Hikurua / de Surville Cliffs, Coastal cliffs in Far North District, New Zealand.
The 204-meter-high cliffs stand at the northernmost point of New Zealand's mainland, offering views across the Pacific Ocean and Tasman Sea.
French explorer Jean-François-Marie de Surville discovered these cliffs in December 1769 while searching for a safe anchorage for his sick crew.
The dual name Hikurua / de Surville Cliffs represents both the Indigenous Māori heritage and European exploration history of this location.
Visitors need special permits to access the North Cape Scientific Reserve, which includes the cliffs and their surrounding protected areas.
The cliffs contain 1.2 square kilometers of serpentinised peridotite mafic rocks, creating a specific environment for rare plant species.
Location: Far North District
Elevation above the sea: 204 m
GPS coordinates: -34.39543,173.01391
Latest update: March 11, 2025 19:19
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