Take a trip out of town and sample country fare in interesting surroundings. See a range of crafts and sample locally made fruit wines.
Julians Berry Farm and Cafe
Experience one of New Zealand’s treasures. Watch the berries grow. Taste Strawberries,Raspberries, Blackberries, Loganberries, Boysenberries or Ranuiberries. Try a natural fruit ice cream or baking. Enjoy lunch with an Espresso coffee, relax in the sheltered seating area. Playground for children.
Nestled in beautiful countryside located at the White Goose Winery, 5 minutes from Whakatane, Avaganda is well worth a visit. Award winning chef/owner, Craig Searle, offers a delightful array of local and inter- national cuisine set in a unique garden oasis. Award winning fruit wines for tasting and sale.
Be tempted by the stunning art and gift ware of the new, relocated “Rustic Arts” shop. Savour the “Prickly Puha Café’s” award winning chef’s luncheon and dinner fare matched with boutique wine and beer. All inside the Red Barn. Bookings are recommended.
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.