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Discover Wellingtons Hidden Māori Treasures

By Te Wharewaka o Poneke
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,053 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 15m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

The area where Te Raukura-Te Wharewaka o Pōneke is located was harbour frontage to Te Aro Pā, an old traditional Māori village. Learn about the people of this place, the various elements and design of Te Raukura building and its connection to the Polynesian explorer Kupe. Hear stories about the two taniwha (mythological beings) in the harbour retold, find out about environmental impacts for Māori in today’s urban landscape and learn other fascinating facts about Māori culture in Wellington.

View the archaeological remains of a whareponga (house) at the Pā site, hear the storey of the people who lived at the Pā and their journey to Wellington, gain exclusive access to a non-public excavation site. Discover Wellington’s hidden Māori treasures.

Activity location

  • Te Wharewaka o Poneke
    • 2 Taranaki Street
    • 6011, Wellington, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 2 Taranaki Street
    • 2 Taranaki Street
    • 6011, Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

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Discover Wellingtons Hidden Māori Treasures

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 15 minutes2h 15m
    2h 15m
Price details
฿1,053.40 x 1 Adult฿1,053.40
Total
Price is ฿1,053.40
Until Wed, 6 May
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  • What's includedWhat's included
    GST (Goods and Services Tax)

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Te Wharewaka o Poneke

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Experience a traditional Māori welcome at the start of the tour and be introduced to our custom practices woven throughout the tour.

Te Aro Pa

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
View the archaeological remains of a whareponga (house) at the Pā site, hear the storey of the people who lived at the Pā and their journey to Wellington, gain exclusive access to a non-public excavation site.

Location

Activity location

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    Te Wharewaka o Poneke
    • 2 Taranaki Street
    • 6011, Wellington, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    2 Taranaki Street
    • 2 Taranaki Street
    • 6011, Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

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