Te Urunga-pae

The Sunset Experience

From NZD$299 · Bookings essential

WATCH THE DAY END ON SACRED GROUND

Stand among nine larger-than-life Māori carvings as the sun sets over the Waiapu Valley. Kōrero, karakia, and a warm drink close out your journey to the summit.

SUnset Experience

Te Urunga-Pae — Sunset Tour offers a different way to experience the same sacred peak, arriving as the light fades over the Waiapu Valley.

Watch the light fade beside nine larger-than-life Māori carvings, sacred cultural treasures of the Ngāti Porou people. Your expert Ngāti Porou guide will take you through the story behind each carving: who they represent, what they hold, and why they stand where they stand.

As the sun dips below the Waiapu Valley and the maunga settles into evening, our guides share kōrero passed down through generations of Ngāti Porou. This is a chance to hear our history, explore our land, and see Maunga Hikurangi from an afternoon/evening perspective. Perfect for the photographers who like to have clear night sky views.

What to bring
Afternoon to dusk, temperatures will drop, dress for evening temps

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.