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Nau mai, Welcome to Whakatāne

Whakatāne is the heart of the Eastern Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. From endless coastlines to ancient forests, we're blessed with breath-taking landscapes, rich culture and plenty of sunshine. The perfect place to unwind, explore nature and connect with locals. We guarantee you'll want to stay a little longer…

Whakatāne is the ultimate summer destination. Come and see why.

Our events calendar celebrates the plentiful sunshine and diverse, spectacular coastlines of the Whakatāne District, which is blessed with an abundance of wild food and artisan food producers.

Native forests, white sand beaches, tasty fish, friendly people. All of New Zealand in one package.

Nga Tapuwae o Toi, or the ‘Footprints of Toi’, is a walking trail that captures the essence of the Whakatāne District.

A selection of the superb activities available during your stay in Whakatāne.

>> See & Do <<

The Eastern Bay of Plenty’s sun-filled golf courses offer crisp, dry greens year-round, coupled with spectacular scenery.

One of the best-kept secrets in Aotearoa. The island is a remnant volcano and is home to a number of rare and endangered plants, birds and reptiles.

We're blessed in the Eastern Bay to have a wide selection of kaimoana / seafood to experience!

The Whakatāne District is blessed with diverse and thriving natural environments - why not give back?

Our top tips when road-tripping from Whakatāne around the East Cape and onto our neighbours at Tairāwhiti Gisborne.

Explore the laid-back Bay of Plenty region known for its stunning coastline, unique wildlife and top kai.

You went, you swam, you voted... the New Zealand readers’ poll to find Aotearoa New Zealand’s Best Beaches for 2024.

>> What's On? <<

Strawberries, Ranui Berries, Raspberries, Boysenberries, Blueberries, Blackberries - we are berry mad in the Eastern Bay, and we've an assortment of berry good places to enjoy them too

The Whakatāne District is gearing up to celebrate its local Olympic heroes with a special parade in honour of Dame Lisa Carrington, Hayden Wilde, and Stacey Waaka.

One of Whakatāne's iconic annual events this is a multi-terrain 18km loop on the beautiful coastal Nga Tapuwae o Toi track, Ōhope beach and native bush trails.

Discover the best kai, right here in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.

Who says you need to go to the big city for the best shopping? We've got you covered here in the Eastern Bay

Maybe it's a pint, maybe a coffee fix or event a fresh fruit smoothie - Discover Our Local spots.

Some of our top picks this Spring season...

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