Big Dan Guiding Services

Everyone welcome, from first-time anglers to experienced fishermen. Because a day fishing is never a day wasted!

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

Muriwai is a loved and honoured ancestress of the Mataatua tribes whose mana has endured down the centuries.

Pohaturoa rock is an important landmark to all members of the Whakatāne community

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The Eastern Bay offers fantastic diving for everyone from beginners through to pros, we can cater for snorkelers, recreational and technical divers.

A friendly welcome is guaranteed when you play this lovely but testing par 70 course. 

A shared-use track that includes an optional overnight stop at a historic hut and amazing views from the top of the Moerangi saddle.