SUNSET SHOW & DINNER OPTIONS

Experience a rare authentic performance of our ancient heritage from the era of Pre-Christian times up to today

KA'ARA - DRUMS OF OUR FOREFATHERS

Show times 6.00pm – 9.30pm - Highland Paradise

Ka’ara simply means drums. From the moment you arrive you will hear and feel the drums of our forefathers. This cultural extravaganza includes a village tour, marae tapu lifting, Kia Orana cocktail, traditional umu feast and the pulsating cultural show featuring the “Maungaroa Cultural & Performing Arts Academy” dance troupe. The entire night is hosted by the descendants of the Tinomana tribe.

Other details

  • Tours operate every Monday, Wednesday and Friday
  • Pick up times Town & Muri 5:15-5:30pm; Titikaveka & Arorangi 5:30-5:45pm
  • Show times 6.00pm – 9.30pm
  • Show indoors, village tour weather permitting
  • Vegetarian options available
  • Includes: Evening transport with guides on board, historic village experience, marae tapu lifting, warrior welcome, cocktail, authentic umu feast and spectacular cultural dance show.

RATES (New Zealand Dollars)
ADULT $160.00
CHILD 6-11YRS $85.00
Under 5YRS FOC
Includes transfers and traditional umu feast

Family (Anau) Package
2 Adults and 2 children $490.00
2 Adults and 3 children $575.00

Group Rates (tour leader FOC with minimum of 15 paying pax)
Includes transfers
21-30 $155.00 per person
31+ $150.00 per person

DAY TOURS - TAPUAE

On this tour you will be visiting the ancient village of Tinomana Enuarurutini Ariki, who left this settlement during the 1830’s when he and his people converted to Christianity.

SUNSET SHOW & FEAST

Sunset Cultural Nights include roundtrip transport, guides, village experience, tapu lifting, warrior welcome, cocktail, traditional Umu feast, and a vibrant stage show with singing, dancing, and drumming showcasing ancient heritage.