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He Piko He Taniwha

Haka Maaori Cultural Experience

He Piko He Taniwha extends the Festival footprint onto the Waikato River. This immersive story-telling experience shares cultural narratives, waiata and ceremonial practices relating to the Waikato River and the Hamilton Gardens.

Each tour will include a range of interactive cultural activities, including a visit to Te Parapara Maaori Garden and a hands-on waka (canoe) paddling experience on the Waikato River to view the international award-winning Te Ara Pekapeka bridge installation.

Meet at The Fern Court, Gallagher Visitor Arrival Centre, Hamilton Gardens.

Event times

21 February 2026 - 01 Mar

  • 10am
  • 12:30pm
  • 3pm

Hamilton Gardens

Hungerford Crescent, SH1 (Off Cobham Drive), Hamilton

Hamilton
New Zealand

Hamilton Gardens Website external link

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