The Whakatane District has three major rivers running through it; Tarawera, Rangitaiki and Whakatane. Each river presents a range of recreational activities including walking tracks, trout fishing, rafting and jet boating. For further information visit www.doc.govt.nz and www.fishandgame.org.nz or this district map.
Ohiwa Harbour is a magical area with hundreds of seabirds making their summer home on the rich mudflats and sandbanks of the inner harbour. Recreational uses include fishing, sailing, water skiing, kayaking and windsurfing among the many attractions.
KG Kayaks
Kayaking adventures for independent travellers, family groups, businesses and schools. Offering hires and guided tours at a number of locations in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, we promise lonely islands, secluded beaches and an escape from the crowd. Accommodation is also available.
Majestic ignibrite cliffs of the Matahina Dam, a scenic sweeping gorge and exciting white water rapids of the Rangitaiki River. This 1¼ hour jetboat tour to the Aniwhenua Falls you will never forget. Experience real jet boating.
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).
Experience trout fishing at its best with local guide Dan Comer, along some of the Bay of Plenty's most pristine waterways. Lake edge, river and wilderness trips to suit novice or experienced angler. Personal tuition to NZ Representative Fly Fisher level. Half/full day trips. Flies provided. Refreshments optional.
Makes easy work of transporting personnel and equipment to remote hunting, fishing and recreational areas including Te Urewera National Park, Whirinaki & Kaweka Forest Parks & Kaimanawa. Choose from thousands of hectares of prime locations with one hundred hut and bivvy sites.
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.
Professionally guided river or lake fishing. Novice to seasoned anglers. All equipment available. Beautiful scenery. A pleasant 45 minute drive from Whakatane.
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.
