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Wairaka Park

Wairaka Centennial Park

Wairaka Centennial Park, sits alongside the Whakatāne River at The Heads. The park is a fantastic, family-friendly recreation destination which includes:

  • A zero-depth water play area
  • A fun playground
  • A swimming/diving/jumping area for older children
  • Barbecues, picnic tables, and shade structures

Contact Details

Muriwai Drive
Whakatāne
New Zealand

Free

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Eco-Tours And Kiwi Bird Experiences. Let our kaiārahi (local guide) transport you through the Ōmataroa forest lands, and guide you on a journey of manaakitanga (care) and kaitiakitanga (guardianship) of the kiwi.

The western end of Ōhope Beach - commonly just called West End - is the most popular part of the beach.

This 18-hole rural golf course sits alongside the Rangitaiki River and provides a very welcoming relaxed atmosphere for every golfer that pops in for a round.

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

The spectaular Tarawera Falls is a 35-metre high waterfall on the Tarawera River that flows out of Lake Tarawera and across a lava flow

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

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