Mountain Jade Highlights Tour
Overview
This exclusive tour is our ultimate jade experience.
In the heart of Rotorua, discover the art of carving jade on a guided tour of our greenstone studio. Meet local artists as they craft jade by hand and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and atmosphere of our carving workshop. Your guide will take you on an in-depth journey into the history of jade carving in New Zealand, uncovering the significance of pounamu for Māori and exploring the traditional uses and values of the stone. You'll see the highlights of our jade gallery and then head to the studio to spend exclusive time with our artists, learning about the carving process and watching them work. After visiting the studio, you'll get to choose and string a piece of New Zealand pounamu, turning it into a necklace to take home and treasure forever.
Tours are available at 10.00 am, Monday to Friday. Infant ages are 0-2 years.
In the heart of Rotorua, discover the art of carving jade on a guided tour of our greenstone studio. Meet local artists as they craft jade by hand and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and atmosphere of our carving workshop. Your guide will take you on an in-depth journey into the history of jade carving in New Zealand, uncovering the significance of pounamu for Māori and exploring the traditional uses and values of the stone. You'll see the highlights of our jade gallery and then head to the studio to spend exclusive time with our artists, learning about the carving process and watching them work. After visiting the studio, you'll get to choose and string a piece of New Zealand pounamu, turning it into a necklace to take home and treasure forever.
Tours are available at 10.00 am, Monday to Friday. Infant ages are 0-2 years.
Inclusions
- 30-minute fully guided experience with jade experts.
- Chance to spend exclusive time with New Zealand jade artists in their studio
- A piece of New Zealand pounamu to take home.
- See a live jade carving demonstration
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Entry/Admission - Mountain Jade
What to expect
Visit: Mountain Jade, 1288 Fenton Street, Rotorua 3010 New Zealand
Meet local artists as they craft jade by hand and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and atmosphere of our carving workshop. Your guide will take you on an in-depth journey into the history of jade carving in New Zealand, uncovering the significance of pounamu for Māori and exploring the traditional uses and values of the stone. You'll see the highlights of our jade gallery and then head to the studio to spend exclusive time with our artists, learning about the carving process and watching them work. After visiting the studio, you'll get to choose and string a piece of New Zealand pounamu, turning it into a necklace to take home and treasure forever.
Meet local artists as they craft jade by hand and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and atmosphere of our carving workshop. Your guide will take you on an in-depth journey into the history of jade carving in New Zealand, uncovering the significance of pounamu for Māori and exploring the traditional uses and values of the stone. You'll see the highlights of our jade gallery and then head to the studio to spend exclusive time with our artists, learning about the carving process and watching them work. After visiting the studio, you'll get to choose and string a piece of New Zealand pounamu, turning it into a necklace to take home and treasure forever.
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Odette_Y
December 2022
I would not change anything as the young lady that did the talking was very good the carver’s where great My family really enjoyed the time there I would like to thank you very much
I would not change anything as the young lady that did the talking was very good the carver’s where great My family really enjoyed the time there I would like to thank you very muchSamantha_S
October 2022
Our guide and artist were very knowledgeable and answered our ever question... the different types of Jade was absolutely beautiful and a must do even if you are not into Jade and you get to take a piece home as a gift for doing the tour.
Our guide and artist were very knowledgeable and answered our ever question... the different types of Jade was absolutely beautiful and a must do even if you are not into Jade and you get to take a piece home as a gift for doing the tour.