Bay of Islands Nature Walks

Guided Nature Walks Among Ancient Kauri Trees

Discover the natural beauty of Puketi Forest with immersive eco-walks led by local experts. These Puketi Forest Tours offer an enriching way to explore one of Northland’s most treasured subtropical rainforests. On the popular Half-Day Guided Walk, you’ll spend three hours venturing into a lush landscape of waterfalls, towering trees, and peaceful forest trails, all while learning about native plant life and birdsong from passionate guides.

Morning and afternoon departures (9:30 am and 2:30 pm) keep the experience flexible and intimate, with small group sizes ensuring personalised attention. As you walk beneath ancient Kauri canopies and alongside flowing streams, you’ll feel the peaceful energy of the forest and gain a deeper understanding of its cultural and ecological importance.

Group of visitors on a guided walk through Puketi Forest in Northland, New Zealand

Close-up of a mossy kauri tree and native plants during a night walk in Puketi Forest

Close-up of a young silver fern koru unfurling in Puketi Forest, Northland, New Zealand

Sunset casting golden light over the forested hills of Puketi near Bay of Islands

Native bush track surrounded by dense forest vegetation in Puketi Forest, Bay of Islands

View through native forest trees towards distant hills in Puketi Forest, Bay of Islands

Two people walking along a wooden boardwalk through native forest in Northland

Man touching the trunk of a giant kauri tree in Puketi Forest, Northland, New Zealand

Mother and daughter walking hand in hand through lush native bush in Puketi Forest, Northland, New Zealand

Family walking along the boardwalk through ancient kauri trees in Puketi Forest, Northland, New Zealand

Full-Day Adventures Through the Heart of Puketi Rainforest

For those seeking a deeper dive, the Full-Day Guided Nature Walk is a 5–6 hour journey that showcases the best of Puketi’s rich biodiversity. This longer tour includes visits to some of the forest’s most iconic trees—especially the majestic Te Tangi o Te Tui, New Zealand’s fourth-largest Kauri. Along the way, your guide shares stories and insights that connect you to the forest’s past and future.

The full-day experience also includes delicious refreshments: morning tea, a packed lunch, and afternoon treats served in scenic locations along the trail. With a focus on sustainability, education, and connection to nature, Puketi Forest Tours are ideal for eco-conscious travellers, birdwatchers, and anyone eager to walk among living giants.