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7 Things to Pack for your Te Urunga-Tu Sunrise Experience

Watching the world awaken at dawn from a spot high on Maunga Hikurangi, surrounded by nine enormous…

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First Sunrise in the World

First Sunrise in the World The first place in the world to see the sun is the beautiful Tairawhiti…

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Explore the East Cape of New Zealand

Explore the East Cape of New Zealand The East Cape is a gem of a destination. Remote, isolated,…

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Maori Myths: How Maui Slowed the Sun

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About Maunga Hikurangi – Ngati Porou’s crown jewel

About Maunga Hikurangi – Ngati Porou’s Crown Jewel Maunga Hikurangi stands proud as the…

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Top things to do on the East Cape

Top things to do on the East Cape The East Cape is a special place in New Zealand – wild, remote…

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The seed planting that all visitors get to take ...

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The seed planting that all visitors get to take part in on one of our tours is for the purpose of native plant re-generation on Maunga Hikurangi. Local, native trees in Raukumara Forest Park include rata, rimu, tawa, totara, kahikatea and beech. 🍒🌲 Be part of the eco-project by joining one of our tours, and experience the incredible views - perfect for a photo opportunity! Discover more on the ‘Experiences’ page of our website. 📷: @belinda.macdonald #nzwinter #tairawhitigisborne #maungahikurangi #mthikurangi #firstlight #gisborne #sunrise #aotearoa #kahikateaberries

Winter is upon us, yet the sun still rises each ...

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Winter is upon us, yet the sun still rises each morning over Maunga Hikurangi. Join us for a day of culture on our Haramai Day Tour Experience! Stand with nine huge, carved sculptures as you listen to stories of our local history. Find out more on our website under ‘Experiences’. #nzwinter #tairawhitigisborne #maungahikurangi #mthikurangi #firstlight #gisborne #sunrise #aotearoa #suncarvings

A great shot of the first glimpse of sunlight from...

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A great shot of the first glimpse of sunlight from up here on Maunga Hikurangi! @lisaexplorerku started her hike up the maunga at 3:45am to make the most of her trip! 😲 It looks like it was well worth it to get this picture of the sun casting its golden rays 🌞✨ 📷: @lisaexplorerku #nzwinter #tairawhitigisborne #maungahikurangi #mthikurangi #firstlight #gisborne #sunrise #aotearoa

Matariki, the Māori New Year, te Tau Hou Māori, ...

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Matariki, the Māori New Year, te Tau Hou Māori, was on June 24th. This is best the time to celebrate the past year with family and friends, and to look forward to the future. How did you celebrate over the weekend? Maunga Hikurangi is the first place in the world to see the start of the new year. ✨🙌 📷: @matarikifestivalakl #nzwinter #tairawhitigisborne #maungahikurangi #mthikurangi #firstlight #gisborne #sunrise #aotearoa #matariki

We are getting into the peak of winter now! But ...

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We are getting into the peak of winter now! But misty Maunga Hikurangi will still provide a spectacular sunrise on those clear mornings. If you’re planning to view the first light from the top of our maunga, be sure to wear lots of layers, appropriate footwear and a headtorch. The brisk air will surely wake you up ⛰🌞🧤 Check out our latest blog on our website to see what else you might want to bring. 📷: @mattcrawfordphoto #nzwinter #tairawhitigisborne #maungahikurangi #mthikurangi #firstlight #gisborne #sunrise #aotearoa

The winter school holidays are quickly ...

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The winter school holidays are quickly approaching. Looking for something a little bit different to do with the kids? Bundle up and try a day trip with us to the top of Maunga Hikurangi. Less of a commitment for the kids in your group than our sunrise tour, the Haramai Day Tour Experience takes about 4 hours, includes a light lunch featuring local produce and an exhilarating 4WD adventure! 🏔😎 #maungahikurangi #haramaidaytour #tairawhitigisborne #firstlight #gisborne #sunrise #aotearoa

We pride ourselves on being the first to see the ...

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We pride ourselves on being the first to see the sun’s light each day. But our region is home to a number of famous lookouts to watch the sun rise and set from, like the iconic East Cape lighthouse. About 20kms from Te Araroa, enjoy a scenic drive there followed by a 20 minute walk up to the lighthouse itself. It might not be as tall as Maunga Hikurangi, but it’s a slice of history and makes for a great Instagram shot while you’re here! ♥ 📷: @tairawhitigisbornenz #beachraces #carpediem #adventure ##tairawhitigisborne #maungahikurangi #firstlight #gisborne #sunrise #aotearoa

Everyone who does our Te Urunga-Tu Sunrise tour ...

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Everyone who does our Te Urunga-Tu Sunrise tour has a unique experience. Greeting the sun’s first rays and planting a native seedling is truly memorable. If you’ve made it to the top of our maunga, what was your highlight? #tairawhitigisborne #maungahikurangi #firstlight #gisborne #sunrise #aotearoa

Aside from the beautiful views and landscape, our ...

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Aside from the beautiful views and landscape, our tours also offer a taste of local cuisine and produce. This nourishing lunch prepared by Hati Nati café of kumara salad, kangawaru (a sweetbread made from kumara, corn grit and flour), fruit and juice is a welcome bite after pushing to the top of our maunga! Well done, and hello world! 🥪🌱 #tairawhitigisborne #maungahikurangi #firstlight #gisborne #sunrise #aotearoa

No one can deny the comfort and warmth of a ...

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No one can deny the comfort and warmth of a classic Kiwi pie. But what about a paua pie? This unique spin on a cultural fave is what roadside hot spot, Café 35 in Tokomaru Bay,has become known for. So stop in and step up your pie game today! 🥧☕ 📸: @cafe35toko #cafe35 #tokomarubay #tairawhitigisborne #maungahikurangi #firstlight #ruatoria #gisborne #sunrise #aotearoa

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