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? 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

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Ngā Tapuwae o Toi Trail

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

Moutohorā Island

Moutohorā Eco Sanctuary

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.

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Motu Trails Cycleway

The Motu Trails is one of 22 great rides under Ngā Haerenga, The New Zealand Cycle Trail. The trail stretches between Ōpōtiki in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, and Matawai, on the way to Gisborne.

📍 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

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Mōtū and Rangitāiki Jet Boat Tours

Experience 1.5 hours of awesome jet boating and view the majestic scenery on the Mōtū River or Rangitāiki River.

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Bay of Plenty Helicopters

We are a family owned and operated local business with a passion for flying and making sure our clients have the best possible experience within their flights.

Fisherman's Wharf outdoor dining at sunset

Fisherman's Wharf

Look forward to stellar harbour views from the spacious deck of this relaxed, beachy restaurant.

📍 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

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Diveworks - Whale Island Guided Tours

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

Whirinaki Forest Footsteps

Whirinaki Forest Footsteps

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. 

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Takutai Adventure - eBikes, eScooter and SUP Board Hire

Providing eBikes, eScooters and SUP Boards for hire - make the most of your time in Ōhope.

📍 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

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Maggie's Funtastic Garden

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.

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Mata Brewery & Tap Room

Whakatāne's friendly little brewery have been brewing their multi award winning craft beers and cider since 2005.

View of Wainui Seaside

Wainui Seaside Glamping

Wainui Seaside Glamping is located just 10 minutes from Ōhope Beach and 20 minutes from Whakatane - on the shores of the beautiful Ohiwa Harbour.

📍 Shuck an oyster with Tio Ōhiwa Oysters
📍 Experience the thrill of riverbugging down the Rangitāiki River with Riverbug
📍 Take a walk at the spectacular Onekawa Te Mawhai Regional Park

Ohiwa Oyster Farm Lunch

Tio Ōhiwa Oyster Farm

Tio Ōhiwa Oyster Farm has been producing oysters since 1968. 

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Riverbug Adventures

 The kiwi invented riverbug is the most fun and unique way to explore our taonga wai (water treasures).

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Whakatāne Town

Whakatāne has a busy shopping precinct with a vast range of delectable cafes and restaurants, boutique fashion and homeware stores, bookshops, several sporting and recreation outlets and more.

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Ōhope Beach

Abundant sunshine, warm waters and safe swimming make Ōhope Beach the perfect holiday destination.