
100% Pure Play in Whakatāne
To celebrate the release of A Minecraft Movie, Aotearoa New Zealand has partnered with Warner Bros’ and Mojang Studios to create a world-first destination DLC (downloadable content) for Minecraft.
But why simply play digitally when you can come play for real in New Zealand? Our playground is ready and waiting!
Press play in Whakatāne
📍 Play in history: Take a walk and explore the cultural trail Ngā Tapuwae o Toi
📍 Play with wildlife: Visit Moutohorā Eco Sanctuary by foot or kayak, with a guided tour
📍 Play in nature: Explore the Motu Trails Cycleway by bike
📍 Experience the thrill of jetboating with Rangitāiki River Jet Boat
📍 Helicopter over the picturesque Whakatāne township with Bay of Plenty Helicopters
📍 Enjoy a glass of rose at one of our award winning eateries Fisherman's Wharf
📍 Head out with Diveworks and take a guided walk of Moutohorā / Whale Island where you can check out the amazing rock formations
📍 Experience The Whirinaki Rainforest - a majestic, ancient and spiritual realm. Join us for a guided walking journey into the heart of this vast, Jurassic, podocarp rain forest, with The Whirinaki Forest Footprints tour
📍 Stand-Up-Paddleboard at the picturesque Port Ōhope with the crew from Takutai Adventures
📍 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
📍 Stop for a bite to eat at the delicious Mata Brewery and Taproom
📍 Stay the night at Wainui Seaside Glamping and take a bath under the stars