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Whakarewarewa Cultural Performance

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Watch as a traditional cultural performance brings Māori history and legends to life through the captivating song, dance, and storytelling...

Watch as a traditional cultural performance brings Māori history and legends to life through the captivating song, dance, and storytelling...

Highlights

  • Dive into our vibrant performing arts scene at Rotorua’s living Māori village
  • Enjoy traditional performances, including the renowned 'Haka', Poi, and Ti Rakau (stick)
  • Explore generational stories through expressive movements
  • Delve into a one-of-a-kind journey through Maori culture and heritage

Step into our world of performing arts with our daily Cultural Performance, a captivating showcase of Māori traditions. Be enthralled by our talented local performers as they bring to life the essence of our people through powerful song and dance, including the exhilarating and world-renowned ‘Haka’, graceful Poi, and rhythmic Ti Rakau (stick games).

A cultural performance at Whakarewarewa takes you on a unique journey through Māori history and legends passed down through generations. The Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao people have a rich legacy of storytelling through song, movement, and dance, spanning over a century. Settle into our performance area and let us transport you through time with mesmerizing performances that bring to life the myths, legends, and traditions of our ancestors.

Adult $35.00
Child $20.00 (5 - 15 years)
Senior $31.00
Infant $0.00

Location

  • 17 Tryon St
  • Whakarewarewa
  • Rotorua 3010
  • New Zealand

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Performance Time: 12.30pm Daily

  • Child price applies to ages 5-15 years, entry is free for under 5's.

Available Bookings from 10 Sep to 23 Sep 2025

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

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  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$25.00
  • Child$20.00
  • Senior$31.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

4.8

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Jürgen from Germany wrote on 05 April 2025

Empfehlenswert

Living Maori Village war interessant, aber nicht spektakulär! Unbedingt auch die Thermalquellen ansehen.

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Anne Kunze from Germany wrote on 29 December 2024

Gute Darbietung

Wir haben uns gut unterhalten gefühlt. Die Gruppe wirkte etwas unkonzentriert, und nicht ganz so professionell aber charmant.

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Robyn Lemsing from Australia wrote on 07 September 2025

Awesome experience

Was great to see a live performance and here some of the history about their culture and ancestors. The performers seems to have a great time and enjoyed themselves.

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guillermod from Chile wrote on 31 August 2025

EXCELENT

great experience

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Cloe Guerin from Canada wrote on 18 August 2025

A must-do when visiting the village!

It was a great experience, I really enjoyed the dances, music, singing and the haka. The performance feel very powerful and lively. A perfect way to discover and learn more about the Maori culture and arts!

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