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Cape Reinga

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NZ Cape Reinga

At the top of the Aupori Peninsula — the narrow tombola that extends from Northland—Cape Reinga is the northernmost point of New Zealand.

Maori believe the spirits of the deceased leave the land here, bound for their spiritual homeland, Hawaiki. There’s a lighthouse overlooking the crashing Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean, and well-marked hiking trails lead down steep cliffs to otherwise cut-off bays and beaches.

Cape Reinga travel guides

Active Adventures In New Zealand
Guide

Active Adventures In New Zealand

Nicole Canning
Nicole Canning

New Zealand must be in contention for title of adventure travel capital of the world. The list of white-knuckle thrills you can seek out here knows no bounds.
New Zealand's Best Road Trips
Guide

New Zealand's Best Road Trips

Elen Turner
Elen Turner

With just four million people spread over two main islands, nature and dramatic scenery rules in New Zealand.From the high Southern Alps that run the length of the South Island to the volcanic peaks of the North Island, the watery passages of the Marlborough Sounds and Fiordland to the geothermal activity of the central North Island, the golden sands of Northland beaches to the black sands of the west coast of both islands – there’s a lot to see on a self-drive route through New Zealand.

Cape Reinga itineraries

Northern Auckland Circular Road Trip
New Zealand

Northern Auckland Circular Road Trip

Road trip to the Northern tip of New Zealand
9 days
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