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The Bay Plenty on the eastern coast of North Island is home
to natural harbors, bays, volcanoes, islands, white sand and
surf beaches, rare wildlife, and a laidback lifestyle. On
the coast of the Bay of Plenty, sharing the features that
compel visitors to stay for a longer time is the town of Whakatane.
Tourist Attractions in Whakatane
Whakatane is one of liveliest towns in New Zealand that has
many tourist attractions on display. Whakatane, with Tours
of New Zealand packages, is ideal for relaxation and fun.
On your tour to Whakatane, visit the museum, observatory
and Maori historical sites. Walk at leisure on the Nga Tapuwae
o Toi walkway and appreciate the native forest and seabird
colonies on your way to Maori pa. Dolphin tours and fishing
for yellow-fin tuna are amongst the favorite pastimes here.
Other Tourist Attractions in Whakatane
White Island
Whakatane serves as a base for launching aerial sightseeing
expeditions to the active volcano at the offshore White Island.
Tauranga
Tauranga, a bustling commercial city, is set on a spectacular
harbor and is famous for its dining, wine tasting and expensive
shopping outlets. Whakatane lies on the Pacific Coast theme
highway that will take you from Auckland to Tauranga.
Mount Maunganui
The hill resort set on the foothills of Mauao volcano, Mount
Maunganui is popular tourist destination for its white sand
beaches, surf, water and beach sports, and hiking trails around
the crater. Whakatane lies on the Pacific Coast theme highway
that will take you from Auckland to Mount Maunganui.
Activities in tourist attractions in Whakatane
From the less demanding activities such as sightseeing and
flight seeing, trips to fine art galleries and breathtaking
gardens, fishing, whale and dolphin watching, tours to volcanic
and geothermal parks, farms, and boat cruises, to the more
challenging activities including treks, hikes, cycling, and
mountain biking; the town of Whakatane in the Bay of Plenty,
New Zealand, is an ideal retreat for holidaymakers and adventure
sports enthusiasts.
How to Reach Whakatane
Tauranga Airport, Bay of Plenty, connects Whakatane with
Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown International Airports
in New Zealand.
Theme Highways
Besides guided tours, you can also tour Whakatane by road
on detour from the Pacific Coast Highway.
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