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This region was central to the first settlement of New Zealand (Aotearoa) by Maori, the tangata whenua (people of the land).
No crowds!
The population of Whakatane/Ohope is 17,000. Around 32,000 people live across the wider district.
That’s space!
Ohope beach is around 11km long - at an average of perhaps 50m wide that's 550,000 square metres of sand.
Paradise!
Ohiwa Harbour is a haven for many rare and endangered species of birds. The hills above Whakatane are kiwi sanctuaries. There are many projects to restore and protect local environments. Whales, dolphins and Orca are often seen off the coast of Whakatane.
Zip on down!
Whakatane is under five hours’ drive from Auckland, and just 90 minutes from Rotorua.
Awesome spot!
This region was central to the first settlement of New Zealand (Aotearoa) by Maori, the tangata whenua (people of the land).
No crowds!
The population of Whakatane/Ohope is 17,000. Around 32,000 people live across the wider district.
That’s space!
Ohope beach is around 11km long - at an average of perhaps 50m wide that's 550,000 square metres of sand.
Paradise!
Ohiwa Harbour is a haven for many rare and endangered species of birds. The hills above Whakatane are kiwi sanctuaries. There are many projects to restore and protect local environments. Whales, dolphins and Orca are often seen off the coast of Whakatane.
Zip on down!
Whakatane is under five hours’ drive from Auckland, and just 90 minutes from Rotorua.