Wellington: Hidden Māori Treasures Tour
ID: GYG709833-1159817
Category:
Country: New Zealand
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
With exclusive access to Te Aro Pā excavation site, you will discover intriguing secrets about Wellington and the city's earliest inhabitants.
See Te Whanganui a Tara, Wellington Harbour, from an all-new perspective. This indigenous Māori cultural walking tour shares local Wellington history from a mana whenua (indigenous peoples) perspective.
The landmark waterfront building, Te Raukura-Te Wharewaka o Pōneke is located on what was harbour frontage to Te Aro Pā. Learn about the various elements and design of Te Raukura building and its connection to the Polynesian explorer Kupe.
Hear stories about the two taniwha (mythological beings) in the harbour, find out about environmental impacts for Māori in today’s urban landscape and learn other fascinating facts about Māori culture in Wellington.
You’ll also participate in an exclusive tour of an unearthed 200-year-old whare ponga archaeological site.
Highlights
- Participate in a traditional welcoming ceremony.
- Connected with our elaborately carved waka (canoe).
- Exclusive access to preserved remains of the historic Māori village site.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please meet at the Kupe Statue in front of our building on the Wellington waterfront.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
