Haramai
The Day Experience
From NZD$269 · Bookings essential
an in-depth journey of local history and culture
The full Hikurangi story told in daylight. Meet the nine larger than life carvings face to face,
hear the history of Maui and the people of Ngāti Porou. Guided by locals. Light lunch included.
The DAY Experience
The Haramai — Day Tour Standing at 1,754 metres above the rural town of Ruatoria in the Waiapu Valley, Haramai is a one-of-a-kind experience, an in-depth journey through local history, culture, and the stories that have shaped the tribe Ngāti Porou for generations. Immerse yourself in the world of Māori back to when the demigod Maui fished up the North Island, and Maunga Hikurangi was the first point to emerge from the sea. Come face-to-face with nine larger-than-life whakairo (carvings) that stand guard at the summit.
WHATS INCLUDED
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4WD adventure to and from Maunga Hikurangi
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Stories of the nine legendary Māori carvings
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In-depth cultural tour with a Ngāti Porou guide
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Panoramic photos at the highest non-volcanic peak
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Traditional Māori karakia (prayer)
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Light lunch provided
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Intimate tour - maximum seven people
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Booklet
What to bring
Pre-dawn cold to mid-morning warmth
LAYERED CLOTHING
WATERPROOF RAINCOAT
STURDY FOOTWEAR
HATS AND SUNSCREEN
PLENTY OF WATER
HELMET PROVIDED
IMPORTANT INFORMATION. This is a weather-dependent tour
Check the 10-day Ruatoria forecast before booking. Reminder email sent 10 days prior — reschedule if conditions are unsuitable. For long-term bookings, you will receive a notification email 10 days prior to your tour to check weather conditions. If conditions are not suitable, consider rescheduling. Please check weather services featured on this page.
What Our VISITORS
Say About Us
“An experience never to be forgotten or surpassed... To say that it was a special moment would be an understatement.”
— Mace
“Monty is a phenomenal communicator. Open air buggy was safe and provided laughs and spectacular views on way up and down. We're already organising our next trip. This is an essential whanau experience.”
— Nana
“Heading up the farm tracks in the epic Can Am, we admired the landscape and the views just kept getting more and more epic. At the site of the phenomenal carvings, Monty shared the stories of Ngāti Porou, just fascinating.”
— Elisabeth
