The Nature-Culture Walk is our most popular guided walking tour. It combines interesting, entertaining and interactive activities, with an easy-paced trek through beautiful New Zealand native forest

Each of pureORAwalk's Nature-Culture Walking Tours sets out from one of three stunning Central North Island locations:

Lake Rotopounamu Track

• In Tongariro National Park (just south of Turangi)
• Duration: 4 hours
• The Lake Rotopounamu track winds through outstanding native forest to the secluded and picturesque white sands of the lake

Rimu Track

• In the Pureora Forest Park, northeast of Lake Taupo
• Duration: 4 hours
• The Rimu track follows the Kakaho Stream through dense rimu forest before climbing to an expansive viewing point

Whirinaki River Road Loop Track

• The Whirinaki River Road loop track is a longer walk
• Duration: 4-6 hours
• Begin with a short walk through the forest to the Whirinaki River, then continue along the river track, with Mt Moerangi to your left
• The loop track trails through the densest Rimu forest found in New Zealand, to the beautiful Whirinaki Falls

All walking tracks are easy-grade and transport to and from the bushwalk locations can be arranged by pureORAwalks.

Each fully guided tour includes:

• Relaxed guiding with Maori guides whose ancestors have used the Central Plateau and Taupo forest resources for centuries.
• Introduction to the flora and fauna of the natural North Island forest, delivered in pureORAwalks unique style.
• Interpretation of how Maori utilised the resources of the natural forest, including tasting indigenous flavours.
• Storytelling (Purakau) – hear the stories, myths and legends of Aotearoa and local iwi (tribes).
• Morning or afternoon tea, or lunch is provided. Organic and indigenous Maori food options are available on request when you book.
• Cultural Activity – learn how to make Maori handcrafts. Your choice of weaving a flower or armband, carving pumice, or making poi. Choose your activity when you book, and take home your very own taonga (treasure).

Transfers can be arranged ex-Taupo - travelling time depends on location

Minimum: 6pax, Maximum: 20pax

• A private, exclusive tour alternative to our Nature-Culture Walking Tour is also available.
• If you're interested in an overnight trip with our Maori Tour Guides, we also offer camping trips and lodge stay options!

Please read our terms and conditions, including a list of what to bring, when booking.

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