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Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience Combo

47 Reviews 4.66 out of 5 stars Based on 47 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 96% of reviewers | Rotorua, New Zealand
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On average, this is booked 12 (2) days in advance.

4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Our most popular evening experience encompasses all we have to offer - a guided tour, hāngī buffet dinner and a cultural performance.

Guided valley tour – Explore geysers, mud pools, native bush, the Kiwi Conservation Centre, and the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute, while learning about Māori culture from a knowledgeable guide.

Hāngī buffet dinner – Enjoy a feast of traditional food at Pātaka Kai Restaurant, overlooking the geothermal valley.

Cultural performance – Experience pōhiri, waiata, mōteatea, poi and haka in our carved meeting house.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Dinner Hāngī Buffet
  • Hot chocolate at the geyser terrace
  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Hemo Road
Tihiotonga, Rotorua 3040, New Zealand

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

An evening of culture, kai and connection—our most popular night experience.

Te Pō Combo begins at 4pm with a fully guided tour of our valley, followed by a buffet dinner and cultural performance—each element designed to deepen your connection to our historic geothermal valley and immerse you in Māori culture.

Explore the stunning landscape of native bush, geysers, and mud pools, and feel the power of Pōhutu Geyser—the largest in the Southern Hemisphere! Your guided journey takes you through the geothermal valley, with visits to the Kiwi Conservation Centre and New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Savour a delicious hāngī buffet at our Pātaka Kai Restaurant & Bar, overlooking a geothermal wonderland. Enjoy fresh produce, traditionally cooked meats and vegetables, kai moana (seafood), and sweet desserts.

Be captivated by a cultural performance in our beautifully carved meeting house, Te Aronui a Rua. The show includes a pōhiri (traditional welcome), waiata, mōteatea, poi, and haka.

Wrap up the evening with a stroll back into the geothermal landscape while sipping hot chocolate.

This experience lasts around 4.5 hours and is suitable for all ages.

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Te Puia: Te Pō Indigenous Evening Experience Combo?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-6076P6

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4.66
47 reviews

Average 4.66 out of 5 stars based on 47 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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On average, this is booked 12 (2) days in advance.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • DinnerHāngī Buffet
  • Hot chocolate at the geyser terrace
  • 45 min Traditional Māori Cultural Performance
  • Te Rā Guided Tour - Geysers, Mudpools, Kiwi, Culture & More
  • Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic Beverages

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers

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