Big Dan Guiding Services

Great fun for the little ones. Trains generally run on Sundays from 10 am - until 3 pm, weather permitting.

Internationally-acclaimed for his fly fishing expertise of 27 years, operates from Murupara.

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

Drop in to all the best spots in the Mōtū and Te Urewera Ranges. Land and camp, or stay in one of the many huts located in the National Parks.

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

Hidden within this complex mural by American street artist Brian Gonnella, Taurahere Tangata, are many stories, references, and important Tīpuna of the Kopeopeo area.

The Mataatua waka first landed at Te Toka Tapu, which is sited opposite Turuturu Roimata (Statue Rock) at the Whakatāne river mouth. 

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.