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Kāpū-te-rangi (Pā of Toi)

Kāpū-te-rangi pā above Whakatāne was the home of Toitehuatahi, recognised as the principal ancestor of Ngāti Awa.

Kāpū-te-rangi or the Pā of Toi is of major historical significance and is part of the Kōhī Point Scenic Reserve.

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

Contact Details

Kōhī Point Lookout Road
Off Ōtarawairere Road
Whakatāne
New Zealand

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