Rāwene

Where the sun rises and the sun sets


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Welcome!

A little information for visitors about Rawene. If you're thinking of visiting New Zealand's far north, then Rawene is an appealing and well-situated base for your stay. Rawene is a relaxed village on the southern side of the Hokianga Harbour with some of the best accommodation in the area.

What's in Rāwene


Sleep

Rawene has accommodation to suit any budget and taste, from the eclectic experience of the postmaster's lodgings to the fantastic facilities at the motor camp. No matter where you stay you are guaranteed an ultra relaxed atmosphere and fantastic far-north hospitality.

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Eat

Rawene is on the twin coast discovery trail, find out where it is and how not to miss it.

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Things To Do

To the South are the giant sand dunes across from Opinoni and the Waipua Forest where you will find the last great stands of the Kauri tree and the legendary Tane Mahut a . Inland is the Wairere Boulder Valley, which is worth a look at for its truly unusual basalt boulders. There are fantastic coffee shops where you can sit down and relax with a cappuccino, kayak in the Hokianga Harbour or simply take it easy and take in the scenery at the far-north pace.

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History

Rawene and the Hokianga are steeped in both pre European Maori history and early New Zealand history. Take a look at some artefacts found in Rawene and links to Hokianga history.

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