Overview
A truly authentic Māori experience.
This 3.5 hour tour (9.00am to 12.30) is an intimate and spiritual encounter that only few people (up to 5) will have the opportunity to embrace, its unique, private & exclusive. Embark on a journey of a lifetime and experience tangata whenua and the genuine hospitality and knowledge from your local Māori hosts.
A cultural experience that inspires, informs, and entertains as you learn to weave flax flowers and pronounce Māori words through song.
Your hosts, husband and wife Mervyn and Rangimarie, can’t wait to welcome you to their home in New Zealand’s most northern city, Whangārei. Come and immerse your mind, body and soul on your journey of discovery into our culturally significant sites of majestical waterfalls and beautiful flora & fauna that surround our ancestors, the Kauri.
We will end our time together with a shared lunch of our favourite kiwi kai - fresh locally cooked fish n chips, to cement our connection and time together.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Live commentary and singing on board
Lunch
Driver and guide
All activities
Transport by luxury Mercedes Benz
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Entrance to the Whangarei i-site visitor centre
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Whangarei isite Visitor Information Centre
15 min
You will receive your call of welcome as you begin your journey of discovery with us. A whakatau – an informal welcoming ceremony will commence and connect us for the start of our journey together
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Whangarei Falls
45 min
Feel the connection and spirituality of this beautiful majestical waterfall we call Otuihau, one of six waterfalls in the district. Discover why this site and many others are so important to the indigenous people of Aotearoa New Zealand.
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AH Reed Kauri Park
45 min
Be immersed in the realm of our beautiful native forest that will reveal some of our living ancestors, the magnificent Kauri Trees. You will be in awe of such greatness when you hear their history and the stories that connect us.
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Mount Parihaka War Memorial
45 min
You will see and hear why this mountain was the biggest Māori Pa site in New Zealand during it's day. Amazing views over Whangarei City and harbour as the storyteller takes you on another journey of discovery.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Auckland).
Additional Information
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours
Can I cancel Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Entrance to the Whangarei i-site visitor centre
What's included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Live commentary and singing on board
- Lunch
- Driver and guide
- All activities
- Transport by luxury Mercedes Benz
Which places does it visit?
It visits Whangarei isite Visitor Information Centre, Whangarei Falls, AH Reed Kauri Park, Mount Parihaka War Memorial.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Tu Tika Tours Ltd
