Waipoua Forest

Waipoua Forest is a nature reserve in the North Island in New Zealand. It is one of the best examples of a kauri forest, a tree endemic to the region, which is in this country. Within the park, there are the two of the world's largest kauri, Tane Mahuta and Te Matua Ngahere. Mahuta means the god of the forest. This protected area was created in 1952. The nearest villages to visit are Dargaville and Omapere. The visitor center is organized by the mauri, and you have to contact them to be able to organize your trip. There is easy access from the main paths, but the rest is very dense. You can stay at the edge of the park to sleep, camping is prohibited within.