Also called “Lord of the Forest” this giant kauri tree is located in the Waipoua Forest of Northland Island. Estimated to be more than 200 years old, this is the world’s largest and oldest living tree.
The Tane Mahuta is regarded as the separator of heaven and earth. This belief dates back to the Maori mythology. It is believed that Ranginui (Sky Father) and Papatuanuku (Earth Mother) could not bear to be apart from each other and were thus locked in a never-ending embrace. This deprived their 6 children of light. The children, yearning to enter the world of light, worked on breaking their embrace. It is said that the mighty Tane Mahuta finally succeeded in separating the parents’ bond. This might tree now stands strong and victorious with shoulders pushed hard against ‘Mother Earth’ and feet stretched high towards ‘Sky Father’.
There are guided walks and tours offered interpreting the Maori legends under the cover of darkness.
About 148 ft high Giant Kauri tree said to be 1250 to 2500 years old the highest of this species till date
Walking will take a maximum of 15 minutes from the city centre
A taxi will take roughly 6 to 9 minutes and will charge you roughly 17 NZ$
Sunday: Open 24 hours
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
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