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Kaputerangi (Toi's Pā)

Kaputerangi pā above Whakatāne was the home of Toitehuatahi, recognised as the principal ancestor of Ngāti Awa.

Kaputerangi or Toi's Pā is of major historical significance and is part of the Kohi Point Scenic Reserve.

From this point, you can look out over  Mt Tarawera, Putauaki, Moutohora and Whakaari/White Island. 

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  • View of Moutohora from Kapu Te Rangi (Toi's Pa)
  • View of Putauaki and Tarawera
  • Moutohora
  • View of Whakaari

Contact Details

Kohi Point Lookout Road
Off Otarawairere Road
Whakatāne
New Zealand

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