As the sun sets, the fire is lit | From $120/ppTe Ahi o Mataoho:
Fireside Experience
An unforgettable evening of fire, food and connection at Ihumaatao.
Step into a place where the fires still burn.
Nestled within Kaitiki Village at Ihumaatao, this intimate evening experience invites you to slow down, gather together and reconnect through story, kai and culture.
Hosted by Te Ahiwaru, this is more than a dinner. It is a living expression of ahi kaa, keeping the fires of home burning.
The ExperienceAs the sun sets, the fire is lit, calling people together as it has for generations.
This is a space to gather, share food, listen and connect.
You’ll be welcomed into a warm, relaxed fireside setting where the night unfolds naturally:
A haangii meal, prepared with care
Live acoustic music or entertainment
Stories of place, people and legacy
Space to connect, reflect and simply be
Bring your own drinks, settle in and let the rhythm of the evening take over.
Ideal for:
Corporate groups | Teams | Visitors | Special occasions
Bring your people together for a night that stays with you.
Minimum group bookings apply.
Why not make a full day of it?
We have team building packages available to suit your needs.
Enquire today!
Gather your people around the fireTired of the same team dinners?
Give your team something they will actually remember. An intimate evening to connect and unwind within one of Aotearoa’s most important cultural landscapes.
Arrival & Mihi whakatau6:30pm
Live music 6:45pm
Dinner7:15pm
Storytelling, karaoke, conversation, connectionthrough to 9:30pm
Want to take it up a level?
Upgrade your Fireside experience with a live band and premium hosting.
Turn your evening into something unforgettable.