Kāpū-te-rangi (Pā of Toi)

Kāpū-te-rangi pā above Whakatāne was the home of Toitehuatahi, recognised as the principal ancestor of Ngāti Awa.

Kāpū-te-rangi or the Pā of Toi is of major historical significance and is part of the Kōhī Point Scenic Reserve.

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

Contact Details

Kōhī Point Lookout Road
Off Ōtarawairere Road
Whakatāne
New Zealand

More things to do

Te Papaka

Te Papaka pa is rich in Ngāti Awa history. From the summit, a magnificent panorama landward and seaward avails. Nowadays the site is no longer inhabited but is open to sightseers.

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Muriwai's Cave

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

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