The Buried Village of Te Wairoa
The 1886 eruption of Mt Tarawera was one of New Zealand's greatest natural disasters. Rocks, ash, and mud bombarded the peaceful village of Te Wairoa, leaving a tomb of ash and mud. Now you can see what lies beneath at this carefully excavated site.
- Adult
- $34.00
- Child
- $0.00
About
Visit and learn how Māori and early settlers lived and worked together, guiding visitors to see the world famous Pink and White Terraces. Enjoy a leisurely walk through our 12-acre grounds and explore the sites that have been excavated from the village. Hear the stories of Tarawera in our award-winning museum. Visit the mesmerizing natural Te Wairoa (Wairere Falls), plunging to the valley along our Waterfall Trails. Discover the unique geology of the Rotorua region and how the eruption changed and shaped the area forever. Meet the unique personalities that shaped the early tourism industry in New Zealand.
Wheel chair accessible. Guiding options, Gift Shop, Children's Playground, and On-site Cafe available. 15 minutes scenic drive
Map
Physical address
The Buried Village of Te Wairoa, 1180 Tarawera Rd, Lake Tarawera, Rotorua, 3076, New Zealand.
Opening times
- Business hours:
- Open 9:00am Daily - Except Christmas Day
- Months of operation:
- All months of the year
Facilities and Features
- Proximity to airport:
- 15 minutes
- Proximity to coach terminal:
- 15 minutes
- Proximity to town:
- 15 minute scenic drive from central Rotorua.
Pricing and Conditions
| Adult | $34.00 |
| Child (12 year(s) and under) |
$0.00 |
- Other charges:
- 13 to 18 years $10.00 over 65 years $30
Language support
| Written | Spoken | |
| Chinese (Simplified) | YES | NO |
| Dutch | YES | NO |
| French | YES | NO |
| German | YES | NO |
| Japanese | YES | NO |
