Things to do in Whakatāne

Whakatāne offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy. See some of the most popular attractions below!

Heritage and agricultural displays, plus 100-year-old grocery and hardware store.

Historic Trail

Follow an interesting Historic Trail around through the town centre and along the river bank.

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

Fairbrother Loop Walk

The Fairbrother Loop Walk is the first portion of the Ōhope Scenic Reserve.

The Mataatua waka first landed at Te Toka Tapu, which is sited opposite Turuturu Roimata (Statue Rock) at the Whakatāne river mouth.

A popular spot known to locals as 'The Heads' where the Whakatāne River meets the sea.