Mad @ WHAKA

Making A Difference at Whakarewarewa!

Making A Difference within the living community of Whakarewarewa (The Living Thermal Village) is the main goal of this package. It is designed to give a cultural knowledge to the participant about the Maori traditions and rituals as well as to help those living in the village with conservation volunteer work.

The Mad @ WHAKA programme is 7 days in total – 2 nights in Auckland (Nomads Auckland) and 5 nights in Rotorua (Crash Palace Rotorua.)

What’s included in the package:

7 nights accommodation
5 breakfasts
5 lunches
2 dinners
Transport from Crash Palace to Whakarewarewa and back
Cultural Activities*
Conservation Volunteer Work**

*Cultural activities included:

**Conservation Work could include any of the following:

Clearing up overgrown walking tracks (Boots & Gloves provided)
Planting trees & flowers
Helping in the kitchen

Conservation work undertaken depends on time of year and other factors.

ONLY NZ$789 (prices valid until 31/03/11)

You will get the chance to work in the village and meet the inhabitants. After completing the programme you will find yourself more aware of the Maori culture and traditions – the way they live, eat and celebrate. You will be witnessing the Haka, Love songs, Poi dances, Stick Games and will be introduced to specific traditions that make this culture unique. The package combines entertainment, conservation and cultural understanding – everything you need to know about the Maori Culture!

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