Rongoā Rākau – an Introduction to Māori Herbal Medicine

Join our knowledgable and engaging local rongoā practitioners, on a gentle walk in the ngahere. You will explore the forest together to identify plants and trees used in traditional Māori healing and wellbeing, learning about the properties of our local plants. The guide will introduce you to the tikanga associated with harvesting, preparing and using plants for rongoā from their own experiences.

These tours are generally with small groups and offer the opportunity to ask questions. Rongoā rakau is about an intimate relationship with nature – what better place to explore this than Sanctuary Mountain Maungatuatari, an amazing conservation project?

Book online for a discounted rate.

Please check in at least 10 minutes prior to your tour at Manu Tīoriori visitor centre, where a vaccine pass and face covering is required (unless medically exempt). Here you will pick up your Sanctuary Explorer Pass and visitor guide map and receive instructions as to where to meet your guide.

This is a 75 - 80 minute guided tour into Te Tūī ā Taane southern enclosure.

This tour includes a complimentary Sanctuary Explorer Pass, for use during daylight hours on the day of its issue.