Views from walkway

Outdoor Adventure

The Whakatāne District is an outdoor adventurer's playground, complete with abundant hiking, hunting and fishing opportunities, spectacular cycling and mountain-biking tracks, world-class golf courses and amazing trips to an island wildlife sanctuary. 

Cyclists on harbourside trail

Biking

Discover our area by bike - there are so many possibilities, for hearty mountain bikers right through to those of you who just want to experience the blissful freedom of pedalling along the river edge with the breeze on your face. 

Couple looking out at coastal view

Walkways and Hiking

The Whakatāne District is renowned for its superb walking and tramping tracks. We have both coastal tracks with incredible ocean vistas and awe-inspiring walkways through ancient native forests.

Hunters taking a break

Hunting

Vast, rugged and bountiful - the Eastern Bay is home to the abundant Mōtū, Whirinaki te Pua a Tāne and Te Urewera hunting grounds.

View from lookout over Whakatane town

Lookouts

There are plenty of spectacular views to enjoy at lookout points around Whakatāne. Park yourself up, sit back, relax and absorb the panoramic views laid out before you.

Kayaking Moutohora

Guided Tours

We have a great range of adventure and sightseeing tour options available, including guided wilderness adventures on rivers and in our native forests, fishing trips, and more.

Fishing near White Island/Whakaari

Charter Fishing

All of our experienced local charter boat operators have a sustainable fishing policy and will help make your fishing experience truly memorable.