Feedback on Tamaki’s Christchurch Cultural Tourism Products

“Thank you for having us at the Tamaki Heritage Village. What a great way to start our New Zealand trip. I was not exactly sure what to expect when we got to the Maori village – but I was definitely impressed by the size, scope and quality of the production - a truly memorable evening. Apart from great story-telling, you have a terrific cast of characters who really brought everything to life. I know all our accounts were impressed. I would put the evening into the ‘must do’ attractions for Christchurch”. Springboard Vacations

“I just wanted to say HUGE thanks for the opportunity to experience the Uitara family. That was awesome! It was more than what I expected. I would love to do it again – and I would even pay! I have already told my partner’s parents when they come over to New Zealand next month. It will be the best thing to do in Christchurch for the night! I have already mentioned to my staff and a lot of guests who are going to CHCH”. YHA

“I would like to thank you for the wonderful show you put on at your cultural centre in Christchurch. I attended with a group of travel agents last Saturday week. I thoroughly enjoyed the evening. It taught me a lot about European settlement in the 19th century and the disregard for many people already living in the land. I can see many parallels with the treatment of the Australian Aborigine. But, I liked the way it was presented; it was not about finger pointing. I also enjoyed the meal and the tram ride”. South Coast Travel

“Thank you very much for giving us the opportunity to experience the Tamaki Heritage Village earlier this month. What an impressive experience and undertaking that program provides! I certainly will encourage clients headed to Christchurch to include an evening with Tamaki”. Premier Aussie & New Zealand Specialist

“I found the whole event fantastic and captivating. For me it was an evening’s entertainment – equal to that of live theatre but also a fantastic portrayal of our history. The backdrop was fantastic – and the cast mingling after the show was a real treat. I know our 11 year old son loved every minute of it and wants to come back”. Kirra Tours

“WOW is my one word summary. This is an incredible show, like nothing else you will have ever experienced. They retell the story of European colonisation with brutal, in-your-face honesty. The whole production is very well acted with everyone playing their part extremely well. Unlike a stage show, the sets don't move, you do. You are led through the story quite literally as you move from one setting to the next, watching the story unfold”. SWNZ

“We were sincerely impressed at the ability of all the actors and their individual knowledge of each role. I was also impressed by the way the Ferrymead space was utilized. Great job guys and thank you for educating us on important part of our history. I think your product would be great for my clients”. Dream NZ

“The whole experience was just incredible and so wonderfully professional”. Airport i-SITE

“It was refreshing to see a Maori product that didn’t rely on song / dance and it is very different from the Rotorua product. The moving between scenes was well done and the narrator did a great job in keeping everyone together. The actor’s were believable and passionate when delivering their parts. The meal was excellent with a good, plentiful variety”. Grand Pacific Tours

“I was blown away and have been telling everyone how fantastic the night was. I will certainly be encouraging my clients to go along”! Jetset Travel

“Very impressed with what you have done in Christchurch with the new Tamaki show – a wonderful evening of historical story telling. Brought back memories of dinner theatre engagements here in the states during the 1960s, I will long remember my night in Christchurch with the Chronicles of Uitara.
I’m looking forward to another trip to NZ to see the rest of the story unfold”. Andrew

“Wow!! What an experience. I take my hat off to you all. It’s so cool that when you have great expectations for them to be even more exceeded. Truly an amazing performance. Everyone else in the group passed the same. The food was also plentiful and enjoyable. Great all round effort I’d say. We will be back with more for sure!” Tracey

“I had the great opportunity to attend the Tamaki experience and I just want to say that it was an experience of a life time!! I was really moved by the scenes that were brilliantly done. The cast were great – I just simply have nothing but great things to say about the evening! So I just want to say thank you for the great educational experience you gave me! ‘til next time KIA ORA!!!!”
Jonathan, South Africa