We are located in Rotorua NZ.
Be welcomed into the Māori world under the guidance of our Ngāti Whakaue ancestors at the Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa.
Our first stop takes us to a Māori reservation. Your guide will begin to tell you about our Sky Father and Earth Mother and the connection Māori has with nature. Here you will also learn about some flora and fauna that has spiritual and medicinal purposes.
A short stroll down the road will take us to a traditional Māori village. Learn how the stories of old have been recorded in the carved meeting house and the importance of genealogy or family tree. Visit the site of New Zealand’s own love story, Hinemoa & Tūtānekai.
Our next stop is the bastion of Māori culture, our spiritual meeting grounds, a Marae. The marae holds great significance for the Māori people as it is a place of gathering, sharing knowledge and farewelling our loved ones. You will receive a warm welcome inside the meeting house and experience Māori protocols first-hand. Learn about the Māori world in a traditional setting.
We finish off our time together with a closing prayer at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa.
MEETING POINT
- Our meeting point is at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa at 9am
- Please meet out the front of the Spa
- You are welcome to leave your car in the parking area for the duration of the tour
WHAT TO BRING
Water bottle & camera
- Walking shoes or sandals
- Rain/sun protection
Photo Gallery
Terms and Conditions
Please bring weather appropriate clothing and footwear, as well as: • Sun hat and sunblock (even in cloudy weather our sun rays are harmful) • Water bottle (advisable) • Comfortable shoes (open toe) is fine (for low level walking activity) Please note you are required to take off your shoes if you are entering the Marae. • If it is raining, we will provide umbrellas but please remember your rain jacket In winter months, an extra layer of clothing is always recommended! • If you have any medical or allergy requirements please let the guide know in advance. If you require any medications such as an Epi pen or inhaler please bring these with you. There will be a basic first aid kit on board. • Rotorua is known as a geothermal area. Some of our sights may include entering these areas. • Our tour guide will give you health and safety information at each site. • If you want to read more before your tour information is available by email Bookings can be rescheduled up to 24 hours before reservation, depending on availability. Cancellation requires 48 hours’ notice to receive a full refund. PJ’s may cancel, postpone or visit alternative sites due to weather or volcanic conditions and/or traditional ceremonies taking place, or when PJ’s determines it is unsafe to operate. In the event that PJ’s cancels a tour, this will be fully refundable.
