Whakatane

Whakatane is an attractive coastal town and natural harbour Located 90 kilometres from Tauranga and situated on the banks of the Whakatane River. It has a vibrant shopping and commercial area, whic...More

Whakatane is an attractive coastal town and natural harbour Located 90 kilometres from Tauranga and situated on the banks of the Whakatane River. It has a vibrant shopping and commercial area, which includes a diverse range of shops, cafes and restaurants. Whakatane has many tourist activities including dolphin trips, golf, wineries and wildlife reserves.  One of the top walks or hiking tracks around Whakatane is the Nga Tapuwae O Toi bush track, which includes pa sites of major historic significance, native forest, pohutukawa stands, coastal views, seabird colonies, forest birds in abundance, plantation forest and rural vistas. Just six kilometres over the hill from Whakatane is Ohope Beach, a stunning natural beach, with 11 kilometres of golden sand and safe swimming waters. Attractions include three dedicated mountain bike parks several scenic bike trails. The Awakeri Hot Springs, golf, horse trekking, Wairere Falls and one of New Zealand’s most significant Maori meeting houses, Mataatua Wharenui.