Maori Tours Kaikoura
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Interesting, informative, entertaining and fun.
allesca -
A very information and relaxed experiance.
Norma Raspin -
Thought I'd add the pakeha KIWI perspective.
creed -
A GENUINE NEW ZEALAND EXPERIENCE.
Vanessa Hollow -
I enjoyed myself so much!!
sandy
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This was a really great tour and histor lesson of Kaikoura and a must do.
I travelled with my tourism class which has a number of international students, so was very eye opening for them but our whole class learning some of the maori traditions, for some it was there first powhiri and hongi. They really did value this tour highly above many of the other activities kaikoura has to offer. Thank you.
Kia ora Anthony, thank you so much for posting this review. The feedback is awesome and I'll be sure to pass on to Parata and Lorraine as well. We thoroughly enjoyed sharing part of the day with you and it was a real challenge for us to get you to the kayaking as we're a little bit famous for running overtime. All the best to everyone for your continued studies and we hope to meet some of you again as you enter the wonderful tourism industry.
maoritours
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Thought I'd add the pakeha KIWI perspective.
Great half-day out. Informative, interactive and I especially liked:
1. the 'connection' of the family heritage in this place that is Kaikoura.
2. Whanaungatanga (building relationships)
Ka kite ano
Whitu
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This is a "must do" for any visitor to New Zealand who would like to learn more about Maori culture in the Kaikoura area.
This tour is exceptional in that for a half day you feel welcomed and immersed in Maori history, legend and traditions, and come away with more than just facts and figures, but rather a feeling that you participated in something you'll never forget. Bravo to Maurice and his family for doing such a great job!
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A very interesting and fun introduction to the Maori culture and history.
Our hosts were warm and informative. They provided a real feeling of the Maori experience. Great tour and visit. It was over all too soon.
Thanks for the lovely comments and for taking the time to post a review.
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Of all the things we did in the South Island our family voted this best by far.
Morris was the most entertaining tour guide we've met and a true gentleman in every way. We learnt so much and will treasure our time with them forever!
Thanks for the lovely comments - we really appreciate your feedback.
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We enjoyed listening to Maurice share his heritage with us.
His explanations were thorough and interesting. He answered our questions with complete honesty. We were welcomed into his home by both him and his wife, Heather where we shared a lite meal. Afterwards we traveled to the forest where he shared his knowledge of the plants and Maori legends.
Thanks! I would highly recommend this tour to friends and relatives.
Thanks Teri - we very much appreciate your feedback and recommendation - remember to pop in if you're back our way now you're part of our whanau (family) too!
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For a great half day sign up for Maori Tours Kaikoura!
Maurice was an excellent teacher and guide. We got an insight into history and traditions we could not have gotten from books. The tour was personalized by being encouraged to ask questions to get more details in topics we became curious about. The hands on learning was enjoyable--learning how to sustainably cut flax leaves to make flowers, visiting an old growth forest and learning to identify native plants as food or medicine, learning how to introduce yourself in the Maori tradition, the song...
The half day went too quickly.
Lorraine it was our pleasure meeting you both and it's nice to get your feedback. Hope everything goes well for you with your bid for residency and who knows; maybe our paths will cross again sometime soon. Take care - Maurice and Heather
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Pascal's review on 3.4.11 missed the point - this tour gave us an insight into the lives of Maoris today as well as in 1840.
The tour and the visit to his home were highlights of our 2 month trip.Things that Maurice told us about the ancient forest were reiterated later by Ulva on her guided walk of Ulva Island.
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A great morning, fun for our six year old daughter and enjoyed by us all, especially enjoyed the singing and the forest walk.
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I'm a 20 year old college student from the states.
I studied abroad this summer in New Zealand and Australia for 3 weeks. This tour was one of the highlights of my entire trip. I didn't feel like I was on a tour the whole day, I felt like I was making friends. The Maori were so welcoming, and hospitable. If you do go to Kaikoura, I would highly recommend signing up for the tour. It's a great way to learn about New Zealand culture and history!
Thanks Melanie - we really appreciate you taking the time to review your time with us. Over the years we've hosted many students studying in NZ and some of them have returned later to spend more time in our great country. If you follow this trend don't forget to drop us a line so we can catch up if you come to Kaikoura.
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A GENUINE NEW ZEALAND EXPERIENCE.
Our tour with Maori Tours Kaikoura was one of the most amazing journeys we have ever had the pleasure of being a part of. From the moment we were met, we were made to feel like we were genuinely welcome by Maurice and his family. It was a privilege to be informed about the history, culture and people of this most beautiful country. A truly wonderful experience that we will keep with us forever. A perfect balance of everything anyone could ask of in a tour. Fantastic and memorable.
We love sharing the culture Vanessa and never tire if meeting new people. Thanks for sharing your experience with others and all the best to you and Mathew.
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Maurice, Heather and the team have provided Maori cultural experiences for my high school Tourism class for the past three years running.
Their product has been consistently professional, relevant and engaging for my students. I thoroughly recommend their tours to anyone keen to learn about Kaikoura from a Maori perspective
Dave, thanks for posting this. We always enjoy your tourism students; they are well behaved and a credit to the school. Hope to see you again next year. Thanks again - Heather
maoritours
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There were 9 of us traveling together, ages 13 - 80 and on our second day in New Zealand we had a private tour with Rebecca and her brother in law.
We each loved the tour! They made it personal and genuine. We really felt like we were getting a view into the world of the Maori, their culture and their ways. Cannot say enough good things about it, and would do it again!
Kia ora Ilene, thank you very much for posting this review about your families time with us. We enjoyed meeting you all when you stopped by for afternoon tea. I'll be sure to give Rebecca and Parata the feedback as well. Thanks again - Heather.
maoritours
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Maori Tours, this was fun because we got to see some very old trees and drink pepper leaf tea.
Some totara were tiny after 1 year of living through to hundreds of thousands of years old. We found out some names of trees, we got to visualise how life was like for maori during the Pa wars and Te Rauparaha invasion.
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This was a really great tour and histor lesson of Kaikoura and a must do.
I travelled with my tourism class which has a number of international students, so was very eye opening for them but our whole class learning some of the maori traditions, for some it was there first powhiri and hongi. They really did value this tour highly above many of the other activities kaikoura has to offer. Thank you.
Kia ora Anthony, thank you so much for posting this review. The feedback is awesome and I'll be sure to pass on to Parata and Lorraine as well. We thoroughly enjoyed sharing part of the day with you and it was a real challenge for us to get you to the kayaking as we're a little bit famous for running overtime. All the best to everyone for your continued studies and we hope to meet some of you again as you enter the wonderful tourism industry.
maoritours
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Maurice, Heather and the team have provided Maori cultural experiences for my high school Tourism class for the past three years running.
Their product has been consistently professional, relevant and engaging for my students. I thoroughly recommend their tours to anyone keen to learn about Kaikoura from a Maori perspective
Dave, thanks for posting this. We always enjoy your tourism students; they are well behaved and a credit to the school. Hope to see you again next year. Thanks again - Heather
maoritours
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There were 9 of us traveling together, ages 13 - 80 and on our second day in New Zealand we had a private tour with Rebecca and her brother in law.
We each loved the tour! They made it personal and genuine. We really felt like we were getting a view into the world of the Maori, their culture and their ways. Cannot say enough good things about it, and would do it again!
Kia ora Ilene, thank you very much for posting this review about your families time with us. We enjoyed meeting you all when you stopped by for afternoon tea. I'll be sure to give Rebecca and Parata the feedback as well. Thanks again - Heather.
maoritours
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Maori Tours, this was fun because we got to see some very old trees and drink pepper leaf tea.
Some totara were tiny after 1 year of living through to hundreds of thousands of years old. We found out some names of trees, we got to visualise how life was like for maori during the Pa wars and Te Rauparaha invasion.
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I'm a 20 year old college student from the states.
I studied abroad this summer in New Zealand and Australia for 3 weeks. This tour was one of the highlights of my entire trip. I didn't feel like I was on a tour the whole day, I felt like I was making friends. The Maori were so welcoming, and hospitable. If you do go to Kaikoura, I would highly recommend signing up for the tour. It's a great way to learn about New Zealand culture and history!
Thanks Melanie - we really appreciate you taking the time to review your time with us. Over the years we've hosted many students studying in NZ and some of them have returned later to spend more time in our great country. If you follow this trend don't forget to drop us a line so we can catch up if you come to Kaikoura.
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A GENUINE NEW ZEALAND EXPERIENCE.
Our tour with Maori Tours Kaikoura was one of the most amazing journeys we have ever had the pleasure of being a part of. From the moment we were met, we were made to feel like we were genuinely welcome by Maurice and his family. It was a privilege to be informed about the history, culture and people of this most beautiful country. A truly wonderful experience that we will keep with us forever. A perfect balance of everything anyone could ask of in a tour. Fantastic and memorable.
We love sharing the culture Vanessa and never tire if meeting new people. Thanks for sharing your experience with others and all the best to you and Mathew.
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A great morning, fun for our six year old daughter and enjoyed by us all, especially enjoyed the singing and the forest walk.
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Pascal's review on 3.4.11 missed the point - this tour gave us an insight into the lives of Maoris today as well as in 1840.
The tour and the visit to his home were highlights of our 2 month trip.Things that Maurice told us about the ancient forest were reiterated later by Ulva on her guided walk of Ulva Island.
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For a great half day sign up for Maori Tours Kaikoura!
Maurice was an excellent teacher and guide. We got an insight into history and traditions we could not have gotten from books. The tour was personalized by being encouraged to ask questions to get more details in topics we became curious about. The hands on learning was enjoyable--learning how to sustainably cut flax leaves to make flowers, visiting an old growth forest and learning to identify native plants as food or medicine, learning how to introduce yourself in the Maori tradition, the song...
The half day went too quickly.
Lorraine it was our pleasure meeting you both and it's nice to get your feedback. Hope everything goes well for you with your bid for residency and who knows; maybe our paths will cross again sometime soon. Take care - Maurice and Heather
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We enjoyed listening to Maurice share his heritage with us.
His explanations were thorough and interesting. He answered our questions with complete honesty. We were welcomed into his home by both him and his wife, Heather where we shared a lite meal. Afterwards we traveled to the forest where he shared his knowledge of the plants and Maori legends.
Thanks! I would highly recommend this tour to friends and relatives.
Thanks Teri - we very much appreciate your feedback and recommendation - remember to pop in if you're back our way now you're part of our whanau (family) too!