new zealand accommodation
home search blog new zealand webcams
takeabreak Pukeko
Take a at in

Whakatane Accommodation and Attractions

Whakatane is a town in the Bay of Plenty region, in the North Island of New Zealand. Whakatane is 90 km east of Tauranga and 98 km north-east of Rotorua, at the mouth of the Whakatane River. View other accommodation in Bay of Plenty

Activities and Accommodation in Whakatane
Accommodation : Wheelchair friendly
Attractions : RESET

Search Results

Sort by Price: Lowest Highest People it sleeps: Most Fewest
3 results found
Swim with Dolphins, Whakatane photo
Join us for a 3 - 4 hour life time experience swimming with large groups of Dolphins in the clear blue sub-tropical waters. Other stunning attractions include whales, seals, penguins and ocean bird life. All equipment supplied. Children welcome. Compliment your...
More information
Whakatane District Museum photo
Displays of the stories of the eastern Bay of Plenty, including prehistoric and contemporary wildlife; volcanoes; earthquakes; Maori taonga and European artefacts illustrating local history. Monthly exhibitions of art, craft and on historical or environmental...
More information
White Island Tours photo
White Island is New Zealand's only ACTIVE marine volacano! The professional crew at White Island Tours will take you on a fully guided walking tour around the inner crater of White Island (hard hats and gas masks provided). Sights include the majestic main crater,...
More information
3 results found
Whakatane has a population of 18,000, with another 15,000 people living within the greater Whakatane district. Of the 33,000 people in the district, around 40% have Maori ancestry.

Whale Island (or Motuhora) is a small island off the Bay of Plenty coast about 12 kilometres north of Whakatane. The island has numerous sites of pa (Maori fortified villages). It also provided shelter for Cook's Endeavour in 1769. A whaling station existed on the island during the 19th century.

The town's main industries are diverse: forestry, dairy farming, fishing, tourism and manufacturing are all well-established.
Whakatane is the gateway to White Island (Whakaari), New Zealand's most active volcano, 48 kilometres north of Whakatane, a popular destination for day cruises. Other activities include a swim with the dolphins.
Privacy Policy Terms of Use About Us Contact Us
Home Map Search Webcams
www.takeabreak.co.nz Ltd. © Copyright 2012. Tourism & New Zealand Accommodation.