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Whakarewarewa Village Guided Tour

4.7 · 539 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor ⏱ 1h ✓ Free cancellation
Visitors heading towards our bathing area.

At a glance

Whakarewarewa Village Guided Tour is a 1h small-group experience in Rotorua, New Zealand, operated by Whakarewarewa, The Living Maori Village. Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 539 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $33.23 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Entry Ticket.

Highlights

  • Rated 4.7/5 by 539 travellers
  • Small group of up to 20 people for a more personal experience
  • Free cancellation for flexible planning
  • Wheelchair accessible

Quick facts

Duration
1h
Group
Small group, up to 20 travellers
Languages
English
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation
Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Experience the warmth of our Legacy Guided Tours through New Zealand’s iconic Maori village. Our village guides are direct descendants of the early Māori guides who’s legacy shaped tourism in New Zealand for generations. Their insights, knowledge and legendary hospitality (manaakitanga) adds depth and richness to the experience you’ll have at Whakarewarewa.

What's included

What's included

  • Entry Ticket

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 · 1h

    Iconic Guided Tour is the legacy guided Village experience and home of the Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao people, who have shared their unique way of life and stories with visitors from all around the world for over two hundred years. To continue this guiding legacy, Visitors will be able to book a Guided Tour through the Village to enjoy the warmth of our manaakitanga once again from our Village people, experience the amazement of nature’s boiling mud and hot-spring pools including viewing the world famous Pohutu Geyser safely from our two viewing platforms. A fun and
    educational experience for the whole family. Included in your guided tour is an opportunity to try a piece of corn on the cob enjoying the unique taste of Kai (food) cooked in our largest hot pool.

Meeting point

Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Whakarewarewa Village Guided Tour take?

The experience lasts about 1h.

How much does it cost?

Prices start from $33.23 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.

What's included?

Entry Ticket.

Where does it start?

Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.

Can I cancel?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is guided in English.

Is it worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 539 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rotorua.

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