Maori Culture in Rotorua Region

New Zealand Maori Culture Tours & Maori History

NZ Online guide to New Zealand Maori culture shows and Maori village tours.

Maori waka (canoe) tours, traditional Maori hangi (feast), guided marae visits, Maori haka performances, Maori art and traditions.

Maori History in New Zealand

While New Zealand is a relatively young country, it has a rich and fascinating history, reflecting both our Maori and European heritage.

Amazing Maori historic sites and taonga (treasures), some dating back almost a thousand years, are a contrast to many beautiful colonial buildings.

A walk around any New Zealand city today shows what a culturally diverse and fascinating country we have become.

Treaty of Waitangi

The Treaty of Waitangi is considered the founding document of New Zealand as a nation. It was first signed on 6 February 1840 by representatives of the British Crown and various Maori  chiefs from the North Island of New Zealand. The Treaty established a British Governor of New Zealand and recognised Maori ownership of their lands and other properties, and gave the Maori the rights of British subjects. Today, the date of the signing has been celebrated as a national holiday and is now called Waitangi Day.

 


 

 

Elite Adventures, Rotorua, Tauranga & Taupo

Elite Adventures, Rotorua, Tauranga & Taupo

Elite Adventures endeavours to showcase, educate and entertain you in whatever you want to see or do.
Hells Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa, Rotorua

Hells Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa, Rotorua

New Zealand's only 'mud bath' complex using some of the finest muds in the world. Take a guided tour of…
Mitai Maori Village, Rotorua Maori Culture Tours

Mitai Maori Village, Rotorua Maori Culture Tours

An evening at Mitai will give you an authentic introduction to Rotorua Maori culture leaving you amazed and in awe.…
Realm of Tane, Tamaki Heritage Experiences Rotorua

Realm of Tane, Tamaki Heritage Experiences Rotorua

Taking you on an extraordinary journey through Maori culture, mythology and our story of creation TE WAOKU A TANE –…
Rotorua Museum, Rotorua

Rotorua Museum, Rotorua

Discover Rotorua’s rich culture, volatile landscape and legendary figures in this ‘must see’ museum. Innovative displays, art exhibitions, cinema experiences…
Tamaki Maori Village, Rotorua

Tamaki Maori Village, Rotorua

Tamaki Maori Village, Rotorua - the most AWARD-WINNING Maori Culture attraction in Rotorua! Be welcomed into an authentic Maori village…
Te Po Indigenous Maori Experience, Rotorua Maori Culture Tour

Te Po Indigenous Maori Experience, Rotorua Maori Culture Tour

Feel the spirit of Te Puia at night and experience our heritage - a living legacy of people, culture and…
Te Puia, Rotorua Tourist Attraction Te Puia Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

Te Puia, Rotorua Tourist Attraction Te Puia Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

New Zealand's Premier Maori Culture & Geothermal Visitor Experience.
Te Urewera Treks, Rotorua Wilderness Guided Forest Walks

Te Urewera Treks, Rotorua Wilderness Guided Forest Walks

Te Urewera Treks operates a unique range of 1-4 day fully catered guided walks for people wanting a truly special…
The Buried Village of Te Wairoa, Rotorua

The Buried Village of Te Wairoa, Rotorua

The Buried Village Rotorua is the excavation site of the Mt Tarawera eruption, museum, nature walk, history tours and cafe