Visit Pukekaihau Pā

In Waipukurau, explore the site of Pukekaihau Pā, the main pā (settlement) for hāpu (kin groups) of this area during the 1600s.

Take the driving tour

Take the Ngā Ara Tipuna driving tour to discover seven more sites of historic, ecological or geological significance in the Waipukurau-Takapau rohe (tribal area).

Book a personal tour

COMING SOON: descendants of the people who lived on Pukekaihau Pā will guide you around fascinating features of the site and share rare insights into this place and the lives of their ancestors.

Take the mobile tour

Using your mobile phone, take a free, self-guided tour of places of cultural importance around Waipukurau and Takapau.

Start the mobile tour

Easy-to-use maps

Use the digital maps to locate places of natural and cultural significance as you explore this rohe (tribal area).

Fascinating videos

At each stop, choose from a selection of compelling video stories by mana whenua: the tribes with authority over this land. Hear what happened on this land during the times of the tīpuna (ancestors) and about activities taking place today.

Bilingual

Available in English or te reo Māori.

Ready to begin your journey?

More than 30 video stories revealing important features of this land await you.