Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

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Photo by David McGill
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Photo by Damir Lenc
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Photo by Umi Mostafa
Photo by Umi Mostafa
Photo by Umi Mostafa
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Photo by Umi Mostafa

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Arawa Park Hotel

Arawa Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Glenholme
per person
Oct 19 - Oct 23
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Osaka (OSA) to Rotorua (ROT)
7.2/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
The spa baths have been inoperable for 12 months. Nice setting. Lovely staff. Excellent value.

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
Kawaha Point
per person
Oct 19 - Oct 23
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Osaka (OSA) to Rotorua (ROT)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)
Very nice property. Amazing breakfasts!

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Geyser Lookout BnB

Geyser Lookout BnB

3 out of 5
Tihiotonga
per person
Oct 19 - Oct 23
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Osaka (OSA) to Rotorua (ROT)
10/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
Nice view of the geotherm and geyser. Breakfast and coffee was great including interesting conversations with the host and other guests.

Reviewed on May 4, 2025

Browse tours and tickets to explore Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Tours & day trips

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Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

Mitai Maori Village Cultural Experience in Rotorua

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥14,900 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide

Rotorua: Nocturnal Glow-Worm Adventure Tour with a Guide

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥10,580 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Rotorua Tour from Auckland with buffet Lunch at Skyline Summit

Rotorua Tour from Auckland with buffet Lunch at Skyline Summit

Activity duration is 13 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥52,810 per adult
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Water activities

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Kaituna River: Whitewater Rafting Experience

Kaituna River: Whitewater Rafting Experience

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥7,353 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Kaituna River Rafting Grade 5

Kaituna River Rafting Grade 5

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥12,255 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve which includes a church or cathedral and a garden

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve

Learn about geothermal activity and how the Maori people have been living in these intense surroundings for hundreds of years.

Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

Discover more about the Maori people and the traditional arts and crafts that are integral to their culture.

Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest featuring forests

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

Walk, cycle or ride a horse through this picturesque forest filled with a magnificent array of trees from around the world.

Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Polynesian Spa featuring a lake or waterhole

Polynesian Spa

Set among the serene Government Gardens on the shores of Lake Rotorua, these hot pools are an idyllic place to relax and unwind.

Polynesian Spa
This show was awesome! After the initiation you are welcomed into the village and go threw different stations learning about the culture and then you get a performance show and dinner. Definitely recommend and reservations book way out, so book early! And tip: ask for Mark to be your driver... Seriously I can't remember the last time I laughed so hard

Tamaki Maori Village

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tamaki Maori Village during your trip to Rotorua. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Tamaki Maori Village
Government Gardens which includes night scenes and a garden

Government Gardens

Admire pretty roses and exquisite sculptures, relax at luxurious spas and discover the region’s remarkable history.

Government Gardens

Best Lodging Options Near Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village

Rydges Rotorua

Rydges Rotorua

4.5 out of 5
10 Tryon Street, Whakarewarewa, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Rydges Rotorua
Arawa Park Hotel

Arawa Park Hotel

4 out of 5
272 Fenton St, Rotorua
Arawa Park Hotel
JetPark Hotel Rotorua

JetPark Hotel Rotorua

4 out of 5
237 Fenton Street, Corner Victoria Street, Rotorua
JetPark Hotel Rotorua
Marsden Stay Rotorua

Marsden Stay Rotorua

3 out of 5
273 Fenton St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Marsden Stay Rotorua
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park

3 out of 5
463 Old Taupo Road (South End), Rotorua
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Imperial Hotel Rotorua

Imperial Hotel Rotorua

4 out of 5
7 Tryon St, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
Imperial Hotel Rotorua
Regal Palms Resort

Regal Palms Resort

5 out of 5
350 Fenton Street, Rotorua
Regal Palms Resort
Copthorne Hotel Rotorua

Copthorne Hotel Rotorua

4 out of 5
328-348 Fenton Street, Rotorua
Copthorne Hotel Rotorua
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa

2 out of 5
326 Fenton Street, Rotorua
Silver Fern Rotorua Suites & Spa
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