Te Rerenga Wairua (Cape Reinga)

Northland region

Te Rerenga Wairua (Cape Reinga) view from the lighthouse.

Te Rerenga Wairua (Cape Reinga) view from the lighthouse

Map showing Northland region.

The famous landmark of Te Rerenga Wairua sits at the tip of the Te Paki Recreational Reserves, overlooking the meeting point of the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean. A highly significant area to Maori, it marks the point from which Maori descendants travel in spirit form back to their traditional homeland of Hawaiiki- A-Nui.

Alert/Important notice

Possum control operation

DOC is controlling possums in Te Paki Reserve and North Cape Scientific Reserve from April 2012 onwards. Warning signs will be placed immediately prior to the operation starting.
Read the 'Possum control in Te Paki Reserve and North Cape Scientific Reserve' factsheet for more information.

Location

Te Rerenga Wairua represents the top of the North Island. From Kaitaia it is a 1 1/2 hr drive north on State Highway 1.

Highlights:

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Publications

Cape Reinga factsheet (PDF, 223K)

Weather

Weather for Kaitaia area - Northland rural forecast

NZ weather

Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Learn more

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Tips for driving on unsealed roads

Contacts

Kaitaia Area Office
Phone: +64 9 408 6014
Email: kaitaiaao@doc.govt.nz
Full office details
Te Paki Field Base
Phone: +64 9 409 8427
Full office details
Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai