About This Tour
Your hosts are a Māori family business, steeped in the ancestry of the Tauranga and Bay of Plenty tribes. With education backgrounds, both international and in Aotearoa (NZ), our experiences are based upon real-life experiences, and tailored to value learning outcomes across cultures. Your authentic Māori guide is a storyteller, geared to take you on a journey of cultural discovery, connecting you with culturally signigficant sites, stories, and ancient tribal customs. Feel the presence of our ancestors as we take you on a journey dating back to 925AD. This is not just a window to our culture, it's an immersion. This is an experience of a life time. In your small van group, your warm friendly, knowledgable guide will ensure you are part of the family by journey’s end. This tour will provide you with a deep understanding and appreciation of our history. It is a wonderful day of conversation, reflection and learning. A minimum of 4 guests is required for this tour to proceed.
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Meeting Point
Flagpole area outside the port gates. Find the tourism desk as you walk from the ship towards the Port gates. A representative will meet you there. Be there at least 15 mins prior to departure.
Special Instructions
Look for the Travel Ed desk at the tourist booths as you leave the ship and walk to the port gates. Ask the tourism ambassadors who will be visible if in doubt.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Travel Ed t/a Mana Māori Experiences
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