About Te Matua Ngahere

Translating to “Father of the Forest” in the Maori language, this giant coniferous tree is not as large as its neighbour Tane Mahuta but is definitely stouter with a girth of 16 metres. The bit of a walk from the car park past the four sisters feels totally worth it. Soak up the massive beauty the scale of which cannot be captured in a photograph. Find out some interesting facts and information with the guides present there. The place is also a good option for kids.

Be careful as to not damage its sensitive root system and admire the tree from the viewing platform. The foot traffic may endanger the trees’ life span.

Must See

  • Te Matua Ngahere --- 2nd longest living Kauri tree in Newzealand
  • Te Matua Ngahere walk --- 20 minutes short  walk
  • Three walks 
  • Other aspects of the forest system

How to reach

It is prefered to go by walking from the City centre as its just a 18 minutes walk

Tips

  • Wear comfortable shoes as it is quite a long walk
  • Pet dogs are allowed but with required authorised permit
  • Do not go too near the Kauri tree roots
  • Cleaning your shoes before and after visiting the tree is mandatory
  • One has to climb on a viewing platform to view the tree from a bit distance
  • There are car parking facilities at a distance from the trees
  • While walking always keep to the track and do not meander away
  • In case of a storm or strong winds blowing take care of falling branches

Visit Time

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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Waiting Time

30 minutes

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Complete walk will cost 138 NZ$

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Scattered Clouds 12.51°C

 

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