Path to lighthouse at Cape Reinga
Image: Benhi Dixon | Creative Commons
Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua
Located in Te Paki Recreation Reserve in the Northland region
Introduction
The famous landmark sits at the tip of the Te Paki Recreation Reserve. A highly significant area to Māori, it marks the point from which Maori wairua (spirit) return to their traditional homeland.Highlights
See the iconic lighthouse and Motuopao Island from Cape Reinga.
Place overview
Facilities
- Toilets
- Information panels
Activities
- Camping
- Walking and tramping
-
Check, Clean, Dry
Clean all gear when moving between waterways to prevent the spread of didymo and other freshwater pests.
-
Help stop kauri dieback
- Stay away from kauri tree roots.
- Clean your footwear and gear before and after visiting kauri forest.
In this section
Find things to do and places to stay Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua
About this place
Getting there
From Kaitaia it is a 1 hour 30 minutes drive north on SH1.
Contacts
| Kaitaia Office | |
| Phone: | +64 9 408 6014 |
| Fax: | +64 9 408 6019 |
| Email: | kaitaia@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
25 Matthews Ave Kaitaia 0441 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 569 Kaitaia 0441 |
| Full office details | |
