its many coves and about 150 islands scattered in the water. On this evening cruise, watch changing hues of the clear waters - from turquoise to deep blue, as they are touched by the fading sun. Watch them darken slowly to an inky black as the sun sets on the Waitangi skyline. |
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Overnight Kiwi Spotting Tour Price: 305.71 1983 Take an overnight kiwi spotting tour on Kapiti Island to spot the nocturnal little spotted kiwi. Kapiti Island is an internationally renowned sanctuary for some of the most exotic and endangered native birds, flora and fauna of New Zealand. It is also home to the world’s largest population of little spotted kiwi. Kapiti Island Lodge on this small island offers birders a magical and rare opportunity to experience free contact with an unsurpassed range of New Zealand native and endemic flora and fauna Enjoy a guided day walk on Kapiti Island and revel in the beauty of this sanctuary. The closed sanctuary is managed by the Department of Conservation and is a 15 minute boat ride off the Paraparaumu (pronounced ‘pah-ra-pah-ra-oo-moo’) beach. Since the birds on the island have no natural predators, they are not afraid of visitors, and if you’re lucky, you will most likely be able to spot quite a large variety of birds. |
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1 Day Kapiti Island Price: 147.47 1984 Spend the day on Kapiti Island taking a guided bush walk and go bird watching in the sanctuary. Take a guided walk into the bush on Kapiti Island and go bird spotting in the sanctuary. A 15 minute boat ride off the Paraparaumu beach in Wellington, the island is a closed sanctuary, protected by the Department of Conservation. Home to several endangered species of birds, Kapiti Island is a bird watcher’s paradise. As soon as you arrive at the island, you will be given a traditional welcome, followed by an introduction to Maori culture and customs by Maori guides. You might even want to choose one of the many walking trails that take you on a trek through slightly rougher terrain. Or you could take a walk through the older and more established Kapiti Nature Reserve where the tracks are steeper and the birdlife more varied. You can also take some time out to walk about on your own, and go exploring or snorkelling (you will need your own gear). |
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Admission - Geothermal Park Price: 18.80 1985 Go to Te Puia and visit the Whakarewarewa geothermal reserve and see a Maori Cultural performance. Add a Maori twist to your New Zealand holiday with a visit to Te Puia where you can have an authentic Maori cultural experience and a geothermal valley tour. Visit the Whakarewarewa (pronounced fa-ka-re-wa-re-wa) geothermal valley and see the spectacular geysers in this area. Also be a spectator to an authentic Maori cultural performance. Watch the locals perform traditional Maori dances like the Haka (the war dance) and the poi (a more seductive dance).These and other traditional performances will make your afternoon a memorable one. The tribal districts of Rotorua have been home to the native Maoris for centuries and are a traveller’s delight because of the friendliness and charm of the locals. |
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A Cultural / Geothermal Guided Tour and Price: 53.62 1986 Visit a weaving house, a kiwi bird house, the Pohutu Geyser, eat hangi and experience a Mai Ora Take a trip to The NZ Maori Arts and Crafts Institute in tribal Rotorua. Visit a Maori weaving house, a Kiwi bird farm and the Pohutu Geyser that spurts hot water up to 30 metres into the air. Don’t miss the Mai Ora - a quintessentially Maori programme presented by the locals. Showcasing the culture of the Maoris, the Mai Ora is performed at the marae (a communal meeting place), and opens with the sound of a war trumpet, which warns the host tribe of approaching people. Then comes the te powhiri ceremony, where hosts and visitors call out greetings to each other to express their peaceful intentions. |
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Maori Stories & Legends Tour Price: 122.95 1987 Travel into Maori heartland:Visit a marae, where the community meets,and see the Lady Knox Geyser. Take a trip to the Lady Knox Geyser and get a taste of the Maori legend. The best way to learn about Maori culture in New Zealand is to visit a marae - a communal meeting house in Rototua’s tribal quarter. Twenty seven kilometres south of Rotorua is Wai-O-Tapu (literally, sacred waters) - a hotbed of geothermal activity. See the country’s largest mud pool and the Lady Knox Geyser which erupts (with the addition of biodegradable soap) at precisely 10:15 every morning. You could also take the full day tour to the Lakes district and visit the Blue and Green Lakes and Lake Tarawera, from where you can see the splendid Mt. Tarawera. |
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1 Day Volcanoes & Rainforest Price: 181.46 1988 Tour the Waimangu valley and take a walk through the Whirinaki rainforest. Reflecting the region’s natural diversity this full day guided trip takes in the amazing geothermal activity of the Waimangu Volcanic Valley and the magnificence of the Whirinaki Rainforest. The Whirinaki Rainforest is about 50 kilometers south of Rotorua and is enthralling for the stunning beauty of its towering trees many of which are several hundred years old. Scenic walking trails, fascinating waterfalls and the beautiful Whirinaki River make the rainforest an absolute delight to visit. Waima-ngu literally means ‘black water’ and it is named for the dark, muddy colour of the water in Waimangu Volcanic Valley. This valley was created in 1886 after the eruption of Mt. Tarawera. See its many thermal and volcanic features like the Inferno Crater Lake and the Frying Pan Lake. Guided walks and lake cruises make a visit here truly unforgettable. For nature lovers this tour is a must-do on a holiday in New Zealand. |
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1 Day Heritage & Culture Price: 181.46 1989 On this heritage tour of Rotorua walk through historical Ohinemutu Maori Village, the original village around which Rotorua was founded. Discover why Maori and later Europeans were attracted to the warm healing waters of a unique thermal area. Learn of the area’s volcanic past including the 1886 Mount Tarawera eruption and the rich Maori and local history at the Rotorua Museum. Admire a picturesque waterfall amidst the rainforest and learn of the rivers’ importance to local Maori people. Stunning panoramas of Lake and Mount Tarawera provide an idyllic setting for lunch. Experience the culture of the Maori people and the amazing geothermal activity at the NZ Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. This is the perfect tour for people wanting a more in-depth Rotorua experience rather than just a quick snapshot tour. |
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Forest and Lakes Price: 87.24 1990 Take a nature walk in Rotorua’s rainforests and experience the tribal culture of the Maoris. this unique back - to - nature experience. Unique back-to-nature experience. Guided tour around some of Rotorua’s most interesting natural areas. This half day trip takes in a unique geothermal ecosystem, lakes, rainforests, waterfalls, birdlife and the fascinating Maori and local history. The natural treasures of the tribal district of Rotorua are a must visit on your holiday in New Zealand. It is a vast treasure trove of geothermal activity, lush green rainforests and beautiful birdlife. Go on a walking tour of this beautiful place and learn about the rich Maori culture and history of Rotorua. The culture and customs of these natives of New Zealand are unique and fascinating. Get a close look at their rich culture and heritage on this nature walk. Watch out for the rare and beautiful birds that inhabit the rainforests of Rotorua. The breathtaking beauty of the scenic waterfalls and beautiful lakes make this nature walk a memorable one |

