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

Whakatāne Library & Exhibition Centre

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

Giving the Ocean a Hand - Chorus Cabinet art

"I love to wrap images around cabinets where they are seen from all sides"

Kawerau Pools

Free heated pools, including a giant spa pool, The whole complex is surrounded by large recreation and play areas, where barbecue and picnic tables are available for families.

Tarawera Falls

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

Te Teko Golf Club

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.

Vertigraph

The brainchild of Colin Hughes, these picturesque tiles were designed and created by a team of 12 artisans from the Whakatane Society of Arts and Crafts.