Trekker Walking through Whirinaki Forest
Trekker Walking through Whirinaki Forest

Whirinaki - Google Street View

Towering trees, rushing rivers, diverse habitats and a fascinating past combine to create the Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park. It's one of the New Zealand's most remarkable and significant forests and a must-see biodiversity hotspot - the dense forest supports high numbers of rare birds.

Explore one of many tracks in the park by walking the Waterfall Loop Track with Google Streetview.

Street View Highlights

Trekker at Tauwhare Pa

Tauwhare Pā

The walk around Tauwhare is an opportunity to learn something of the district’s history and enjoy brilliant views over the harbour to Ohakana Island, Port Ōhope and the East Cape.

Port Ohope

Ōhope Wharf

Ōhiwa Harbour, the southern half of Ōhope, offers plenty of opportunities for sightseeing, walks, fishing, kayaking, and more — especially at the Ōhope Wharf.

Trekker walking on Ohope Beach

Google Street View

Take virtual tours via Google Street View of some of the Whakatāne District's most popular and spectacular destinations.

Tarawera Falls and Trekker

Tarawera Falls

A short walk through native bush alongside the crystal clear waters of the Tarawera River leads you to the spectacular Tarawera Falls.

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