The Kauri Museum in Matakohe, Northland.
Forest Walkway
Giant Kauri Slab
Gum Room
Reproduction Sawmill
Kauri Forestry
Kauri Museum
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Kauri Museum

Deep in the heart of an ancient forest that's gone, the Kauri Museum celebrates one of the world's greatest trees and honours our relationship with it. We share stories of courage and determination, tragedy and triumph, boundless hope and unfathomable loss; kauri making a nation. Dig deeper here.

From

NZ$25

per Kauri Museum

2 hours 30 mins

Highlights

  • Discover the stories of the kauri.

  • Celebrate one of the worlds greatest trees.

  • Explore stories of gum diggers, farmers and business people.

  • Find out about the families who have made this area their home.

  • Dig deeper here.

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Full Description

We share stories of courage and determination, tragedy and triumph, boundless hope and unfathomable loss; kauri making a nation. Dig deeper here. Since 1962, the Kauri Museum has been gathering, displaying, and sharing with visitors an internationally significant collection of: - humble tools made important in time of mud, grit, smoke, and fire. - Handcrafted objects of rare and exquisite beauty. - Dazzling displays of precious kauri gum, the hardened resin of kauri trees. Enjoy "The Great Indoors" to explore a treasure of "The Great Outdoors". As the largest undercover visitor attraction north of Auckland, the Kauri Museum has 4,500sqm of ex...

Meeting Point

Report to reception upon arrival and present your ticket for admission to the museum. 

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before activity starts.

Terms
No food or drink within the museum. No muddy boots within the museum.

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From

NZ$25

per Kauri Museum

2 hours 30 mins

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5 Church Road, RD 1, Matakohe, New Zealand, 0593
Kauri Museum

Kauri Museum

Deep in the heart of an ancient forest that's gone, the Kauri Museum celebrates one of the world's greatest trees and ho...Show More
Adult: $25
(16 - 64 years)
Child: $8
(5 - 15 years)
Infants Free
Senior: $21
(64 - 120 years)
Family: $55
Student: $21
(17 - 30 years)
Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
One Kauri Museum

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the museum wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the museum is wheelchair accessible.

Is there a cafe or food service available on-site?

Yes, the on‑site Gumdigger’s Cafe is open daily from 10 AM to 3 PM, located directly opposite the museum.

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