Pukenui Forest

Whangarei

Popular places to visit

Whangarei featuring a bay or harbor, a marina and sailing

Town Basin Marina

Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.

Town Basin Marina
Whangarei Quarry Gardens featuring a park

Whangarei Quarry Gardens

Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.

Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Claphams National Clock Museum

Claphams National Clock Museum

Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.

Claphams National Clock Museum
Botanica & Cafler Park which includes interior views and a park

Botanica & Cafler Park

See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.

Botanica & Cafler Park
Whangarei showing heritage architecture, a park and a house

Reyburn House

Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.

Reyburn House

Whangarei Art Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum in Whangarei. Wander the marina and beaches in the area.

Whangarei Art Museum

Things to do

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre Full day access

Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.

P845
per adult
Whangārei: Hundertwasser Art Centre: Admission for one day.
Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei

Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei

P7,603
per traveler
Motorcycle Trike Tours in and around Whangarei
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Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours

P13,347
per adult
Your Kiwi Cultural Connection with Tu Tika Tours
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Top hotels in Pukenui Forest

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
3 out of 5
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei
The price is P7,117 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P7,117
P8,185 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (538 reviews)
"Great venue"

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
Kingswood Manor Motel
Kingswood Manor Motel
3.5 out of 5
260 Kamo Road, Whangarei, Northland
The price is P4,467 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
P4,467
P5,137 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls ...
8/10 Very Good! (490 reviews)
"Quiet"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Kingswood Manor Motel
Continental Motel
Continental Motel
3.5 out of 5
67 Kamo Road, Kensington, Whangarei
The price is P5,137 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
P5,137
P5,907 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Mair Park are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (311 reviews)
"A good position and easy access."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2025

Continental Motel
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
4 out of 5
1 Marina Drive, Rd3, Tutukaka
The price is P5,441 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
P5,441
P6,257 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Tutukaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (525 reviews)
"Room size was great anf perfect for a family. Staff at the restaurant were amazing and went above and beyond. Fantastic job!"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

Quality Hotel Oceans Tutukaka
Motel Six
Motel Six
3 out of 5
153 Bank Street, Whangarei
The price is P3,961 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P3,961
P4,555 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Claphams Clock Museum and Old Library Arts ...
8/10 Very Good! (284 reviews)
"Easy to locate and close to town."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025

Motel Six
Bella Vista Motel Whangarei
Bella Vista Motel Whangarei
4.5 out of 5
322 Western Hills Drive, Whangarei
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Whangarei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
"The room was was pristine; clean and tidy. Very happy with our stay."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Pukenui Forest

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Maunu

If you're spending some time in Maunu, Kiwi North: Museum and Native Bird Recovery Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Maunu
Whangarei Quarry Gardens showing a garden

Kensington

While Kensington isn't home to many top sights, Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Quarry Arts Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kensington
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Morningside

When in Morningside, you can plan a visit to Whangarei Art Museum and Town Basin Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Morningside
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Raumanga

While there might not be top attractions in Raumanga, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Northland Event Centre and Botanica & Cafler Park.

Raumanga
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Regent

While Regent isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Regent
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Riverside

While Riverside isn't home to many top sights, Town Basin Marina and Claphams National Clock Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Riverside

Pukenui Forest