Kohi & Paku Kingi
Tel 64 6 868 5425
Mobile 027 431 9249
Website www.wakatoa.com
For generations, Maori people living in the district of Te Tairawhiti North Island, New Zealand preserved the sprit and traditions of our magnificent culture.
Expect to be emotionally stirred when you take part in the spiritual, and highly professional experience that is Waka Toa. Fun, educational and entertaining, Waka Toa performances are an experience for people of all ages.
Let Waka Toa welcome you to our family here in Te Tairawhiti, or share our culture with you further afield.
Kerry Johnston 
Ph 06 867 9960 or
Mobile 021 676 910
Ngati Porou Tourism
Ruatoria
Ph 06 864 9004
Te Aio o Nukutaimemeha is a 45 metre long waka which lies at the mouth of the Waiapu River. It is still considered one of the largest Waka Taua of its kind in the world. Ten years in the making, this Taonga (treasure) belongs to the descendants of Maui-Tikitiki-a-Taranga. Te Aio o Nukutaimemeha is situated in Rangitukia on private land, and may be closed from time to time. You should therefore enquire as to the situation regarding access. Te Runanga o Ngati Porou are the custodians of the Waka. Entry fee $5 per person. History tours are available. Bookings required.
Ron Nepe
PO Box 847
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 8109
Email ronald.nepe@trotak.iwi.nz
Wainui Rd
GISBORNE
PO Box 394 or 195
Ph 06 867 9960
Fax 06 867 5335
A/h Ph 021 676 910
Email porou.ariki@xtra.co.nz
Website www.ngatiporou.iwi.nz