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Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 45 minutes
Christchurch, South Island, New Zealand
$39.05
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Begin with an official mihi whakatau, a traditional Maori welcome rarely experienced by visitors to Christchurch. Hosted by local Māori guides, you will be welcomed onto the peaceful waters of the Otakaro Avon River.
Step aboard a traditional waka and paddle the calm, spring-fed river as you take on the role of kaitiaki guardian of the awa. As your paddle moves through the clear water, hear the stories of this historic mahinga kai, once an important food gathering place for Maori.
Along the leafy riverbanks, learn how the principle of kaitiakitanga, guardianship of the environment, guides the ongoing restoration of the river today.
In just 45 minutes, connect with the history, culture, and living landscape of this special place.
Step aboard a traditional waka and paddle the calm, spring-fed river as you take on the role of kaitiaki guardian of the awa. As your paddle moves through the clear water, hear the stories of this historic mahinga kai, once an important food gathering place for Maori.
Along the leafy riverbanks, learn how the principle of kaitiakitanga, guardianship of the environment, guides the ongoing restoration of the river today.
In just 45 minutes, connect with the history, culture, and living landscape of this special place.
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Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 45 minutes
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 45 minutes
- Secure storage room provided for personal belongings during the waka experience. Keep items such as bags, phones, and wallets safe while you enjoy paddling on the Ōtākaro Avon River.
Meeting point
Please check in at Waka on Avon, located at 794 Colombo Street, on the corner of Colombo Street and Oxford Terrace.
Return details
Please check in at Waka on Avon, located at 794 Colombo Street, on the corner of Colombo Street and Oxford Terrace.
Experience a traditional Māori welcome and paddle a waka on the Ōtākaro / Avon River with local Ngāi Tūāhuriri guides. Learn about the river's history, cultural traditions and the importance of guardianship (kaitiakitanga).
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 45 minutes
Christchurch, South Island, New Zealand
$39.05
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!