Top Rotorua Food & Drink

While in Rotorua, see a cultural performance and take part in a traditional Maori ‘hangi’ feast at Tamaki Maori Village. A local guide escorts you by coach to the ‘marae’ (Maori village) for an immersive evening that begins with a welcome ceremony by New Zealand's indigenous people. Learn about local customs and watch a powerful display of song and dance before a hangi dinner.

Harken back to the bygone era of steamboats and luxury travel with a 1-hour breakfast or lunch cruise aboard the only paddlewheel boat on Lake Rotorua. This authentic replica of a Mississippi River paddle boat takes you to notable sights such as Sulfur Bay, Kawaha Point and Mokoia Island while you enjoy a buffet meal. A glass of wine, beer or juice is included with lunch. 

Hui E! Kai E! Gather. Share. Eat An Interactive Lunch Experience After a whakatau ceremony you’re pretty much whanau.  So roll your sleeves up, roll your dough out and get your handmade Puku Burger cooking. While lunch is being prepared you’ll have the opportunity to Kōrero with knowledgeable Tamaki hosts. With a happy puku explore the beautiful forest of Tamaki Māori Village. Learn traditional pastime activities, feed the village tuna, identify the flora and fauna of the forest, unlock meanings of our carved houses – enjoy the serenity and warmth of our home. This experience is interactive, educational and with a maximum 20 people, this small group tour offers a deeper connection with our people, history and culture.