Māori Experience Kīnaki Tour

NZD $68.25
  • Duration: 90 Minutes (approx.)
  • Location: Information Desk (Level 2), Te Papa, Wellington

Take a 90-minute journey with a Māori guide through Te Papa, our national museum. Discover how te iwi taketake (first peoples of the land) have formed unique tools, foods, and medicines provided by the natural world of Aotearoa New Zealand. The tour will conclude with a shared kai (traditionally-inspired food tasting) and conversation with your hosts.

Book this private tour for a deeper understanding of Māori cultural practices, materials, and hospitality.

  • 1-7 people: $455 total
  • 8 or more: $68.25 per person

Pick the date and time that suits you (earliest available start time is 09:30am while the latest is 16:00; Te Papa is closed on Christmas Day).

We can cater to most dietary and allergy requirements.

Maximum of 20 people per booking; for groups of 21 or more, please contact tours@tepapa.govt.nz. 

Once your booking is submitted, it will be reviewed and then confirmed within 48 hours. There is limited availability for this tour over the next few months (22/23). Before submitting your request, feel free to give us a call on +64 4 381 7111.


Trade enquiries and requests should be sent to tours@tepapa.govt.nz