Pukenui Forest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Pukenui Forest
Popular places to visit
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.
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.
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.
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.
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.
Whangarei Art Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Whangarei Art Museum during your trip to Whangarei. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Activities
Waitangi Treaty Ground Day Trip Private Transport From Auckland
Our pick of the best Pukenui Forest Hotel Deals
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
"Beds were very comfortable, the lighting was all on one switch, so couldn’t have lower dimmed lights on in the evening. The shower was very small. Room entry doors were very noisy as guests came & went, maybe they should all be fitted with an automatic door closure."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Continental Motel
"Handy, simple friendly"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Quest Whangarei
"Arrived on a Saturday evening. Nobody at reception. Noise in the hallway throughout the night."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Kingswood Manor Motel
"I booked disabled unit and it was perfect for my requirements. The shower didn’t drain properly but staff fixed problem straight away and replaced towels which we had used to dry floor around shower base. A very nice warm and well appointed unit."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Discovery Settlers Hotel
"Yes"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Aaron Court Motel
"Stayed 2 nights. Owners helpful and responded quick to email. Good location, would stay again"
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pukenui Forest
Avenues
While visiting Avenues, you might make a stop by sights like Botanica & Cafler Park and Quarry Arts Centre.
Kensington
Kensington might not have many top sights, but Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Quarry Arts Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kamo
While Kamo isn't home to many top sights, Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Kiwi North: Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Raumanga
When in Raumanga, you can plan a visit to Kiwi North: Museum and Northland Event Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Whau Valley
Though Whau Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Whangarei Quarry Gardens and Whangarei Falls.
Regent
Though Regent may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Town Basin Marina and Whangarei Art Museum.
