ll Haka Hikoi (Haka Walk)
This guided walk showcases a broad range of Maori experiences and links Tamaki Hikoi with the Auckland Museum’s cultural performance.
Expert guides from Ngati Whatua share stories and knowledge passed down through the generations to provide an engaging and intimate contemporary cultural experience. During your walk, your guide points out indigenous plants and herbs, explaining their historical, medicinal and culinary use.
Guides will then escort you to enjoy the Maori performing arts concert presented by Auckland Museum’s performing group Haka the Legend. The performance showcases action songs, poi dance, and New Zealand’s cultural icon, the haka.
Difficulty
Easy walk, majority of terrain is flat. Please wear sturdy shoes, wear jacket, sunscreen, water and snacks.
ll Maunga Hikoi (Mt Eden Walk)
This guided walk begins at the dormant volcano Maungawhau (Mt Eden); the site of a majestic Pa (Maori strategic stronghold). You will walk past iconic Auckland landmarks, stopping along the way at places of historical significance to Ngati Whatua. Your guide brings Auckland’s unique landscape alive through music, song, story telling and customs. The journey comes to an end with light refreshments at the Auckland Domain, home of the Auckland Museum.
Difficulty
Easy to moderate walk, terrain includes narrow unsealed paths through to wide sealed street footpaths. Please wear sturdy shoes, wear jacket, sunscreen, water and snacks.
Please note for those that experience walking difficulties this tour may not be suitable.
ll GUIDED WALK OPTIONS
Haka Hikoi (Haka Walk)
Price
Adults $95 Children $40
Meeting point
Auckland Museum Atrium (located Museum Café area). See map location »
Departures
Daily at 10.30am (Please meet 10mins before departure)
Maunga Hikoi (Mt Eden Walk)
Price
Adults $95 Children $40
Meeting point
Tourism Auckland i-SITEs at Princes Wharf, Quay Street or SKYCITY, Victoria Street
Departures
Daily 9am and 1:30pm (Please meet for pick up 15mins before departure)
Inclusions
Transfer to Mt Eden from either Princes Wharf or SKYCITY i-SITEs, light refreshments
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