Pandora Campsite
Located in Te Paki Recreation Reserve and Cape Reinga/Te Rerenga Wairua in the Northland region
Introduction
Camp in a picturesque setting in beautiful Pandora bay. Only accessible on foot and with minimal facilities, this is the spot for those seeking a true wilderness experience.Access
- Boat
- Foot
Landscape
- Coastal
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Activities
- Bird and wildlife watching
- Diving and snorkelling
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Walking and tramping
Seasonal restrictions
Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on conservation land.
Dog access
Just around the corner from Kapowairua (Spirits Bay) and the outstanding Waitahora Lagoon, this is a stunning spot for an overnight getaway or as part of the scenic Te Paki Coastal Track.
Fees
Free.
- Serviced by DOC rangers occasionally
- Self-registration during off-peak period
The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite.
Bookings
No bookings – first come/first served.
Pandora is located on the northern coastline of the Far North.
From Kaitaia head north on State Highway 1. Follow signposts for Cape Reinga. As you near Cape Reinga, a carpark and signage is located on the right-hand side of the road. From the carpark, it's about a two-hour walk along a well-formed track to the campground.
Alternatively, you can access the campsite via the Te Paki Coastal Track from Taputaputa or Kapowairua (Spirit's Bay).
Tracks to this campsite
Location
Latitude: -34.43729006, Longitude: 172.71650796
- Mosquitoes prolific – take insect repellent.
- Always thoroughly clean your equipment (cars / shoes / camping gear etc.) before and after trips to minimise spreading invasive pests, weeds, and diseases.
- Water from tap is rainwater, so the available water supply is subject to rainfall
- No fires at any time. 'Contained flame' (gas) barbeques and cookers are fine, but not open flames or fires.
- No fireworks at any time.
- No rubbish bins on site. Remove your rubbish. 'Take in, take out' policy. Food scraps attract vermin.
- Nearest rubbish transfer station is at Houhora.
- Read the camp rules.
Waitahora Lagoon is only a walking distance from Pandora campsite.
Pandora forms part of the Te Paki Coastal Track. Self- sufficient camping is available.
Before setting out ocontact the DOC Kaitaia office for an update on the condition of the tracks.
Stop kauri dieback and protect kauri
- Kauri dieback disease is spread through soil.
- Scrub soil off shoes and gear and check it's all removed before you go.
- Use a cleaning station when you enter and leave.
- Always stay on the track.
Contacts
| Te Hiku / 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 | |