Discover the Māori World in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland)

Step into te ao Māori, the Māori world, with our authentic day tours across Auckland. Guided by local Māori hosts, you’ll explore places of deep cultural and historical significance, learn the stories of our ancestors, and experience the living traditions that continue to shape our people today.

From sacred maunga (mountains) to coastal landscapes, each journey reveals the connection between land, language, and identity. You’ll witness Māori heritage in action, through storytelling, art, and ceremony, and gain a genuine understanding of how our culture thrives in both traditional and urban settings.

Our tours are more than a visit; they’re an invitation to connect, to feel the heartbeat of Aotearoa and walk alongside us as kaitiaki (guardians) of this land.

Auckland Central Art, Culture & History Tour

A deep cultural journey into the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland).

This immersive full-day experience blends Māori history, storytelling, art and culinary excellence — the perfect introduction to Auckland’s cultural identity and creative spirit.

Explore Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, home to over 17,000 artworks. Discover powerful Māori and Pacific art forms, alongside internationally significant pieces, and gain insights into how art expresses identity, whakapapa (ancestry), and contemporary culture.

At Auckland Museum, you will be guided through taonga Māori (treasures), ancestral stories, natural history and cultural performance. Learn about Māori origins, navigation, settlement, and resilience — shaping the foundations of Aotearoa today.

Recharge and connect over a delicious Māori-inspired lunch at Ahi Restaurant, where manaakitanga (hospitality) is at the heart of the experience. Enjoy flavours crafted with native ingredients and local produce from across the land and sea.

What's Included:

• Return transport from Auckland CBD
• Entry to Auckland Art Gallery & Auckland Museum
• Guided storytelling and cultural interpretation
• Māori fusion lunch at Ahi Restaurant
• Professional Māori guide
• Opportunities for photography & cultural learning throughout the day
• Duration: Approx. 8 hours
• Departure: Auckland CBD – 8:00 AM pickup, returning around 5:00 PM
• Cost: $389 per person

West Auckland Culture, Nature & Heritage Tour

Discover the soul of West Auckland, where Māori culture, lush native forest, and dramatic coastlines come together in a powerful expression of Aotearoa’s identity.

Begin your journey at Hoani Waititi Marae in Oratia, a proud centre of Māori education and community. Learn about tikanga (customs), waiata (song), and the cultural legacy of the many iwi who are connected to this living urban marae. Experience first-hand the significance of te reo Māori and kapa haka to the preservation of identity and whakapapa.

Venture into the Waitākere Ranges to Arataki Visitor Centre, where you’ll be welcomed by giant kauri pou representing Te Kawerau ā Maki. Explore interactive environmental and cultural displays and take in expansive views of native forest stretching to both harbours.

Finally, relax with a scenic picnic at Bethells Beach (Te Henga), a stunning black-sand coastline shaped by powerful tides and ancient history. Here, we reflect on kaitiakitanga (guardianship), traditional connections to the moana, and the deep environmental values that remain strong today.

What’s Included:

• Return transport from Auckland CBD
• Guided cultural experience at Hoani Waititi Marae
• Arataki Visitor Centre visit
• Picnic lunch at Bethells Beach
• Māori cultural storytelling throughout the day
• Professional Māori guide
• Stunning views & photo opportunities
• Duration: Approx. 8 hours
• Departure: Auckland CBD – 8:00 AM pickup, returning around 5:00 PM
• Cost: $375 per person

South Auckland Culture, Community & Kai Tour

Discover the vibrant heart of South Auckland — a region alive with Māori identity, strong community connections, and the spirit of manaakitanga.

We begin at Māngere Education Centre, where you’ll take a guided walking tour with local mana whenua (local people) around Māngere Mountain (Te Pane o Mataoho). This is an ancient, well-preserved dormant volcano with significant historical importance, featuring evidence of early Māori settlement, terraces, and food storage pits (kūmara pits). Guides share local stories and legends, providing a deep connection to the land.

Continue to Pukekiwiriki (Red Hill) — once a significant Māori pā site with fortified terraces, strategic vantage points and enduring ancestral histories. Enjoy the stunning views over the region as we share kōrero about local iwi, settlement, and the land features that guided early occupation.

We conclude with an immersive cultural experience at Jet Park where you will enjoy waiata, poi, haka, and a warm pōwhiri welcome, followed by a delicious meal celebrating Māori cuisine and hospitality. This is a chance to engage, participate, and feel at home among culture and community.

Bring your curiosity, your appetite, and an open heart — South Auckland has stories to share.

What’s Included

• Return transport from Auckland CBD
• Guided cultural experience at Māngere Education Centre
• Guided visit to Pukekiwiriki (Red Hill) pā site
• Cultural performance & kai at Jet Park
• Māori cultural storytelling throughout the day
• Professional Māori guide
• Beautiful views & photo stops
• Duration: Approx. 8 hours
• Departure: Auckland CBD – 8:00 AM pickup, returning around 5:00 PM
• Cost: $389 per person

• See our gallery for photos of some of these stunning places in our tours