Mother and son at the beach

Your Summer Holiday

The Whakatāne district is summer like you remember. Smiling faces, warm sunshine, sand between your toes and memories you won't forget.

  • Te Whaiti-nui-a-toi Canyon - Whirinaki, BareKiwi
  • Tois Challenge
  • The Comm.
  • Child standing next to Kiwi statue with Moutohora in background
  • #DiscoverOurLocal - Otarawairere
  • #DiscoverOurLocal - Mataatua Marae
  • Show and Shine
  • Manawa Honey - Horse Trekking - Bare Kiwi
  • Kohutapu Lodge - Bare Kiwi
  • Manawa Honey
  • Kids eating berries at the berry farm
  • Cycling along the Whakatane River
  • Cascade Charters
  • Moutohorā Island

On the water

We have incredible fishing, a world renowned surf beach, whitewater thrills and so much more to offer...

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.

Strike_Autumn_Ohope

Ōhope Beach

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

Friends going out for a SUP

SUP & Kite Surfing

There aren’t many places in Aotearoa with the option of the ocean on one side of the road and the harbour on the other...

Barekiwi - Riverbug

Riverbug Adventures

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

Nature's best

We have over 50 kilometers of coastline, we are the official Kiwi Capital of the World (TM) and when you explore some of our forests, it's like you've stepped back in time.

Tarawera Falls

Tarawera Falls

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

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.

Te Whaiti Nui A Toi Canyon

Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne

One of New Zealand's most remarkable and significant forests and a must-see biodiversity hotspot.

Look out point.

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.

Fancy a feed?

One of the reasons it's called the Bay of Plenty, is all the quality food right on our doorstep. Pick your own berries, Ohiwa Oysters, amazing fishing; and not forgetting an assortment of dining options. 

Cigol

Cigol

Cigol Korean Restaurant offers a modern fusion menu which invokes the flavours of Korean based cuisine with a Pacific twist.

Kids eating berries at the berry farm

Julians Berry Farm and Cafe

Experience one of New Zealand's treasures. Taste our field-ripened berries. Try our famous Julian's berry ice creams, real espresso coffee, and delicious cafe offerings.

Moxi Cafe Ohope

Moxi Cafe

Moxi in Ōhope, offering fresh, vibrant and tasty food options.

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.

Smokin' Goose Sunset

The Smokin' Goose

The Smokin' Goose is an American Barbecue style restaurant and beer Garden in Awakeri, just out of Whakatāne

The Comm

The Comm

The Comm. is the home of Good George Brewing in Whakatane. We bring great Beer, Cider, awesome food and great times to the Sunshine Capital of New Zealand.

>> More cafes, restaurants and bars <<

Shop Local

You'll just love the shops in Whakatāne and Ōhope - boutique sopping from passionate owner operators who love what they do and what they sell

Pear shop interior

Pear

A beautiful range of ever-changing pieces and gifts to help create the home you've always dreamed of.

Presentables Whakatāne

Presentables

A range of exquisite gifts that are sure to please, such as dinnerware, living room décor, glassware, candles, blankets, baby gifts, toiletries, handbags, jewellery, wall art, and much more.

DiSTiNCT

DiSTiNCT

DiSTiNCT is an eclectic boutique in Ōhope. We offer a wide selection of high quality homeware, clothing, fashion accessories, and general gifts. 

Tui Aotearoa Shop

Tui Aotearoa

A new take on Kiwiana, New Zealand made and themed gifts. For the ultimate local sweet-treat, their fudge cabinet is a must-do.

Good Life

The Good Life

Specialising in kitchenware, condiments, homeware, home and body aromatics, babywear, toys, and other knickknacks.

him.her storefront

him.her

New to the Strand. Federation. SABEN. Augustine. ONETEASPOON. New Balance. Age Eyewear. Crate. Stolen Girlfriends Club. five each.

>> More shopping inspiration <<

What to do?

If it all seems like too much to choose between don't worry, we've got you covered with some itinerary inspiration

Bare Kiwi - Te Urewera

BareKiwi takes the Road Less Travelled

We invited Kiwi adventurer BareKiwi to the Whakatāne district, asked him to bring his camera, introduced him some of the locals, and these are the epic results.  

Te Urewera - Drone - BareKiwi

Itinerary Inspiration

Enjoy the hidden gems, people, and places of the Eastern Bay of Plenty with our uniquely designed itineraries and enjoy the 'road less travelled'.

View of Ōhope Beach

The best of the region's bush and beach escapes

The Whakatāne area has sun, sand, surf and soul, writes Tim Roxborogh

Wairaka Playground and River Walkway

Top things to do for kids

With our safe swimming beaches, sunny climate and abundance of nature on our doorstep, the Whakatāne District makes a great holiday getaway with the family.

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