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Things to see in Tikitiki (New Zealand): 12 places and when to go
Tikitiki is a town in New Zealand, and this site lists 12 places in and around it, mainly Nature (9), Mountains (8), Temples (2). The best known are Kakerangi, Kurutau and Ngātohuahira. The best time to come is October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 24. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- New Zealand · -37.7961, 178.4095
- Places
- 12 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- October to April.
- Also possible
- May to September.
- Nearest airport
- AKL Auckland, 332 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Whakaangiangi, at 539 m.
What to see in Tikitiki
The places in and around Tikitiki, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- KakerangiHill in New Zealand9.5 km
- KurutauHill in New Zealand4.9 km
- NgātohuahiraHill in New Zealand9.9 km
- St Mary's Church, TikitikiChurch building in Tikitiki, New Zealand4 m
- TaumataomiroHill in New Zealand9.4 km
- Te Wharau BeachBeach in New Zealand5.0 km
- Waikori BluffCliff in New Zealand13 km
- WhakaangiangiHill in New Zealand14 km
- WhakatikiHill in New Zealand14 km
- WhakaumuHill near Tikapa, Gisborne District, New Zealand3.7 km
- WhārikiraupongaHill in New Zealand7.9 km
- St Stephens Church Te AraroaChurch building in Te Araroa, New Zealand18 km
When to go to Tikitiki
The best time to visit Tikitiki is October to April; also possible: May to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time14:21
- FebBest time13:24
- MarBest time12:18
- AprBest time11:01
- MayPossible9:58
- JunPossible9:24
- JulPossible9:38
- AugPossible10:32
- SepPossible11:46
- OctBest time13:00
- NovBest time14:05
- DecBest time14:36
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 24. In January, 12 of the 12 places are at their best.
When to go to New Zealand in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Tikitiki
The nearest main airport is Auckland International Airport (AKL, Auckland), 332 km as the crow flies. How to get around New Zealand (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Te Karaka8 places89 km
- Ōpōtiki7 places101 km
- Gisborne, New Zealand39 places102 km
- Whakatāne25 places127 km
- Wairoa11 places163 km
- Maketu6 places172 km
And all of New Zealand, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Tikitiki?
The best known: Kakerangi, Kurutau, Ngātohuahira, St Mary's Church, Tikitiki, Taumataomiro. In all, 12 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Tikitiki?
October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 24.
How do you get to Tikitiki?
The nearest main airport is Auckland International Airport (AKL), 332 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Tikitiki as the destination and these 12 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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