Tourist information on Mount Hikurangi New Zealand. Mount Hikurangi NZ is the highest non-volcanic peak in the North Island of New Zealand, and the first point on mainland New Zealand to see the sunrise each day. Mt Hikurangi is a part of the Ruakumara Range. The walk to the summit offers pristine views,and a hut is available for accommodation.

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Mount Hikurangi - First to Greet Each New Day

Image Source: Tourism New Zealand. Sunrise Mt Hikurangi, Eastland, New Zealand
Sunrise Mt Hikurangi
Eastland
Photographer: Tourism Eastland Inc
(www.gisbornenz.com)

Mount Hikurangi is a non-volcanic peak located in the northeastern corner of the North Island of New Zealand, southwest of East Cape.

Mount Hikurangi stands 1,752 metres high and is the first point on mainland New Zealand to see the sunrise each day.

Mt Hikurangi is a very spiritual mountain for the local Maori people.

Climbing treks are by permission only from The Ngati Porou Visitor Centre. There is an excellent alpine hut on the higher reaches of the mountain allowing early morning climbers to see the sunrise.

Mt Hikurangi Activities

The Te Ara ki Hikurangi is a seven-hour tramping track that crosses private land. Visitors are requested to make contact with the Ngati Porou Visitors Centre before embarking on the track.

The Visitors Centre offers 4x4 tours to the Maui Whakairo, as well as a summit guide and an overnight guide.

Ngati Porou Visitors Centre: 144 Waiomatatini Road, Ruatoria, Phone +64 6 864 8660.

There is a hut available for public use on the track, administered by Te Runanga o Ngati Porou.

You must carry your own cooker and water. Camping is not permitted.

Mt Hikurangi Conservation

Mt Hikurangi is administered by the Ngati Porou.

  • Do not take dogs or other animals into the reserve
  • Do not light fires
  • Take your rubbish away with you
  • Do not remove or disturb any artifacts or other historic remains
  • Camping is prohibited
  • The walkway crosses private farmland; leave gates as you find them

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