Day Māori Cultural Experience

Experience the Heart of Aotearoa

Step beyond the typical tourist experience and immerse yourself in the rich traditions, history, and hospitality of Māori culture.

Hosted at a local marae, this experience offers a genuine introduction to te ao Māori (the Māori world), providing an opportunity to learn, connect, and participate in cultural practices that have been passed down through generations.

Whether you're visiting New Zealand for the first time or looking to gain a deeper understanding of its Indigenous culture, this experience offers a meaningful and memorable day.

What to Expect

Your trip begins with a warm Māori welcome before being introduced to the history, traditions, and values that are central to Māori culture.

Throughout the visit, you'll enjoy a range of interactive experiences designed to encourage participation, learning, and connection. Depending on the programme, activities may include:

• Traditional Māori welcome
• Introduction to te ao Māori
• Storytelling and local history
• Waiata (songs) and cultural performances
• Interactive cultural workshop
• Time to explore the marae and connect with your hosts

Traditional Shared Meal

A delicious shared meal is included as part of the experience, offering another opportunity to experience Māori manaakitanga (hospitality) while connecting with your hosts and fellow visitors.

What's Included

• Return transport from Auckland CBD
• Guided Māori cultural experience
• Experienced cultural hosts
• Interactive activities and workshops
• Traditional shared lunch
• Small group experience

Who Is This Experience For?

This experience is suitable for:

• International visitors
• Working Holiday travellers
• International students
• School and educational groups
• Families
• Corporate groups
• Anyone wanting to experience authentic Māori culture

No prior knowledge of Māori culture is required.

Tour Information

Duration: Approx 4 hours

Departure: Auckland CBD

Transport: Return transport included

Meals: Traditional shared lunch included

Price: 450 pp

Why Choose Tūhono Exchange?

At Tūhono Exchange, we believe meaningful travel is built on genuine connections.

Our experiences are developed in partnership with Māori communities to provide respectful, authentic, and engaging cultural experiences that leave visitors with a deeper understanding of Aotearoa New Zealand, its people, and its stories.

Every experience is guided by the values of manaakitanga (hospitality), whanaungatanga (connection), and cultural respect.

Book Your Experience

Spaces are limited to ensure a personal and engaging experience.

Contact us today to book your Māori Cultural Experience today and discover the traditions, stories, and people that make Aotearoa unique.

Minimum numbers apply.