Enjoy this memorable shore excursion from where your cruise ship tenders in paihia this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to delve into the northern maori culture from the ngapuhi confederation of tribes new zealands largest tribal nation by using the living landscapes and environment as the setting and natural backdrop for your tour the best part of your 3 hour tour is done in a waka taua traditional maori war canoe built from a mixture of composite and traditional materials you will a