Whakarewarewa The Living Maori Village

20/07/2026

Tautoko mātou -- help us support Polynesian Spa to win best spa in the World Spa Awards!!!
Every day we recommend our manuhiri enjoy one of our combo offers: Soak & Stroll, Connect & Immerse, Steam and Stories!! Enjoy Te Wkakarewarewa, then jump across to our faves at 'Poly Spa'.
We love working with them, and of course, a soak in their pools!!!
VOTE NOW TO SUPPORT.

09/07/2026

What's the greatest way to celebrate🥳 anything with Whanau - you got it, with Kai 🍲 Kai 🍗 & more Kai 🥙.....
Come in to our Geyser Cafe tomorrow Friday 1oth July and Saturday 11th July for a Kai to celebrate Matariki with your Whanau.
Our Cafe Team 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳have meal specials running for Matariki 🌠ONLY, so get in fast Whanau, available from 9am to 11.30am.

18/06/2026

Morena Whanau, we have our 30 Tuhourangi/Ngati Wahiao entrants for Run The Forest.
Thank you all for getting in contact so fast, this is massive. If you missed out this year, get in fast for 2027.

https://www.runtheforest.co.nz/entryfees.html

Nga Mihi Whanau.

9 August 2025 | Rotorua - NZ's #1 winter fun run, with party-vibes, geothermals and redwood forests over three courses to walk or run.

18/06/2026

Kia Ora Ano Whanau - when contacting me to register you for 'Run The Forest' please include in your information what Wave/Time you would like to be in as per the below & if you are a Runner or Walker:

Wave 1 – 8.45am – expect to finish in under 60mins – Runners aiming to have a great result.

Wave 2 – 8.50am – expect to finish in 1hour to 1 hour 5 mins - Runners aiming to run the entire course to set a good time.have a great result.

Wave 3 – 8.55am – expect to finish in 1-hour 5mins to 1 hour 25mins - Runners aiming to run or jog the entire course.

Run or walk Wave 4 – 9am – expect to finish in 1 hour 25mins plus - Runners aiming to run or walk at their own pace

Run or walk Wave 5 – 9.05am – expect to finish in 1 hour 45mins plus – THE PARTY WAVE – FOR RUNNERS & WALKERS TO HAVE A BIT OF A PARTY OR DANCE AT THE ENTERTAINMENT SITES.

Walk Wave 6 – 9.10am – THE PARTY WAVE - FOR WALKERS TO HAVE A BIT OF FUN & A PARTY OR DANCE AT THE ENTERTAINMENT SITES.

Nga Mihi

10/06/2026

Today we honour those ancestors affected by the Tarawera eruption, 140 years ago. To all our kaimahi who are descendants and whanau we are grateful to have you today in our team at Whakarewarewa The Living Maori Village.
Kia kaha, Kia māia, Kia manawanui.

15/03/2026

A blast from the past whanau. Have a watch & a laugh.

Ka pai to Ra.

After being spotted performing for tourists in Rotorua, Temuera Morrison got his first screen role in this adventure tale, which was made by Kiwi expat Micha...

27/02/2026

Connect & Immerse 🌿 Steam & Stories 🔥 Soak & Stroll 💦

Our newly-launched packages with Polynesian Spa are the perfect way to discover Rotorua’s geothermal heart.

Explore the valley and then unwind in warm mineral water 🌋💧

Learn more at https://whakarewarewa.com/experiences/geothermal-discovery-packages/

13/02/2026

🌺 Valentine’s Day at Whakarewarewa Living Village 🌺

Looking for something special to do with your Valentine?

Pop down to Whakarewarewa Living Village for a Guided Tour or a leisurely walk through our Geo Trail.

✨ Special Valentine’s Offer:
Say “Aroha” to our Admissions Team and you and your Valentine will receive 10% off your visit.

Come and share the aroha in the heart of our living Māori Village. ❤️

26/01/2026

Our Geothermal Discovery packages bring together two meaningful parts of Rotorua’s identity: the living geothermal valley at Whakarewarewa and the natural mineral waters of Polynesian Spa 🌋💧

Begin with the land, guided by people who know its rhythms and stories. Whether you choose a nature-focused walk or a village experience, each journey shows the connection between people and place in a way that feels real and memorable.

Then ease into the water, warmed naturally by the same earth beneath your feet. It is a simple but powerful way to slow down and take in everything you have just explored.

Three journeys.
Three ways to connect land and water.
Which one will you choose? 🤍

https://whakarewarewa.com/experiences/geothermal-discovery-packages/

22/01/2026

🌟 WE’RE HIRING: Executive Assistant (Maternity Cover)

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to support our Manahautū General Manager and contribute to outcomes across all areas of our organisation.
This is a maternity cover role for six months, with the option to extend to twelve months.

🔑 What we’re looking for:
• Someone with strong EA experience
• High levels of discretion, professionalism, and confidence
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive, relationship focused approach

📅 Start date:
Late February / early March, with a hand over period.

📩 How to apply:
Please submit your application via Trade Me, including your resume and a cover letter tailored to this opportunity. Make sure to outline your experience and how you see yourself fitting this role.
Email applications will not be accepted.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

👉 Apply here:
https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/jobs/office-administration/ea-pa-secretarial/bay-of-plenty/rotorua/full-time/listing/5740160512