The Duke’s Nose provides breathtaking views of the Whangaroa Harbour. Photo: Matthew Cattin

Kairara Rock (Dukes Nose), Northland

March 2019

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Northland’s nerve wracking nose

One of the north’s best kept secrets, Duke’s Nose offers royal views of Whangaroa Harbour for the price of a 5-6 hour return slog. Reached only by a near vertical climb, it’s not for the faint-hearted, but the views are undeniable. Beginning as a 4WD track, the first half hour is a viewless toil up […]
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