Trout Fishing in the Eastern Bay of Plenty offers a wide variety of fly or spinning opportunities from the wild-water of Te Urewera National Park, to lake, boat and shore fishing at river mouths, rivers and streams.
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Some nights, kiwi can be heard as they roam the hills, under 10km from Whakatane town centre.
Paradise!
Ohiwa Harbour is a haven for many rare and endangered species of birds. The hills above Whakatane are kiwi sanctuaries. There are many projects to restore and protect local environments. Whales, dolphins and Orca are often seen off the coast of Whakatane.
Movie time!
Opotiki is just 45 minutes’ drive from Whakatane. Check out the town's historic De Luxe Theatre and Shalfoon & Francis stores, which have been restored to their early-20th century grandeur. More: www.opotikinz.com
Strike!
Many fishing world records have been set In these warm Pacific Ocean waters.
No crowds!
The population of Whakatane/Ohope is 17,000. Around 32,000 people live across the wider district.
Whoooom-whoooom!
Some nights, kiwi can be heard as they roam the hills, under 10km from Whakatane town centre.
Paradise!
Ohiwa Harbour is a haven for many rare and endangered species of birds. The hills above Whakatane are kiwi sanctuaries. There are many projects to restore and protect local environments. Whales, dolphins and Orca are often seen off the coast of Whakatane.
Movie time!
Opotiki is just 45 minutes’ drive from Whakatane. Check out the town's historic De Luxe Theatre and Shalfoon & Francis stores, which have been restored to their early-20th century grandeur. More: www.opotikinz.com
Strike!
Many fishing world records have been set In these warm Pacific Ocean waters.
No crowds!
The population of Whakatane/Ohope is 17,000. Around 32,000 people live across the wider district.