Kaputerangi (Toi's Pā)

Kaputerangi pā above Whakatāne was the home of Toitehuatahi, recognised as the principal ancestor of Ngāti Awa.

Kaputerangi or Toi's Pā is of major historical significance and is part of the Kohi Point Scenic Reserve.

From this point, you can look out over Mt Tarawera, Putauaki, Moutohora and Whakaari/White Island.

Contact Details

Kohi Point Lookout Road
Off Otarawairere Road
Whakatāne
New Zealand

More things to do

Taniwha - Te Maru Hotene (Canning Place)

This mural is a collaboration with Ushy Ushy from the Cook Islands and is about the migration of the waka from the Cook Islands to the Bay of Plenty, and keeping the connection alive between all of us.

Diveworks Dolphin and Seal Encounters

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

Awakeri Hot Springs

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

Kayaking on Ōhiwa

Ōhiwa Harbour offers wonderful paddling, with plenty of beaches to stop for a rest.

Lion in the Meadow

This sculpture, commissioned by the Molly Morpeth Canaday Trust and crafted by Jonathon Campbell in 2007, honors the renowned New Zealand author Margaret Mahy.

Kawerau Golf Club

This picturesque, well-groomed 18-hole course is on flat, easy walking land and is adjacent to the Tarawera River with mountain views and bird life adding to the enjoyment for players.