What is the waka of Ngati Porou?
What is the waka of Ngati Porou?
Nukutaimemeha
We of Ngati Porou claim that when Maui fished up the North Island, his waka “Nukutaimemeha” was cradled on the top of our ancestral mountain –Hikurangi, where it still rests today in te roto o Hine Takawhiti.
What is special about Mount Hikurangi?
The highest peak in the rugged Raukumara Range, and the highest non-volcanic mountain in the North Island, Maunga Hikurangi (1,754 metres) is recognised as the first point on the New Zealand mainland to greet the morning sun. The mountain is sacred to the local Ngāti Porou people.
How long does it take to climb Mount Hikurangi?
9-12 hours
Hikurangi, Mt
| Recommended Route | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 9-12 hours or 2 days if staying overnight (return) |
| Distance | 8.0 km (5 mi) |
| Start/End Points | Pakihiroa Station (off Tapuaeroa Road) |
| Difficulty | Hard |
How high is Mount Hikurangi?
5,748′
Hikurangi/Elevation
What does Hikurangi mean in English?
Hikurangi is the sacred mountain of Ngāti Porou, and was said to be the first piece of land to emerge when Māui fished up the North Island.
How Hikurangi got its name?
Hikurangi, this is from the Ngāti Porou haka, Rūaumoko, named after the earthquake god. Whakaeteete mai ko Hikurangi (Thrusting upward, is Hikurangi). From the haka, Whakarongo ake ki te hīrea waha o Māui (Hearken to the faint call of the voice of Māui), celebrating the mythological rise of the mountain from the ocean.
Where is the Hikurangi trench?
North Island of New Zealand
The Hikurangi Trench, also called the Hikurangi Trough, is an oceanic trench in the bed of the Pacific Ocean off the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand, lying between the southern end of the Cook Strait and the Chatham Rise.
Where in New Zealand is Hikurangi?
Northland
Hikurangi is a settlement in Northland, New Zealand. The city of Whangarei is 17 km (11 miles) to the south, and Kawakawa is 39 km (24 miles) northwest. The Glenbervie Forest is southeast of the settlement….
| Hikurangi | |
|---|---|
| • Total | 1,750 |
What is the longest canoe in New Zealand?
Ngā Toki
Ngā Toki can carry 80 paddlers and 55 other passengers. It is the largest canoe in New Zealand, measuring 35.7 metres (123 ft) long and up to 2 metres (6.56 ft) wide.
How many people are in a waka?
These were up to 30 metres long, and some could hold 100 people. They were beautifully carved at front and back. Warriors used them to go to battle, and the vessels were considered to be sacred.
Is Mount Hikurangi open to the public?
Public access to Mount Hikurangi is closed from 12 noon on 31 December to 12 noon on 1 January each year for the Hikurangi Maunga Dawn Event. The track from carpark to the hut will be closed every October for lambing. Map currently unavailable. Walk across Pakihiroa station to Hikurangi summit.
How to get from Gisborne to Mount Hikurangi?
However, you can drive north from Gisborne by private, rental cars or opt for 4×4 tours by an accredited local tour guide and through the Runanganui o Ngati Poro and enjoy the scenic view of the vast Pacific Ocean. You can also opt to experience Mount Hikurangi by taking a helicopter and have a breathtaking tour towards the mountain.
What is the weather like on Mt Hikurangi?
Mt Hikurangi is an alpine environment (1752 m). The weather is unpredictable and can change rapidly. Expect rain, fog, cloud, strong winds, snow and extreme cold at any time of the year. Be prepared to turn back if weather conditions deteriorate.
