Trekker on the island

Explore Moutohorā with Google Street View

Take a virtual tour of Moutohorā, one of NZ's most restricted wildlife sanctuaries and home to endangered species like the saddleback, kākāriki (NZ parakeet), little brown kiwi, and tuatara.

Street View Highlights

Find out more about Moutohorā or view more Google Street View locations:

Port Ohope

Ōhope Wharf

Ōhiwa Harbour, the southern half of Ōhope, offers plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, walks, fishing, kayaking, and more — especially at the Ōhope Wharf.

Trekker walking past Wairaka

Whakatāne River Walk

Bordered by the Whakatāne River on one side and bush-clad cliffs on the other, Whakatāne's commercial centre must have one of the most scenic settings any town could wish for.

Tarawera Falls and Trekker

Tarawera Falls

A short walk through native bush alongside the crystal clear waters of the Tarawera River leads you to the spectacular Tarawera Falls.

Trekker at Tauwhare Pa

Tauwhare Pā

The walk around Tauwhare is an opportunity to learn something of the district’s history and enjoy brilliant views over the harbour to Ohakana Island, Port Ōhope and the East Cape.

Trekker walking on Ohope Beach

Google Street View

Take virtual tours via Google Street View of some of the Whakatāne District's most popular and spectacular destinations.

24 Hours in Whakatāne

24 Hours in Whakatāne

Hitting the road from the hustle and bustle of Tauranga, Sue Hoffart finds a traffic-light-free town whose neighbours include an intriguing island and New Zealand’s best beach.

Centaurus

ProSail

Sail from the Whakatāne Harbour on Centaurus, a spacious, 38-foot cruising catamaran.

Dive Whakatāne Logo

Dive Whakatāne

The Eastern Bay offers fantastic diving for everyone from beginners through to pros, we can cater for snorkelers, recreational and technical divers.

KG Kayaks

KG Kayaks

Kayaking adventures at Whale Island, Ohiwa Harbour and Otarawairere Bay. Guided tours and hires for independent travelers, family groups, businesses and schools.