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Manaaki

Nau mai ki Māoriland

We look forward to hosting you at Māoriland Film Festival. 
This page has information to support your time at the festival. 
Guest Services

Manaaki

Nau mai ki Māoriland

We look forward to hosting you at Māoriland Film Festival. 
This page has information to support your time at the festival. 
Guest Services

ON THIS PAGE

  • FESTIVAL SHUTTLE 
  • GUEST SERVICES GUIDE
  • INDUSTRY BOOK
  • HOW TO FIND YOUR SCHEDULE
  • HOW TO GET HERE
  • HOW TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS
  • FAQ’S

Festival Shuttle 

Click on the link below to view the Māoriland Film Festival Shuttle Map & Schedule. This shuttle operates to a set schedule daily and is free to ride for passholders. 

 

Download the Guest Services Guide

View the Industry Program

How to find your schedule

We’ve emailed you your schedule link directly from Zone. You can also find your personalised schedule here

 

How to get here

Māoriland Film Festival is held in Ōtaki, which is nestled between the Tararua Ranges and Tasman Sea with views towards Kāpiti Island. 

This vibrant town, deeply rooted in Māori heritage, is a unique community where filmmakers and visitors alike can appreciate the distinct environmental and cultural elements.

Visitors to Māoriland Film Festival can travel by air to the following airports

Kāpiti Coast Airport

25 km from Ōtaki
(24 min drive time) 

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Airline

Wellington Airport

82 km from Ōtaki
(1 hour 12 min drive time) 

Catch the Kāpiti Line from Wellington Railway Station to journey up the Kāpiti Coast (see public transport information below)

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Airlines

Palmerston North Airport

75 km from Ōtaki
(1 hour 4 min drive time) 

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Airlines

Travellers from Wellington may consider catching the train to Waikanae. This one-hour trip offers stunning views along the Kāpiti Coast.  Sit on the left-hand side of the train heading North for the best views out to Kāpiti Island. 

Car hire is also available at each airport.

International travellers should make sure to check the Visa requirements for their country prior to travel.

How to book your tickets

You can book your tickets using the waiver code emailed to you.

You can also enter any screening with your pass, as space allows.