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Tags : Lighthouse

Entry fee : NA

Timings : Open 24 hours

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Cape Reinga, Bay of Islands Overview

Cape Reinga is the northernmost accessible point in New Zealand. Here, the Tasman Sea meets the Pacific Ocean in a swirl of currents, and viewers can see the exact line where they meet each other in two vivid blues. It is a three-hour drive from Pahia. You can walk down the wide sealed walkway to the Cape Reinga lighthouse at the cliff's edge which takes about 10 minutes. This is a great spot for panoramic views and photo opportunities. The stunning cliffs and signposts show the distance from Cape Reinga to other global destinations and are a sight to behold.

Cape Reinga is a spiritually significant place for the Maori, and information panels along the way tell you about Maori history. At the tip of the Cape is an 800-year-old pohutukawa tree, and it is believed that spirits leap off this tree and depart to the ocean. Eating is prohibited at the Cape, but Tapotupotu Bay is only a 5-minute drive away for a good picnic or swim.

Must Know Before You Visit Cape Reinga

Time required : 1 - 2 hours

Note : No pets allowed

No food or drink allowed

Best months to visit : December to February

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