Cape Reinga lighthouse

Image: Simon Lieschke

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 Maori, 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
  • Stop the spread of didymo and other freshwater pests.

    Remember to Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

  • Help stop kauri dieback

    Kauri dieback disease is killing our native kauri. It spreads by soil movement, but you can help prevent it.

    • Stay away from kauri tree roots.
    • Clean your gear before and after visiting kauri forest.

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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
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