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An Unforgettable Experience

Fill your senses on a magical trip through ancient rainforests and experience all that authentic Maori culture has to offer. 

Enjoy a fun-filled and affordable cultural experience at Kohutapu Lodge overlooking serene Lake Aniwhenua. Only 55 minutes from Rotorua or 40 minutes from Whakatane, surrounded by lush farmland, native bush, lakes and rivers – your holiday stay can be as restful or as vigorous as you choose. 

Enjoy a guided walking tour in one of the world's last remaining Jurassic Podocarp Native Rainforests or experience a historical cultural tour of the land. Learn traditional Māori activities - weaving, haka lessons, night time eel fishing and more. Or perhaps you might just want to gaze at the lake, and relax. Fill up with our delicious hangi meals including tasty puddings.

Our family look forward to welcoming you in to our special place, and sharing with you our warm hospitality we are world renowned for.

Nau mai, haere mai – we look forward to seeing you soon. 

 

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Daytime Package

  • Tour of Ngati Manawa's tribal lands
  • Visit significant historical sites including ancient Maori rock carvings
  • Tour the Murupara township and learn the local history
  • Welcome from your hosts
  • See a traditional Hangi (Maori earth oven) opening
  • Eat a delicious buffet lunch and dessert.
  • Hear the story behind a small Maori family’s vision and the positive impact that has on the local community
  • Share in the spirit of regenerative tourism. READ MORE...
  • Join in our interactive workshops
  • Enjoy a Maori Haka demonstration and find out the origins of this ancient tradition. READ MORE...
  • Learn about Maori weaponry - the Taiaha (Maori spear), the Tewha Tewha (long handled staff) and the Mere (Maori handheld club) and Maori skills with the Poi (performance art).
  • Enjoy a Kawakawa Tea (native rongoa (medicine) plant tea)
  • Depart back to Rotorua

Add Ons

  • Local guided Marae visit (carved ancestral meeting house) 
  • Whirinaki Forest Footsteps - a guided cultural walk in the unspoilt Whirinaki Native RainForest

Overnight Stay Package

  • Arrive in the afternoon at the Lodge
  • Tour of local tribe Ngati Manawa's tribal lands
  • Visit significant historical sites including ancient Maori rock carvings
  • Tour the Murupara township learn the local history
  • Enjoy a traditional Hangi Feast (earth oven).
  • Hear the story behind a small Maori family’s vision and the positive impact that has on the local community
  • Share in the spirit of regenerative tourism. READ MORE...
  • Join in interactive workshops
  • See the Maori Haka demonstration and find out the origins of this ancient tradition.
  • Learn about Maori weaponry - the Taiaha (Maori spear), the Tewha Tewha (long handled staff) and the Mere (Maori handheld club) and Maori skills with the Poi (performance art). 
  • Overnight stay in the Lodge cabins (upgrades available)
  • Enjoy a Continental breakfast before returning to Rotorua

Add ons

  • Local guided Marae visit. (carved ancestral meeting house) 
  • Whirinaki forest Footsteps - guided cultural walk in the unspoilt Whirinaki Forest.

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3836 Galatea Road
Lake Aniwhenua
Murupara 3079
Ph: (07) 3664777