Travel & Tourism

Set amidst a landscape of erupting geothermal activity, hot thermal springs and hot bubbling mud pools is the Living Maori village of Whakarewarewa situated in Rotorua, the heart of the North Island. Discover our unique lifestyle and traditions. Join a guided tour and see the wonders of Mother Nature and learn how we have come to live in harmony within this unique environment.

Waikite Valley Thermal Pools is a unique place to go to experience the ‘Living Waters’ of the Te Manaroa Spring, the largest single source of 100% pure boiling water in New Zealand. These very waters cascade into our main splash pool (35-38C), adjoining toddlers beach area and the sit and soak pool (38-40C) also, our new luxurious Tranquil Garden pool. We have new changing rooms with toilet and shower areas for families and the physically challenged.

Unforgettable experiences where the theatre brings tribal and historical stories of Rotorua to life in an entertaining yet eductional way. A lighter more humorous touch to traditional Maori culture. A Kiwiana Roast Buffet is offered and during your dinner you will learn the secret of 'the kumara' which tells the origin of the Maori people

Taking you on an extraordinary journey through Maori culture, mythology and our story of creation. The realm of Tane is a dramatic blend of guided tour, character theatre and story telling told within a series of magical indoor sets including a meeting entrance, a beautiful native garden and a theatre.

Tamaki Maori Village, South Pacific’s gateway to the world of ancient Maori and proud warriors. Journey back in time to a Pre-European lifestyle experience of customs and traditions. Enjoy the night’s festivities with us as you are treated to a banquet of succulent foods cooked the traditional Maori way, rediscover the Maori village as it comes alive to the sound and activities of tribal songs, dances, myths and legends and browse throughout the largest after hours tribal market place in Rotorua.

We specialize in Private/Personalised tours for individuals, couples, families and larger groups if required. Our top of the range Mitsubishi Delica takes 6 people comfortably so there is plenty of space for you to sit back and relax in air conditioned luxury as you watch the beautiful scenery go by.

Sonny's World Maori Stories and Legends Tours include the very best scenery Rotorua has to offer. We visit the most important Marae (ancestral house) in this region, and talk about the protocol of visiting these sacred places.

Spend an evening with us and share the warmth, the emotion, the spirituality that is Maori. From the deeply moving Karanga and Powhiri (traditional welcome) to the Waiata and Haka (singing and dance) to the magnificent Hangi (wood-fired earth oven feast), it is our pleasure to invite you into our home - our Marae - to enjoy Maori Culture, humour and great feasting.

Adventure Escapes option for an array of scheduled itineraries perfect for the solo traveler or small group desiring tours with genuine culture & adventure, delicious food and premium accommodation.

An evening at Mitai will give you an authentic introduction to Maori culture leaving you amazed and in awe. Enter the world of Mitai. Be enthralled by the natural bush setting, see warriors in traditional dress paddle an ancient warrior canoe (waka) down the Wai-o-whiro stream, and don’t miss your only opportunity in the Rotorua area to see glow worms in their natural habitat.