Te Waiu o Pukemaire / Braemar Springs

Venture off the beaten path and into the whimsical realm of Maggie's Funtastic Garden near Edgecumbe, where artist and sculptor Maggie Fenton has created two acres of themed gardens that will delight kids.

The “Weeboy”10-metre Rodger Hill twin hull offers casual inshore trips in a 10-mile radius from Whakatāne.

The gardens comprise rose gardens, a formal entrance, scented garden and areas for bulbs, shrubs and perennials. 

The Mataatua waka first landed at Te Toka Tapu, which is sited opposite Turuturu Roimata (Statue Rock) at the Whakatāne river mouth. 

The Whirinaki Rainforest - a majestic, ancient and spiritual realm. Join us for a guided walking journey into the heart of this vast, Jurassic, podocarp rain forest. 

Moko the Dolphin captured the hearts of many across the Eastern Bay, leaving a lasting legacy immortalised in this sculpture.

Not as well known as the other courses in our District, the Te Teko golf course provides a relaxing atmosphere ideal for the casual golfer and groups. 

Otarawairere is the hidden jewel of the Whakatāne-Ōhope area. This secluded beach is accessible only on foot or by kayak, but the trip is definitely worth the effort.