• Ohinemutu - Begin your Rotorua adventure with an exclusive guided walking tour through Ohinemutu, a vibrant Māori geothermal village located on the shores of Lake Rotorua. This village is home to Ngāti Whakaue, a sub-tribe of the Te Arawa waka (canoe) that traveled from the Pacific homeland of Hawaiiki to New Zealand around 1350 AD.
  Ohinemutu Village served as the city center for the Rotorua region in the early 1870s. Visitors, including royalty, would arrive at this lively settlement before proceeding to the Pink and White Terraces at Lake Tarawera and experiencing the therapeutic waters of Rotorua.
  Today, Ohinemutu remains a venue for many significant events for the people of Rotorua. It is an area of spiritual, historical, and cultural significance. A Ngāti Whakaue descendant or family member will guide you, sharing insights into a unique way of life. You will see natural cooking pools and bathing areas, admire the prominent traditional meeting house, and visit St Faith’s Anglican Church.

• Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa - Situated on the shores of Lake Rotorua, a world-class spa experience awaits. Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa is a luxurious Māori cultural wellness thermal retreat for adults.

Owned by Ngāti Whakaue, Wai Ariki is built on their rich legacy of cultural traditions, healing practices, and manaakitanga (warm hospitality). Meaning ‘Chiefly Waters,’ Wai Ariki is architecturally breathtaking and culturally authentic, specializing in holistic health and well-being.

The 2-hour Restorative Journey - Wai Whakaora is a 7-step multisensory experience that combines Māori culture and traditional healing practices with the therapeutic elements of geothermal heat, water, mud, and steam. This unique journey is designed to relax and rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul.

What to Bring:

• Swimwear
• Jandals/thongs/slides for walking around (barefoot is also acceptable)
• A towel, robe, and locker will be provided

For ages 16 and above

• Entry into Ohinemutu and Waiariki Spa
• Bottled water
• GST (Goods and Services Tax)
• Lunch
• Locker, Robe and Towels provided for Spa Experience

Join us for our tour designed for those aged 16 and over.

Enjoy a private guided walking tour through Ohinemutu, a vibrant Māori geothermal village located on the picturesque shores of Lake Rotorua.

Following the Māori Village tour, the journey continues to Waiariki Spa, exclusively for adults.

Situated on the shores of Lake Rotorua, a world-class spa experience awaits. Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa is a luxurious Māori cultural wellness thermal retreat for adults.

Owned by Ngāti Whakaue, Wai Ariki is built on a foundation of cultural traditions, healing practices, and manaakitanga (warm hospitality). Meaning ‘Chiefly Waters,’ Wai Ariki is both architecturally stunning and culturally authentic, focusing on holistic health and wellbeing.

The 2-hour Restorative Journey - Wai Whakaora is a 7-step multisensory experience that combines Māori culture and traditional healing practices with the therapeutic elements of geothermal heat, water, mud, and steam. This unique journey is designed to relax and rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul.

• Children under 16 not permitted at Luxury Spa so tour not suitable for anyone under the age of 16 years
• • Travellers with high-risk medical conditions should seek professional advise prior to making a booking

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.