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Your journey is as much part of the experience as your destination. If you need a premium transport service, private charter or luxury shuttle at an affordable price, you can travel in style and lower your carbon footprint at the same time with Tu Tika Tours and Transfers.

For airport transport or transfers from Whangārei to Auckland and Kerikeri, or anywhere else you’d like to go, choose this fun professional chauffeur service with a little pizazz.

Our luxury Mercedes Benz V350 is available for small group transportation (up to 6 people). It’s comfortable and well maintained, featuring air conditioning, comfortable seats, and a high vehicle rating for your safety.

Enquire now for your corporate transfers, tours, events and transportation to special occasions throughout Northland. Thanks to our friendly and reliable driver, you can be assured of a safe and enjoyable journey. Just sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.

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HelenOberg

2020-02-10

VERY SPECIAL EXPERIENCE We came to Whangarei just to have this experience and we were not disappointed. Mervyn and Rangimarie welcomed us into their home to share their food and their deep connections to their Maori Culture. From Mervyn’s traditional welcome to their family farewell this was an unforgettable day. I don’t want to give away too many “spoilers”. I recommend this tour so you can experience this gem for yourself. Definitely a 10 out of 10 for Tu Tika Tours.

Axelcarey

2020-01-30

Best tour in New Zealand! Whether you have one day or weeks in Whangarei, this is the single best day tour available. It is like nothing else we have done in New Zealand, and we’ve been here for months. It is not a performance, it is a personal invitation into the Harding family’s home where you experience an intimate view of the culture, history and cuisine of the Northland Maori people. They are the loveliest people, and we discussed politics, history, culture and exchanged funny stories. When they say you leave as family they are not exaggerating. We did the whole day tour and it was worth every minute and every penny. Our son loved listening to the stories just as much as we did, but he also played happily with their children. We will never forget it and can’t recommend it enough.

HeleneVoglreiter

2019-12-22

Awesome authentic Maori experience Mervyn and Rangimarie were incredibly nice and gave us deep insight into the Maori culture and their local history and nature. They really care about their environment and their history and their tour is nothing like all these big tourist dances/dinners. They are just a normal modern Maori family with deep knowledge and insights and they welcome you into their world. Mervyn even did a haka for us which was amazing! We would highly recommend Tu Tika Tours to everyone who is interested in the Maori culture and doesn't want to be caught in a tourist trap. The tour is well worth the money, you won't regret it! We booked this tour on very short notice but it wasn't a problem at all. Thank you for this great experience and all the good wishes you send along our way - we really enjoyed New Zealand, also because we learned so much from you about the Maori culture!

Jesse

2019-12-07

Fun for the whole family and totally worth it!!! My family of five absolutely loved this tour. It was fun for my husband and I and our three kids (aged 5,4, and 1). Merv and Rangimarie are very knowledgable about the history and culture of the Maori people as they clearly embrace their heritage. At the same time, they made it really fun to learn about the Maori language and traditions for the kids including cultural songs, dances and chants. The tour was a really fun way to spend part of the day. If I were to do it again, I would probably choose the full day experience as well. I’m glad we did this tour early in our trip in New Zealand because now I feel that I have more insight into the culture which will benefit as for the rest of the trip. Highly recommend!!!!

Pitty604

2019-11-30

The Best Decision of our Trip We were treated to the Tu Tika Tours Cultural Tour with Mervyn and Rangiamarie. Having visited NZ quite a few times over the years we can simply say this is probably one of, if not the best cultural tour we have been on. Our hosts were simply brilliant and not only did we laugh and enjoy ourselves a little bit silly, we also learnt heaps and a new song to take home. I could not recommend this tour enough. We saw beautiful country side and heard in an extremely relevant and respectful way so much of the local and rich history of the Maori people. Will certainly be looking to book another tour with them on our next visit.

Claire C

2019-10-19

Une occasion unique de découvrir la culture Maori Nous avons séjourné chez Rangimarie et Mervyn en juillet. Cérémonie d'accueil d'un guerrier Maori, qui nous demande si nos intentions sont pacifiques ou belliqueuses (assez impressionnant, surtout que nous n'étions que 2 !) Nous entrons dans la maison, sommes présentés au reste de la famille, dont les 5 enfants du couple, et le guerrier Mervyn nous explique entre autres, que par le passé les arrivants étaient loin d'être toujours pacifistes (!), d'où l'intérêt de la petite enquête! Nous sommes invités à nous présenter à notre tour, et sommes à présent considérés comme amis. Après beaucoup d'explications, chants, atelier tressage, Rangi et Mervyn nous invitent ensuite à préparer notre barquette pour le Hangi du midi, l'équivalent de notre bougna Kanak, qui va cuire le temps d'une ballade à Whangharei. Nous dégustons au retour le hangi, très différent finalement du bougna car il ne cuit pas dans le lait de coco, pour la bonne raison qu'il n'y a pas de cocotier en NZ ... Plus léger et tout aussi délicieux ! Nous avions apporté de petits présents pour faire la coutume, que nous leur avons expliqué, ils étaient heureux de ce partage. Au total une immersion d'une journée dans la culture Polynésienne en général et Maori en particulier, et un accueil des plus chaleureux. Un réel plaisir de partage mutuel ! Merci à toute la famille Harding! Date de l'expérience : juillet 2019

2019-08-10

UNE OCCASION UNIQUE DE DÉCOUVRIR LA CULTURE MAORI ! Nous avons séjourné chez Rangimarie et Mervyn en juillet. Rangi nous accueille au point de rdv et nous emmène chez elle. Là, cérémonie d'accueil d'un guerrier Maori, qui nous demande si nos intentions sont pacifiques ou belliqueuses (assez impressionnant, surtout que nous n'étions que 2 !) Nous entrons dans la maison, sommes présentés au reste de la famille, dont les 5 enfants du couple, et le guerrier Mervyn nous explique entre autres, que par le passé les arrivants étaient loin d'être toujours pacifistes (!), d'où l'intérêt de la petite enquête! Nous sommes invités à nous présenter à notre tour, et sommes à présent considérés comme amis. Puis beaucoup d'infos sur l'histoire d'Aotearoa (nom Maori de la N Zélande). Nous passons au petit-déjeuner, pris en famille, et là sommes considérés comme faisant partie de la famille! Ensuite "atelier tressage", de fleurs en feuilles de palmier. Rangi et Mervyn nous invitent ensuite à préparer notre barquette pour le Hangi du midi, l'équivalent de notre bougna Kanak, qui va cuire le temps d'une ballade à Whangharei. Nous découvrons des kauris endémiques centenaires, nos hôtes sont très surpris quand nous leur apprenons qu'il en existe aussi en Calédonie (mais je crois que ce ne sont pas tout à fait les mêmes). Cascades, beaux points de vue sur la ville, légendes Maori... Et chant dans la voiture d'une comptine en maori qu'on a bien du mal à retenir ! :) Nous dégustons au retour le hangi, très différent finalement du bougna car il ne cuit pas dans le lait de coco, pour la bonne raison qu'il n'y a pas de cocotier en NZ ... Plus léger et tout aussi délicieux ! Beaucoup d'échanges sur les revendications indépendantistes Maori/ Kanak. Rangi et Mervyn nous expliquent que les Maoris étant un peuple guerrier, ils se sont battus pour que leurs droits soient respectés, et qu'à présent ils sont satisfaits de vivre avec les autres ethnies dans un pays où leur culture est reconnue. Nous avions apporté de petits présents pour faire la coutume, que nous leur avons expliqué, ils étaient heureux de ce partage. Nous nous quittons à regret vers 14h car nous devions repartir sur Auckland, mais aurions pu rester plus longtemps. Nous ne parlons pas anglais couramment mais de bonnes bases sont indispensables, même si Mervyn et Rangi faisaient attention à parler lentement. Au total une immersion d'une journée dans la culture Polynésienne en général et Maori en particulier, et un accueil des plus chaleureux. Un réel plaisir de partage mutuel ! Merci à toute la famille Harding!

BFA

2019-07-22

An amazing cultural experience! Do not miss this! We have travelled all around New Zealand a few times, but this tour was literally the highlight of our combined trips. It gave us such a great sense of the Maori culture, the beauty of the land and country, and it was truly enriching and entertaining for the adults and children in our group. I cannot recommend Merv and Rangi highly enough. Do not hesitate to book this tour. You will NOT be disappointed! We will definitely book again when we return to NZ.

Uli

2019-05-22

Hiu-wei-a-hey! Fantastic! Definitely a great experience! Murhyn and Rangimarie have been welcoming us very warm and friendly. The "encounter" was very private and personal. We had a really grat day including a close contact to the family and kids. They take their Maori heritage seriuos, in a very open, friendly but informative atmosphere. Singing the AEIOU-Song is so much fun! Thumbs up! Hiu-wei-a-hey :-)

Ragan

2019-04-01

A Must Do The moment we met this engaging couple, it felt like we were being greeted by family. From the welcoming ceremony to the explanations of Maori culture, we felt more and more connected to New Zealand and it’s native culture. For the rest of our weeks here in NZ we found connections to our time with them. It truly enhanced our whole vacation. We would highly recommend taking this tour, even if there’s only time for the short version. To our Maori whanau, Kia Ora!

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