Maori War Canoe

The Waitangi Treaty Grounds in New Zealand is a significant destination for anyone interested in learning about Maori culture and history.

The Treaty of Waitangi, signed in 1840, is New Zealand's founding document, and the grounds are a memorial site to this historic event. Located near the town of Paihia, approximately 60 kilometers north of Whangarei in the Bay of Islands on the North Island of New Zealand, the Waitangi Treaty Grounds offer visitors a unique and unforgettable experience.

One of the highlights of a visit to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds is the opportunity to paddle a Maori war canoe on the Waitangi River. Taiamai Tours Heritage Journeys offers a three-hour guided tour that includes interactive participation and storytelling to provide insight into tribal customs and traditions. The tour also includes a visit to a Maori marae (village), the Haruru Falls, and traditional storytelling. Visitors can learn haka, songs, and chants and take endless photo opportunities. The tour includes a free two-day pass to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, which gives visitors access to the museums, cultural show and performance, carving studio, guided tour of the grounds, and much more.

The Waitangi Treaty Grounds also offer visitors the chance to see a cultural performance within a traditional Marae, or greeting house. Visitors can walk around the grounds, visit the museum, and get up close to a life-size waka. The grounds wind through the rolling terrain in one of New Zealand's many beautiful regions, providing endless opportunities to take in the stunning scenery. In conclusion, a visit to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and the opportunity to paddle a Maori war canoe on the Waitangi River is a must-do experience for anyone interested in learning about Maori culture and history. The Taiamai Tours Heritage Journeys guided tour provides interactive participation and storytelling to provide insight into tribal customs and traditions.