Bay of Islands & Northland - New Zealand's North Island - page 276

Rewa's Village
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(Landing Rd; adult/child $5/1; 9.30am-4.30pm) If you had a hard time imagining Kororipo Pa in
its original state, take the footbridge across the river to this fascinating mock-up of a tradi-
tional Maori fishing village.

MUSEUM

Aroha Island
( 09-407 5243; www.arohaisland.co.nz ; 177 Rangitane Rd; 9.30am-5.30pm) Reached via a
permanent causeway through the mangroves, this 5-hectare island provides a haven for
the North Island brown kiwi and other native birds, as well as a pleasant picnic spot for
their nonfeathered admirers. It has a visitor centre, kayaks for rent, and after-dark walks to
spy kiwi in the wild (per person $35) can also be arranged. You've got around a 50%
chance of seeing a kiwi, and booking ahead is essential.

WILDLIFE RESERVE

Kerikeri River Track
Starting from Kerikeri Basin, this 4km-long track leads past Wharepuke Falls MAP
GOOGLE MAP and the Fairy Pools to the Rainbow Falls , where the sheet of water encloses a
moss-covered cavern. Alternatively, you can reach the Rainbow Falls from Rainbow Falls
Rd, in which case it's only a 10-minute walk.

WALKING