Experience the beauty of the great outdoors in the Whakatane District with knowledgeable guides who will take you to the spectacular unspoilt settings that New Zealand is famous for. Trips can include tramps, horse treks and camping in Te Urewera National Park and Whirinaki Forest Park or shorter walks through coastal reserves.
Moutohora (Whale) Island, Whakatane’s closest ocean landmark is a wildlife sanctuary administered by the Department of Conservation (DOC). Landing tours are only run through the current DOC concessionaire. 2 - 4 hour Eco Marine Tours may include a landing at Sulphur Bay or snorkelling.
Pure paddling pleasure at Ohiwa Harbour or outstanding offshore kayaking at Whale Island (includes water taxi). Check us out for guided tours, kayak hire, team activities, educational groups, moonlight kayaking or family fun on the water. Please call to book. Accommodation also available!
An exhilarating two-hour excursion to experience the best inshore sights of the Bay! Enjoy the wind in your hair as you skim across the sparkling ocean then gently nose into the bays of Whale Island, Otarawairere and along the Ohope coastline, spending time with any marine life we encounter.
We are dedicated to showing you an excellent day on the river. Challenge the rapids, swim in calm pools and surf our favourite play spots. We cater to both the novice and experienced rafter. Choose from the Rangitaiki River (grade 3-4) or the Wairoa River (grade 4-5).
Majestic ignibrite cliffs of the Matahina Dam, a scenic sweeping gorge and exciting white water rapids of the Rangitaiki River. This 1hour jet boat tour to the Aniwhenua Falls you will never forget. Experience REAL jet boating with Bill Roberts - four times NZ and former World Jet Boat Champion.
White water rafting and unforgettable river adventures. Regular guided rafting on five rivers; Wairoa, Rangitaiki, Kaituna, Motu and Mohaka. Unique range of experiences from wild white water rafting to leisurely scenic floats, from 1 hour to 4 days. Our experienced guides take safety seriously.
5 km daily kayak trips down the scenic Waioeka River. Very safe for first timers & families. Times flexible. All gear provided. Swimming hole & BBQ area. A great break from the beach. 45 minutes from Whakatane. 16 km out of Opotiki on SH 2 heading to Gisborne. Bookings required.
3 days of spectacular scenery. Experience great walks through native forests, waterfalls, lakes and Mt Tarawera in the Lake Okataina/Tarawera area. Take in stunning coastal views of Whale & White Island on walks in the Whakatane/Ohope area. Meals, transport and accommodation included.
Guided 1 to 4 day treks in the magnificent Te Urewera National Park and Whirinaki Forest Park with experienced, local Maori guides. Enjoy learning about the area's flora, fauna and history, and the special association Maori have with this remote wilderness region. Pick-up Murupara or Rotorua. Starting October 2006.
Comfortable, family accommodation in self contained motel or backpackers. Meals available. Horse treks, guided hunting and fishing. We can cater for up to 16 people - ideal walking groups. Trampers shuttle service to Whirinaki Track.
Location
Farm Road, Te Whaiti
Phone
07 366 3235
Fax
07 366 3235
Te Urewera Adventures of NZ
Horse trekking, tramping, camping, fishing at Ruatahuna. Contact Margaret Biddle.
Sample the serenity. Taste the tranquillity. Feel the friendliness. Sense the spirituality. Rainforest walks and treks, meeting at Murupara or Rotorua. Beautiful location, wonderful hosts. 1-day eco-cultural walk and 3-day rainforest trek, with overnight stays at nature camp.
Farm Road, Te Whaiti Comfortable, family accommodation in self contained motel or backpackers.
Whirinaki Guided Walks
The official tourism information website for the Whakatane District, including Ohope and Murupara, in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Whakatane is a coastal town, situated in the North Island of New Zealand, just one hour drive from Tauranga and Rotorua.
