Auckland Walking Tours | Tāmaki Hīkoi
Book NowBook a Māori guided Auckland walking tour with Tāmaki Hīkoi. We enlighten our visitors with an understanding of what it takes for the people of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei to live and thrive through extreme change and adversity.
On our Auckland tours you will hear of the connection to our land and water. You will see how our ancestors’ playgrounds became the current generation’s classrooms.
Our tours start within an easy 10-15 drive of Auckland's CBD and take in the mighty and majestic views of the Waitematā Harbour, Rangitoto and the Sky Tower.
Our experiences
Mt Eden Tour
Discover the significance of the dormant volcano Maungawhau (Mount Eden) with our Heaven to Earth tour. Enjoy views of the Manukau and Waitematā harbours, Rangitoto and beyond. Book your tour now!
Home Fires of Tāmaki, Ōrākei Tour
Experience first-hand the rich history of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei. Explore how Māori traditions and village life are practised in modern-day society with our Home Fires of Tāmaki Ōrākei Tour.
Private Guided Māori Walking Tours
Experience the cultural heart of Auckland with Tāmaki Hīkoi's Private Guided Māori Walking Tour. Discover picturesque 360° views, abandoned barracks, native bush, Māori culture and much more.
The Taupua Tour
Your hosts are direct descendants of the Māori Chiefs that helped establish Tāmaki Makaurau – the city of Auckland. As Ahi kā, the people that keep the home fires burning, it is our role to host and care for our Manuhiri, our guests.
Explore our home and culture
Experience Auckland's Uniqueness
One of the best things to do in Auckland is to get outside and explore all the beautiful landscapes and culture our city has to offer.
Nursery & Gardens
Restoring native flora and fauna
History
Tāmaki Hikoi seeks to keep our history alive through the Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei tradition of verbal communication.
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“On our first day in New Zealand we chose to go on a two hour guided walk “Heaven to Earth on Mount Eden” offered by Tamaki...”Thoughtful Traveler, Wisconsin USA
“Our best decision was booking the cultural walking tour on Mount Eden. Jaime was a fantastic guide--impeccably well informed,...”Sandra, Toronto, Canada
“This tour and presentation gives you an opportunity to hear a Maori leader talk about Maori history and about modern life in...”Foodie Lover
“Must do for visitors to NZ and locals alike. Stunning way to welcome the day. Learned a lot about local Maori culture, past...”Visitor, Auckland
“From the minute we met Annette, she engaged our group of 6 with her warm and authentic Maori spirit. Visiting the sacred site...”Visitor, Florida