Mitai Maori Village

Located on Fairy Springs Road, next to Rainbow Springs, just a five-minute drive from the town centre, Mitai Maori Village offers an authentic introduction to Maori culture leaving you amazed and in awe.

Be enthralled by the natural bush setting, see warriors in traditional dress paddle an ancient warrior canoe (waka) down the Wai-o-whiro stream to see the glow worms in their natural habitat. Marvel at the crystal clear water full of eels and trout, flowing directly from the earth at the sacred Fairy Spring.

Be captivated by the displays of weaponry and combat, coupled with the grace and beauty of the poi dance. You'll be amazed by the spine tingling haka finale. During this cultural performance, you'll learn about the local past, carvings and ta moko (tattoo art).