Journal destination
Stories from this city location. Explore published field notes, guided trips, and local perspectives.
The collection
01Step into Puketi Forest and come face-to-buttress with ancient kauri trees. Small-group guided walks—day, twilight or night—unwrap the ecology, Māori heritage, and conservation rules that keep this Northland relic alive.
02Kerikeri is a compact, layered gateway to the Bay of Islands—home to New Zealand’s oldest stone and wooden buildings, easy rainforest walks and an unforgettable skyline for tandem skydiving. Discover how to pair heritage, food and adrenaline in a single visit.
03A drowned valley of islands and tidal channels, Whangaroa Harbour rewards paddlers, anglers, and boaters with sheltered exploration, rich birdlife, and a coastline shaped by Māori history and working fisheries. Plan around the tides and hire local guides to get the most from this quietly dramatic Northland harbour.