Māori Culture

Lake Aniwhenua Cultural Experience

Morning Journey This morning, we'll travel to the shores of Lake Aniwhenua in Murupara, where you'll experience a true slice of New Zealand. Owned...

Lake Aniwhenua Cultural Experience
  • Location

    Lake Aniwhenua
  • Duration

    Half Day
  • Price

    Included in Tour Package

Morning Journey

This morning, we’ll travel to the shores of Lake Aniwhenua in Murupara, where you’ll experience a true slice of New Zealand. Owned by a passionate local Māori family dedicated to making a difference in their community, Kohutapu Lodge is situated on the lake and has been transforming the local town of Murupara through community-driven initiatives for years.

Lake Aniwhenua Cultural Experience

The Lake Aniwhenua Cultural Experience offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in authentic Māori culture. Located at Kohutapu Lodge on the serene Lake Aniwhenua, this experience includes a guided tour of sacred Māori rock carvings in the Kaingaroa Forest, a traditional Māori welcome, and a chance to learn about Māori customs and history. You’ll witness the preparation of a traditional hangi (earth oven) and enjoy a delicious meal cooked in this traditional way. The experience also includes a walk through the Whirinaki native rainforest, where you’ll learn about traditional Māori medicine plants and hear ancient Māori myths and cultural tales.


Location Details

Lake Aniwhenua

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