Explore Auckland’s rich Māori culture with a local guide. Enjoy traditional meals, stunning views, and unique experiences on this immersive tour.
Explore Auckland’s rich Māori culture with a local guide. Enjoy traditional meals, stunning views, and unique experiences on this immersive tour.
- Auckland Central - Travelers are picked up from most locations within the Auckland CBD area. If your pickup point is not listed, please feel free to reach out, and every effort will be made to accommodate your request.
- Koha Cafe - Begin your day at an indigenous café in South Auckland, the vibrant heart of the world’s largest Polynesian city….
- Auckland Central - Travelers are picked up from most locations within the Auckland CBD area. If your pickup point is not listed, please feel free to reach out, and every effort will be made to accommodate your request.
- Koha Cafe - Begin your day at an indigenous café in South Auckland, the vibrant heart of the world’s largest Polynesian city.
- Māngere Mountain - Next, discover Māngere Mountain, an ancient dormant volcano with significant historical and cultural value. A local descendant will share the mountain’s story as you hike the well-maintained path to the summit, offering breathtaking views of the Manukau and Waitematā harbors.
- Hangi Shop - After the hike, savor a delightful Māori meal at The Hangi Shop, a favorite among locals for traditional Māori cuisine. Enjoy a hangi or boil-up, crafted using age-old Māori cooking methods in an earth oven. This meal is a genuine taste of Māori culture, celebrating the spiritual and ceremonial aspects of food.
- Auckland War Memorial Museum - Proceed to the Auckland War Memorial Museum to explore its exhibits, including a beautifully restored Māori meeting house and a carved war canoe. Following this, experience a mesmerizing kapa haka performance—an intense, authentic expression of Māori culture through song, dance, and the iconic haka.
- Victoria Park Market - Conclude the tour with a visit to Victoria Park Market, highlighting Auckland’s unique blend of historic buildings and contemporary retail.
- Four Shells Kava Room & Shop - End the day by participating in a traditional kava ceremony at Four Shells Kava Lounge, where you can enjoy the soothing effects of this sacred Pacific beverage while engaging in meaningful conversation. Join this unforgettable experience that connects you with Māori and Pacific communities—when you join the tour, you become part of the whānau.
- Auckland Central - After an exciting and enjoyable adventure, it’s time to return to Auckland to conclude your evening and be dropped off at your hotel in Auckland.

- Fully guided return transfers from Auckland
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- Pick up and drop off from Auckland
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Visit to Auckland city highlight spots & Māngere Mountain
- Admission to Māori cultural performance at Auckland Museum
- Admission to gallery tour at…
- Fully guided return transfers from Auckland
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- Pick up and drop off from Auckland
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Visit to Auckland city highlight spots & Māngere Mountain
- Admission to Māori cultural performance at Auckland Museum
- Admission to gallery tour at Auckland War Memorial & Museum
- HISTORY- Hear captivating stories from Māori descendants, personal insights into the land’s heritage
- HOKO - Explore unique local goods, handcrafted by artisans & support the creativity of the community
- HIAINU - Savor your morning brew at an indigenous café & an authentic taste of Māori culture
- HĪKOI - Take a walk across sacred land and immerse yourself in the rich history
- HAKA - Feel the power of a live Māori cultural performance, as the haka ignites energy and emotion
- HĀNGI - Indulge in a traditional Māori feast, cooked with natural ingredients
- Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
- Refreshments and water onboard
- Admission to Four Shells Kava Lounge
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Join a small group cultural tour in Auckland, the largest Polynesian city globally, led by a knowledgeable Māori guide. This full-day excursion unveils Auckland’s rich history and vibrant Māori and Pacific cultures through genuine, interactive experiences. Begin with a local coffee, then visit Te Pane o Mataoho, a dormant volcano offering breathtaking…
Join a small group cultural tour in Auckland, the largest Polynesian city globally, led by a knowledgeable Māori guide. This full-day excursion unveils Auckland’s rich history and vibrant Māori and Pacific cultures through genuine, interactive experiences. Begin with a local coffee, then visit Te Pane o Mataoho, a dormant volcano offering breathtaking harbour views and a personal history lesson from a local descendant. Enjoy a traditional Māori lunch made with locally sourced ingredients, experience the powerful haka, and support local artisans by purchasing unique treasures. End with an ancient Pacific ceremony that fosters connection and well-being. Experience an unforgettable Māori cultural journey with us! This tour is organized by Glorious Inc.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This tour is operated by Glorious Inc.
- Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat.
- Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately with comfortable walking shoes.
- Good and moderate fitness level required and must have the ability to walk for at least 1 hour.
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, sun protection, jacket/warm layer & essential personal items.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get some great experiences photos.
- Not suitable for travellers with any kind of mobility issues.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.