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.
To complete your day, experience the geothermal elements of Ruāumoko "God of Volcanoes" including geothermal heat, water, mud and steam with a 2-hour restorative journey at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa! A wellness must-do!
Finish your time with your choice of a chilled ice cream sorbet.
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Terms and Conditions
Please provide any physical or medical conditions at time of purchase a ticket (e.g. hearing, walking, sight, skin sensitivity, pregnancy, heart) Please bring weather appropriate clothing and footwear, as well as: • Sun hat & water bottle & camera • Comfortable shoes • 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! • Any medical or allergy requirements 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 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.
