David Poole Art Studio

This mural is a collaboration with Ushy Ushy from the Cook Islands and is about the migration of the waka from the Cook Islands to the Bay of Plenty, and keeping the connection alive between all of us. 

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. 

The gardens comprise rose gardens, a formal entrance, scented garden and areas for bulbs, shrubs and perennials. 

Otuawhaki has great importance for Ngāti Awa as a fishing ground and place of learning.

eBikes, eScooters, SUP (Stand-up paddleboards) and yummy coffee are on the menu at Wharfside Ōhope.

55-foot sport fishing vessel offering overnight and extended fishing, diving and sightseeing charters to White Island, Ranfurly Banks and Three Kings Islands

Te Kura Whare is New Zealand’s first living building. It embodies Tūhoe and Tūhoetana values of respect for nature and whenua, inspired by the unity of people.

Explore the internationally-acclaimed Whirinaki rainforest with the pioneers of eco-tourism in this region.