Awakeri Hot Springs

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

Hike the North Island's best walks with a small group, small backpack, great food and wine.

Your four-hour adventure with us includes a marine eco-tour circumnavigating Moutohora (Whale) Island followed by a scenic walk.

Muriwai is a loved and honoured ancestress of the Mataatua tribes whose mana has endured down the centuries.

Te Wairere Falls is a sacred landmark to all of Mataatua. One of the most beautiful and historically significant places in Whakatāne.

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.  

Venture off the beaten path and into the whimsical realm of Maggie's Funtastic Garden near Edgecumbe, where artist and sculptor Maggie Fenton has created two acres of themed gardens that will delight kids.

Great fun for the little ones. Trains generally run on Sundays from 10 am - until 3 pm, weather permitting.