- Pā sit at the epicentre of our communities. They were places of physical refuge in times of war, and they remain sanctuaries for our mind and spirit.
- Pā are where we meet to discuss critical issues, where we celebrate occasions of significance and where we strengthen our own understanding of who we are.
- Te Pā Tū presents culture and kai (cuisine) events – sharing Māori history, traditions, and future aspirations across four hours of celebration and feasting.
Tū Te Rā reflects a time of year when the sun expresses its optimal energy. It is when our days are longest, and the sun’s energy and light nourish the natural world.
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Return transport from central Rotorua.
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Haka pōhiri (cultural welcome) on arrival.
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Kapahaka performed in our forest-formed amphitheatre, Tūāpapa.
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Forest kai horotai (summer season canapés).
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A shared celebration of stories, pastimes and connection within the Tawa forest.
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View hāngī (earth oven) lifting and spit roast.
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Our unique menu blends tradition and innovation, with the very best of local, seasonal fare.
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Wharekai (dining space) for hākari Tū Te Rā (the feast). Complimentary digestif: chef’s choice.
