Welcome to

Māwhera

The Māwhera Pā / Greymouth

Life at the Māwhera Pā

Step into an immersive Māori Cultural experience with a one-of-a-kind self-guided journey, delving into the rich tapestry of Poutini Ngāi Tahu and the Māwhera Pā settlement. This captivating exhibition leads you through six compelling narratives, allowing you to explore at your own pace for a duration of 90 minutes or more.

As you journey through these tales, be enchanted by a striking large-scale masterpiece crafted by Wētā Workshop and a sensory feast of visuals and sound, culminating in an unforgettable and inspiring cultural encounter.

Māwhera Pā Experience

Embark on a self-discovery journey through immersive experiences featuring monumental sculptures, audio-visual elements, and history told through audio and illustrations. Explore daily life in the Pā, and discover the region's past through stories of Pounamu, industry, and cultural change.

Pricing

SUPERGOLD CARD (65+): $36

ADULTS (16+): $49

CHILDREN (5 - 15):$15

FAMILY (1 ADULT, 2 CHILDREN):$74

FAMILY (2 ADULT, 1 CHILDREN):$109

FAMILY (2 ADULT, 2 CHILDREN):$119

EXTRA CHILD:$10

EXTRA ADULT: $20

Numbers are limited, so we recommend Booking online

Getting to Māwhera Pā

Māwhera Pā is located at 45 Tainui Street, Greymouth.
We recommend booking online in advance. We cannot guarantee on-the-day availability.

We are a quick 4-minute walk from TranzAlpine, Greymouth Railway Station.

For additional details, please read our FAQ section.

Groups

For those planning group bookings or school outings, Māwhera Pā offers the perfect experience.

To ensure a seamless visit for groups, kindly reach out to us via email in advance.

Contact Pounamu Pathway

Open Daily

Open: Monday to Sunday, from 9am
Closed: Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

Contact Us

Call: 0800 224 414
Email: info@pounamupathway.kiwi

Book Your Experience

Tickets can be purchased in advance online or on the day at the Māwhera Pā.

Pounamu Pathway App

Experience the West Coast / Te Tai Poutini with our Pounamu Pathway App, to uncover unique stories, history and experiences unlike anything the world has seen before.
Available on Google Play and App Stores.

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