6-course degustation with drink pairings available every Friday night in August.

Let your senses lead the way through an unforgettable evening of flavour, texture and aroma. Each course in this carefully crafted degustation draws inspiration from seasonal ingredients, cultural connection, and culinary creativity — designed to awaken a different sense with every bite.

From the earthy essence of Aotearoa’s native ingredients to the vibrant freshness of the coast and forest, every dish is paired with a perfectly matched wine or handcrafted non-alcoholic beverage to enhance the experience.

Sunday morning brunch is always a treat, so to make it remarkable, come and sit amidst the spectacle of an erupting geyser and enjoy our delectable delights...

From freshly baked breakfast pastries, to Belgian waffles and the allure of rēwena fried bread paired with golden syrup and butter, the offerings at Pātaka Kai are a celebration of Aotearoa.

Delight in the delicate flavours of manuka smoked king salmon, savour twice-cooked sticky glazed pork ribs, or enjoy buttermilk fried chicken.

For those keen on breakfast classics, grilled maple bacon and eggs beckons, while creamy mushrooms seasoned with horopito add an indigenous herb twist.

Booking times available every hour, book from 10:00am - 1:00pm. A 90-minute dining time applies from the start of your booking.

Our most popular night experience.

An evening of culture, kai and connection!

Te Pō Combo begins at 4pm with a fully guided tour of our valley, followed by a buffet dinner and cultural performance—each element designed to deepen your connection to our historic geothermal valley and immerse you in Māori culture.

Explore the stunning landscape of native bush, geysers, and mud pools, and feel the natural power of Pōhutu Geyser—the largest geyser in the Southern Hemisphere! Your guided journey takes you through the geothermal valley, where you’ll also visit the Kiwi Conservation Centre and the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute.

Savour a delicious buffet at our Pātaka Kai Restaurant & Bar, which overlooks a geothermal wonderland. Enjoy freshly-sourced produce, traditionally cooked meats and vegetables, kai moana (seafood), and a selection of sweet desserts.

Be captivated by a cultural performance in our beautifully carved meeting house, Te Aronui a Rua. The performance includes a pōhiri (traditional Māori welcome), waiata (song), mōteatea (chant), poi, and haka.

Wrap up the evening with a stroll back into the geothermal landscape while sipping on hot chocolate.

Experience a night that will enlighten you - see, hear and taste Māori culture.

This experience lasts approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes and is suitable for all ages.

Winter special on now - Te Pō Combo + Free guided tour
Was: Adult $279, Child $174
Now: Adult $195, Child $135

Valid until 28th September 2025

Experience a night that will enlighten you - see, hear and taste Māori culture with a hāngī buffet dinner and cultural performance.

Savour a delicious hāngī buffet at our Pātaka Kai Restaurant & Bar, which overlooks a geothermal wonderland. Enjoy freshly sourced produce, traditionally cooked meats and vegetables, kai moana (seafood), and a selection of sweet desserts.

Be captivated by a cultural performance in our beautifully carved meeting house, Te Aronui a Rua. The performance includes a pōhiri (traditional Māori welcome), waiata (song), mōteatea (chant), poi, and haka.

Wrap up the evening with a stroll down to Pōhutu Geyser, the largest active geyser in the southern hemisphere and sip on hot chocolate.

This experience is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes long and suitable for all ages.