Place
The Property
This piece of land has been in the family for 25 years. Loved for the roots Ahipara holds from my father's formative years, and our early childhood - but neglected by distance. The circle has called a few of us back to start regenerating the land. Planting trees, building soil, putting the love back in.
Ahipara
Nestled on a hill overlooking Shipwreck Bay Te Kohanga, in the small settlement of Ahipara, at the base of 90 Mile Beach Te Oneroa a Tohe. Situated in the Far North of New Zealand, is a slice of paradise time forgot. Te Hiku o Te Ika, Aotearoa.
In all directions of Ahipara, lay areas of deep natural and cultural significance.
North, the Te Aupōuri Peninsula. East and west coasts run almost parallel, at times, a short 20 mins drive from each other. Stunning beaches of all colours shapes and lengths, lined by dunes of all sizes, culminate at the most northern point - Te Rerenga Wairua, or Cape Reinga.
East, coastal inlets, and ranges of native bush. Both featuring small creative communities. Explore and begin to touch and understand the source of creation in these magical nooks and crannies.
South, harbour, after harbour, after harbour. The wild west of unexpected, stunning and rare natural landscapes. communities gather around the edges of the Hokianga. Drawn by the moutains, oceans, or maybe the presence of Tane Mahuta - The tallest tree, the god of the forest.
West, Tauroa. You could spend days exploring Tauroa and not touch the surface. Or you could glide above and swirl below the surface of the waters surrounding Tauroa, surfing some of the longest left hand waves in the world. Ride your bikes, or walk as far as your legs can carry… however you experience Tauroa is a gift.
In each Hut you will find four Day Trippin Guides that highlight features in each direction.