Ōpōtiki Golf Club

Providing electric rides from eBikes & eScooters - make the most of your time in Whakatane/Ohope by renting a VMAC Ride

A shared-use track that includes an optional overnight stop at a historic hut and amazing views from the top of the Moerangi saddle.

Free heated pools, including a giant spa pool, The whole complex is surrounded by large recreation and play areas, where barbecue and picnic tables are available for families.

Pohaturoa rock is an important landmark to all members of the Whakatāne community

Te Papaka pa is rich in Ngāti Awa history. From the summit, a magnificent panorama landward and seaward avails. Nowadays the site is no longer inhabited but is open to sightseers.  

Painted as part of the Chorus Cabinet Art programme by Shane Walker, you'll find this mural near the Whakatāne riverfront.

Swim some laps in the pool, relax in one of the spas, work out in the gym complex, take the kids paddling in the learners or beach pools, or get your thrills on the hydroslide.

The Mataatua waka first landed at Te Toka Tapu, which is sited opposite Turuturu Roimata (Statue Rock) at the Whakatāne river mouth.