White Island/Whakaari Experience Room

The Whakaari/White Island Experience room provides a stunning up-close and informative experience of this geothermal wonder.

Located at the Whakatane isite Visitor Information Centre the room features an amazing, steam-emitting scale model; a superb documentary video; and a series of interpretation panels explaining the fascinating geology, history and cultural significance of the island.

Contact Details

Whakatāne isite Visitor Information Centre
Whakatāne
New Zealand

Free

07 306 2030

0800 942 528

whakataneinfo@whakatane.govt.nz

Monday - Friday 9 am - 3.30 pm
Saturday - 9.30 am - 2 pm
Sunday - Closed

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