Te Puia: Te Rā Guided Experience
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Experience a day filled with excitement, culture, and connection as you explore Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley. Encounter our national treasure, the kiwi, and immerse yourself in Māori culture.
Discover awe-inspiring geysers, bubbling mud, and lush native bush during our guided Te Rā experience. Get up close to Pōhutu Geyser, the largest active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere.
Visit the kiwi in a specially designed nocturnal enclosure at the Kiwi Conservation Centre, dedicated to preserving this iconic bird.
Dive deeper into Māori heritage at the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, where students hone traditional skills in weaving, wood, stone and bone carving. Our wānanga (school) serves as a beacon for indigenous culture.
Our knowledgeable kaiārahi (guides) will share their Māori traditions and heritage with you, passing down ancestral stories and insights along the way.
Te Rā guided experience has a duration of 90 minutes.
Thông tin khác
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cần Quan Tâm
Te Puia
Te Puia is situated in the geothermal valley of Te Whakarewarewa, Rotorua and is a powerful reminder of the earth’s natural force. With remarkable geothermal features including the famous Pōhutu Geyser and rich layers of Māori culture, from the land itself to the artworks, the people, stories, traditions and architecture. There are nature trails teeming with native bird life and you will even find the New Zealand icon, the Kiwi bird on site. The knowledge and passion of our guides is often what makes the Te Puia visitor experience so special. Passing on the knowledge and wisdom handed down from their ancestors carries a special pride. It opens visitors’ eyes to the interconnectedness of life in the Māori world, and touches hearts across cultures.
Bao gồm
Explore a Marae and Māori village
Highest Geyser and most active Geothermal Valley in the Southern Hemisphere
Professional guide
Explore our Kiwi Conservation Centre
Wood, Bone & Greenstone carving, flax weaving schools.
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Tùy chọn
Te Rā Guided Tour
Guided Tour : Guided Tours are available on the hour from 9am, to 4pm. Please specify the timeslot when booking. Check in 15 min prior.
Đánh giá
332 đánh giá
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Not worth $100
Scarboroughmark,,24 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
2.00One Hundred Dollars? Are you kidding? The 90 minutes guided your consists of 45 minutes slow walk around the 3 art schools, non-existant kiwis and a small thermal spring with a good geyser. The best bit was being able to walk around the small area yourself. How does this get so many good reviews? It's a rip off.
A fun learning experience!
mcurtis924,,17 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
4.00This was a fascinating tour- the geysers were interesting but the discussions around Maori life and traditions were just fascinating. I only wish more time was spent on that- maybe a review before the walking tour?
Informative and fun
bvnunen,,16 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Fun and informative tour, filled with Maori culture, Kiwi’s and geothermal activity, unlucky not to see the Geyser, but lucky to see the Kiwi…
A Beautiful, Well-Run Cultural Experience – Te Puia
sue singh,,13 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Te Puia was absolutely beautiful and one of the most enjoyable experiences we had in Rotorua. The entire visit was well organised and punctual, starting with a pleasant, knowledgeable guide who set the tone from the beginning. The guided walk was relaxed and informative, never rushed, and gave us a deep appreciation of both the geothermal landscape and Māori culture. The geothermal valley is stunning — steaming vents, bubbling mud pools, and dramatic scenery that feels otherworldly. Walking through it is an experience in itself. We also really enjoyed seeing the kiwi conservation area and the traditional carving and weaving, which adds cultural depth rather than feeling like a tourist add-on. Everything felt authentic, calm, and respectful, with space to explore, learn, and simply enjoy the surroundings. Overall: A beautifully curated experience that balances nature, culture, and education perfectly. Verdict: A must-do in Rotorua — scenic, meaningful, and genuinely enjoyable from start to finish.
Poor tour
Bernadine J,,11 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
1.00The guide walked ahead of the group. No microphone so you could not hear her but I don't think she was speaking anyway. She was asked a few questions and appeared to have minimal knowledge. We were told that we would miss the hourly eruptions by 5 minutes and we could wait at the end of the tour for an hour and go back to watch the main event of the tour on our own. We skipped the end of the tour and waited for the eruptions on our own. It was spectacular. If we had gone back at the time given we would have missed the erruptions by 10 minutes. Worst tour ever but only way to see the guiser eruptions. $170 aud for our own self tour!
Rushed, surface-level tour and poor value
Matthew S,,6 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
2.00Very disappointing experience and poor value for money, especially given that the guided tour is the only option. The tour tried to cover too much in a short time — the kiwi house, geyser and Māori school — which meant everything felt rushed and surface level. There was very little explanation of how the geysers work or the geothermal activity more broadly, and limited opportunity to ask questions or engage. The Māori school felt out of sync with the rest of the tour. We were looking forward to learning more about Māori culture but didn’t feel we came away with meaningful understanding or insight. Overall, the site has real potential, but the current format prioritises breadth over depth and doesn’t justify the cost.
Guided Tour with Ivee
Escape67708530650,,3 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great guided tour with Ivee. She was very knowledgeable about the Maori culture, environment, school, and kiwi birds. Ivee is very patient with kids and large groups. Highly recommend!
Great experience
aussie1Sydney,,2 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Thoroughly enjoyed the tour and Hunter was an excellent guide, knowledgeable and humorous. He spoke with great passion about his culture. A must do on a visit to Rotorua.
Good experience
Samantha W,,27 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00Te Puia is a renowned cultural and geothermal experience in Rotorua, New Zealand. It is home to the famous Pohutu Geyser, bubbling mud pools, and steaming hot springs that showcase the region’s volcanic power. Visitors can also engage deeply with Māori culture through guided tours, traditional carving and weaving schools, performances, and a hāngī-style meal. The experience blends natural wonder with living indigenous heritage, offering insight into history, art, language, and spiritual connections to the land.
Amazing kapa haka and environment
RMLtravels,,27 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
4.00We had a memorable visit to Te Puia, with the staff and the environment being real standouts. Every team member we encountered was warm, professional, and genuinely welcoming, which made a strong impression from the start. The kapa haka performance was outstanding—one of the best I’ve seen anywhere. The harmonies were tight, the energy was incredible, and the group showed deep cultural respect and authenticity. This alone was a highlight worth mentioning. The tour itself was very well organised and ran smoothly. Our guide was friendly and ensured we moved through the experience efficiently, though she shared less information than we expected. It felt more like being escorted than being immersed in the stories and history behind what we were seeing. By the end, we did feel a meaningful connection to Māori culture, and Te Puia clearly puts a lot of care into presenting it respectfully. However, the experience is on the expensive side, and we left weighing the value for money. Overall, Te Puia offers a polished cultural experience with exceptional staff and a world‑class kapa haka performance. A bit more depth from the guided portion would make it even stronger.
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