Waipoua forest stands out from other forests in New Zealand due to its towering kauri trees, which have been growing for over 2,000 years. With a total area of 1.2 million hectares, the forest has the oldest kauris in New Zealand, with one of them, Te Matua Ngahere, estimated to be between 2,500 and 3,000 years old. Considered a sacred site by the Maori people, Waipoua forest offers visitors intriguing insights into the cultural and spiritual significance of the forest. Show more