Cape Reinga
New Zealand · Northland
Description
Cape Reinga (Te Rerenga Wairua) lies at the northern tip of New Zealand's North Island and is one of the country's most remarkable natural and cultural landmarks. The cape is renowned for its iconic lighthouse perched on dramatic cliffs and for the visible meeting of the Pacific Ocean and the Tasman Sea, where powerful currents converge below the headland. In Māori tradition, Te Rerenga Wairua is a sacred place where the spirits of the deceased begin their journey to Hawaiki, the ancestral homeland. To the south stretches the famous Ninety Mile Beach, while the towering Te Paki Sand Dunes rank among the region's most popular natural attractions. Combining spectacular coastal scenery, deep spiritual significance, and unspoiled landscapes, Cape Reinga is one of New Zealand's most captivating destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 2 days (optimal 1 day)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – January
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Highlights
- Cape Reinga Lighthouse
- Cape Reinga / Te Rerenga Wairua
- Te Paki Sand Dunes
- Sandboarding on Te Paki Sand Dunes
- Ninety Mile Beach
- Meeting of the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean
- Ancient pōhutukawa tree
- Te Werahi Beach
- Cape Maria van Diemen
- Twilight Beach
- Spirits Bay
- Tapotupotu Bay
- Te Paki Coastal Track(Multi-day trip)
- Cape Reinga Walkway
- Scott Point
- Pandora