Wai Ariki Retail
Welcome to Wai Ariki Retail
Welcome to Wai Ariki Retail. Our retail store is a celebration of culture, craftsmanship, and wellbeing. We are honored to offer a curated collection of our own branded products, alongside treasures from small Māori businesses that showcase their artistry and heritage. Every item in our store has been thoughtfully selected to reflect the principles of Hauora (wellbeing), connecting you to the deep cultural roots and stories of Aotearoa. By supporting these artists and creators, we invite you to experience the richness of Māori culture and take home something truly meaningful, whether for yourself or as a gift.
The three main components to our retail are Rongoā, Taongā and Kai.
Rongoā meaning traditional Māori medicine – a system of healing that was passed on orally. It comprised diverse practices and an emphasis on the spiritual dimension of health.
Taonga refers to a treasured possession in Māori culture,
Kai being the beautiful selection of food goods on offer.
Take a look at a few of our favourite brands and artisans.
Wai Ariki Body Wash – Blended exclusively for Wai Ariki our fresh scented body wash effortlessly lathers to gently cleanse the skin while retaining moisture. Infused with the soothing essence of Kowhai Bark it leaves your skin feeling soft and refreshed.
Wai Ariki Shampoo – Caters to every hair type utilising plant extracts and oils for gentle cleansing and conditioning. With Kauri Bark extract soothing dry scalp and moisturising oils like Macadamia, Coconut, and Lemongrass leaves hair clean and naturally moisturised.
Wai Ariki Conditioner – For all hair types compliments are wired icky shampoo. Enhanced with almond, macadamia and lemongrass oils and coffee bark our lightweight conditioner nourishes give him his soft and silky.
Wai Ariki Thermal Mud Body Scrub – Revitalise your skin with the Rotorua Thermal Mud Scrub featuring Kumerahou. This scrub gently exfoliates and cleanses while the Kumerahou extract nurtures your skin, leaving it refreshed and renewed. Suitable for all skin types, spot test before you use and avoid eye area.
Wai Ariki Thermal Mud Mask – Crafted for Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa, our unique blends features Kawakawa, a cherished ingredient in Māori traditional medicine. The mud mask deep cleanses and detoxifies the skin, while Kawakawa extract rejuvenates and refreshes your skin.
Wai Ariki Ora – Balance Tea – Harmony unfolds in Balance Tea, fusing New Zealand’s Kawakawa, Manuka and kumarahou with eastern and western herbs for a unique nurturing blend.
Wai Ariki Hapai – Revitalise Tea – Revitalise with our unique blend of New Zealand Kawakawa, coupled with favorite eastern and western herds for an uplifting tea experience.
Wai Ariki Whakaaio – Clam Tea – Experience the tranquility of Calm Tea, blending native New Zealand Kawakawa and Kānuka with western herbs for a
Frequently asked questions
Before your arrival, we kindly ask you to take a moment to peruse our FAQs and familiarise yourself with our terms and conditions.
We look forward to welcoming you soon.
Operating Hours
Wai Ariki is open every day of the year except Christmas Day.
Restorative Journey Wai Whakaora
2 Hour Cultural Wellness Experience
Daily: 9:00AM – 11:00PM (Latest arrival 8:30PM)
Bathing
Daily Morning: 8:45AM – 10:45AM (Latest arrival 10:30AM)
Daily Evening: 7.45PM – 9:45PM (Latest arrival 9:30PM)
Private Pools
Daily: 9:00AM – 10:00PM (Latest arrival 9:30PM)
The Sanctuary Te Āhuru Mōwai
Sanctuary Pools
Daily: 9:00AM – 5.00PM (Latest arrival 4:30PM)
Spa Treatments
Daily: 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Café
Sunday to Thursday: 9:00AM – 5:30PM
Friday and Saturday: 9:00AM– 7:00PM
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