Location: Whakatane
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Whakatane (/fɑːkəˈtɑːni/ fah-kə-TAH-nee, alt. /ˌwɒkəˈtɑːni/; Maori: "Whakatāne", Māori pronunciation: [fakaˈtaːnɛ]) is a town in the eastern Bay of Plenty Region in the North Island of New Zealand, 90 km east of Tauranga and 89 km north-east of Rotorua, at the mouth of the Whakatane River. Whakatane District is the encompassing territorial authority, which covers an area to the south and west of the town, excluding the enclave of Kawerau.
Restaurants in Whakatane
1. Ohope Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 568 reviews
Reviewed By KarenM9543
Ohope beach is a neat beach to laze and to swim.we went to west end made sure the surfers were out further than us while swimming was a lovely day
2. Whakatane River Walk
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4.5 based on 212 reviews
Reviewed By W9921RWterryc - Auckland, New Zealand
A relaxing stroll along the river walk on a fine day is hard to beat. Lovely views. A walk equal to some of the best to be found anywhere.
3. Nga Tapuwae o Toi Walkway
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
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Reviewed By kestonr2018 - Wellington, New Zealand
We did both halves of this walk on separate days during our holiday in January. The first half out from Whakatane to Ohope around the headland and cliffs was quite spectacular. A j Bi it of a climb coming out of Whakatane and then the views open up. They are right when they tell you to get the tide right. The final hill crossing over to Ohope beach is short and sharp but all is doable. The trip back over to Whakatane in the inland route is still very scenic, but the scenery is all native bush and forest. A reasonable climb to get up out of Hope through an awesome pohutukawa Forest. The wetland and boardwalk is also very interesting. All in all, linking all of these tracks up has proved a great resource for the Whakatane area, which is well worth trying out.
4. Thornton Beach
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4.0 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By batchhen2017 - Timaru, New Zealand
Easy to get to beach, between Edgecumbe and Whakatane, nice for doggies to run. Enjoyed the peace and calm day with the sea rolling in, there by myself.
5. Awakeri Hot Springs
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3.5 based on 198 reviews
Awakeri Hot Springs Holiday Park offers a range of self catering accommodation options located within a natural bush setting with the added benefit of large hot pools and private spa pools.Come for the day to enjoy our hot pools and picnic facilities or stay overnight and use our park as a base to explore the unique senic features of the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
Reviewed By guiltygucci - Tauranga, New Zealand
We are back once again at Awakeri Hot Springs for our usual January Summer Holiday! We are staying in a Tourist Flat as there are 5 adults. The flat consists of 3 divan single beds in the dining/lounge area + a seperate bedroom with a single divan bed & double bed. There is a shower & toilet off the bedroom. A shop on site for those bits & pieces you require. Free access to the pool area if you stay on site. Only 10 minutes away from Whakatane. Fantastic friendly host & service. Highly recommend if you want to get away with the family! ????????
6. Whirinaki Waterfall Loop Track
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3.5 based on 2 reviews
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