Central Helicopters

Enjoy a secluded holiday, relaxing at the pools, and taking day trip to all the attractions the Bay of Plenty has to offer.

Sail from the Whakatāne Harbour on Centaurus, a spacious, 38-foot cruising catamaran.

The centre hosts the Horizon Energy Group Library, the Whakatāne District Museum display and three gallery spaces.

Join us for dolphin and seal swimming encounters with frequent penguin, sea bird and occasional whale sightings.

The spectaular Tarawera Falls is a 35-metre high waterfall on the Tarawera River that flows out of Lake Tarawera and across a lava flow

A popular spot known to locals as 'The Heads' where the Whakatāne River meets the sea.

"I was asked to paint some movie characters, found some cool ones and added my favourite colours."

Experience What We Live For!  Whirinaki forest holidays are our passion.