Waipoua Kauri Forest

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'Lord of the Forrest' 
Huge NZ kauri 

http://www.waipouaforest.hokianga.co.nz
'Lord of the Forrest' 
Huge NZ kauri 

http://www.waipouaforest.hokianga.co.nz
Tane Mahuta Kauri tree
The largest kauri tree known to stamd in New Zealand, thought to be up to 2500 years old. Almost 14 metres girth and over 50 metres tall, an immense tree.
Tame: Lord of the forest. Oldest and tallest.
Son of Sky father and Earth mother. He tore his parents apart, breaking their embrace to bring light, space, air and allowing life to flourish.

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The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

3 out of 5
334 State Highway 12 Omapere
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$87 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$100 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Omapere. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (174 reviews)
Lovely staff. Had a great meal in the restaurant. Right on the beach. Our rooms were clean and comfortable

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

The Sands Hotel
Opononi Lighthouse Motel

Opononi Lighthouse Motel

2.5 out of 5
45 State Highway 12 Opononi
$147 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
$169 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Opononi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (384 reviews)
Room was clean and tidy. Would have like fresh milk for tea and coffee.

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Opononi Lighthouse Motel
Omamari Beach / Kai iwi Lakes / Kauri Forest

Omamari Beach / Kai iwi Lakes / Kauri Forest

Kai Iwi Lakes
Stay at this vacation home in Omamari. Enjoy a garden and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attraction Kai Iwi Lakes is located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
Great location If you are visiting to see the Kai Iwi Lakes as it is close by. Bach nice and warm during the night, spacious lounge/ dining area and comfortable futon that could be used as an extra bed. Good oven with fully equiped kitchen. Downside would be the misleading listing. There is no bbq, ...

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Omamari Beach / Kai iwi Lakes / Kauri Forest
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Omamari Beach / Kai iwi Lakes / Kauri Forest

Omamari Beach / Kai iwi Lakes / Kauri Forest

Kai Iwi Lakes
Stay at this vacation home in Omamari. Enjoy a garden and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attraction Kai Iwi Lakes is located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
Great location If you are visiting to see the Kai Iwi Lakes as it is close by. Bach nice and warm during the night, spacious lounge/ dining area and comfortable futon that could be used as an extra bed. Good oven with fully equiped kitchen. Downside would be the misleading listing. There is no bbq, ...

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Omamari Beach / Kai iwi Lakes / Kauri Forest
Secluded Haven with Stunning Hokianga Harbour Views

Secluded Haven with Stunning Hokianga Harbour Views

Omapere Northland
Stay at this vacation home in Omapere. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Omapere Beach and Pakia Hill Lookout are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
All amenities were fine.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Secluded Haven with Stunning Hokianga Harbour Views
Northland/Hokianga/Opononi
Stunning beach house for sunset
Orca

Northland/Hokianga/Opononi Stunning beach house for sunset Orca

Omapere Northland
Stay at this chalet in Omapere. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Opononi Beach and Omapere Beach are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
Great location - it felt almost like a private 100m of beach to ourselves!

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Northland/Hokianga/Opononi Stunning beach house for sunset Orca
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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