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lenita7

Since I was a little girl I have always wanted to visit Tane Mahuta and he did not disappoint! You feel a real sense of humility standing amongst these trees. Particularly Te Matua Ngahere. Just absolutely stunning. Can't help but think how beautiful it would look if we hadn't chopped them all down...

mariec621

Great place to walk and see all the kauri trees.Easy grade perfect for all ages.Take your time and step out of the rat race.Maoi guides do leader led walks

Keith-B-Robinson

This area is one of the few remaining stands of ancient Kauri forest. These massive trees are [almost] comparable to the USA's Coastal Redwoods in terms of their size and stature. The area features a number of walks to various points that showcase some of the larger Kauri trees. Walking tracks include "Four Sisters" (0.7 km return), "Te Matua Ngahere" (1.4 km return), "Yakas" (3.4 km return), and of course, "Tane Mahuta" (0.4 km return).Each pathway follows a well developed trail system or upraised boardwalk, so as to limit damage to the natural environment. The Kauri roots are very shallow and can apparently be damaged by trampers' footsteps. Visitors can also potentially carry on on their boots disease that can plague the Kauri, so make sure to clean your boots at all appropriate stations (near the trailheads). The massive Kauri trees themselves are a real treat to walk along and near. Seeing Te Matua Ngahere (Father of the Forest) was a truly awe-inspiring and humbling experience. The boardwalk leading to the Yakas tree allows you to literally stand right beside the tree's trunk and marvel at its size!Keep an eye (or ear) out for the sound of the rare Kokako calling from the treetops!

935kathrynr

We stopped on our drive from Dargaville to Paihia to visit the giant Kauri in Waipoua Forest and sat in awe of these jawdropping old father's of the forest.Te Matua Ngahere the 'Father of the Forest' can be spotted through the trees at a curve in the boardwalk, and you think you are looking at a rocky cliff - this mammoth trunk 16 metres in circumference is so hard to comprehend that it's actually a tree - until you look up into the amazing canopy. It just leaves you speechless.Nearby Tane Mahuta, "Lord of the Forest" is just as inspiring, making you want to just kneel at his feet in an act of worship. 35 plus other plant species grow in his awesome canopy - he is a true father of smaller things! Want to feel small and insignificant? Travel here and meet these 2000 plus year old giants and wonder at their glory.

alwaysplanahead

took a night time tour with a Maori guide. Well organized, learned lots and the forest is beautiful. Easy walking for anyone. Wear waterproof shoes.

TracyM629

what a beautiful ngahere/forest!! Green and serene, reminds us of how fortunate we are to have such a gift in the Northland. May it long continue.

annfP6142RL

The forest as well as the large Kauri trees make for a beautiful walk. It is even better if you know something about the distinctive nature of the kauri trees to fully appreciate what you are seeing. They are unique.

CraigW894

since 1952 this place has been a sanctuary for native flora and fauna and contains 2 of the largest living kauri trees, Tane Mahuta and Te Matua Ngahere. And the great thing is anyone can see them as very easy path too them and only a short walk to see trees that are between 2,000 to 3,000 years old. Plus there is a huge amount of native birds there so at times the area abounds in bird song.

culturevulture94

A grandfather kauri tree is a sight to behold. This forest contains trees 2,000 to 3,000 years old. The Tane Mahuta tree towers only a block or so from the main highway on a well maintained trail. Its tall neighboring kauri trees dwarf by comparison. You can arrange to plant a rare kauri tree and receive photos to track it as both you and your tree grow in stature and wisdom. Don't miss this unique sight. I wish we'd had time to take the lookout walk too.

Crystalline4u

The Kauri trees leave you in wonder. They are magnificent. I recommend that if you have a chance to lose yourself in here and experience a moment with these trees that you do so! There is something alluring about standing before something that was there before you... and will be there long after you. It's almost a religious moment as you stand there respecting what it has taken for these trees to survive the onslaught of man.

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