The reconstructed pre-settlement Maori fishing village is very well done. Gives a good indication of what Maori life would have been like then. There is a great video presentation, about 15mins, all about the early history of the area when Europeans first arrived, well worth seeing. There are great views from the village across the river to the Stone Store... More

While staying in Paihai in the Bay of Islands my husband and I took a day trip up the coast to Kerikeri and surrounds. We started our trip north from Paihai and visited the local Haruru Falls which are small but offer a calm water kayak opportunity. Easy access from the carpark as well. We then travelled via Twin Coast... More

This village was well done, houses were made of a radical type material and appeared to be of the period.

An great place to visit for those interested in history and culture. There is an informative video presentation so you know what to expect and to look out for. A small gift shop is also available for those all important souvenirs. There is also a facility to enable access out of normal opening hours.

Great to see how things were done, very interesting place. Volunteers very helpful and polite. Made a good insight to Maori customs.

Was a nice wee place to visit. The volunteers that were working around the place the day we went were all very respectful and nice to us. Well done!

It was closed when we visited but the walks through the "village" were interesting, especially since we knew nothing of Maori customs.

Well worth a visit to this Maori village. We went after-hours, so entrance was free - but during the day the entry price didn't look expensive. The village is quite pretty, and lots of interesting information to read. it's quite steep in places so strollers etc might be tricky to take around.

Having seen a number of pa sites on our travels, it was really interesting to see how they would have looked with their buildings intact. The whole village was well set out in a compact area, with its own visitors' centre. Well worth a visit.