Things to do in East Coast

Activities, attractions and tours

Even in winter, this is a beautiful spot. The road down to the beach is an amazing drive.
Even in winter, this is a beautiful spot. The road down to the beach is an amazing drive.
Camp spot on the beach in The east cape
Skate park with a view
Never ending #blue of the summer.
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Napier: Cape Kidnappers Gannet, Nature & Sightseeing Tour

Napier: Cape Kidnappers Gannet, Nature & Sightseeing Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 80 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,454 per adult
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Napier: Cape Kidnappers Gannet, Nature & Sightseeing Tour

Napier: Cape Kidnappers Gannet, Nature & Sightseeing Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 80 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,454 per adult
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Cape Kidnappers: Gannet Colony Exclusive Sunrise Tour

Cape Kidnappers: Gannet Colony Exclusive Sunrise Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 38,027 per traveler*
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What to do in East Coast

Popular places to visit

Great beaches in this area all sand, and a of choices for swimming as its a peninsula, the odd space rocket gets fired off too :-)

Mahia Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Mahia Beach during your travels in Mahia?

Mahia Beach

Ohope Beach

Explore the great outdoors at Ohope Beach, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

Ohope Beach

Morere Hot Springs

You can take time to visit Morere Hot Springs during your travels to Morere. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

Morere Hot Springs

Gisborne Hospital

Though Gisborne Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne while you are here.

Gisborne Hospital

East Cape Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of East Cape when you stop by East Cape Lighthouse. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

East Cape Lighthouse

Gisborne Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Gisborne Harbour

Ohope International Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Ohope at Ohope International Golf Club. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

Ohope International Golf Club

Whakatane Hospital

Though Whakatane Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane while you are here.

Whakatane Hospital

Maraetotara Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Maraetotara Reserve, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

Maraetotara Reserve

Areas of East Coast

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Waiotahi

While there might not be top attractions in Waiotahi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ohope Beach and Opotiki Beach.

Waiotahi
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Maraetotara

If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Bay of Plenty and Otarawairere Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Maraetotara
Whakatane is a Maori word and the 'wh' is pronounced like an 'f'. The statute of Wairaka is at the mouth of the Whakatane River in the Bay of Plenty area on the North Island.

Whakatāne Town

If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Wairere Falls and Whakatane River Walk are top sights worth seeing.

Whakatāne Town
Want to be one of the first to see the sunrise in the world? Camping on the east coast in Gisborne; highlight of our trip.

Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Gisborne Central
Wainui Beach with great view of nearby mountain ridges in Gisborne, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand, Shutterstock ID 1311858068, Purchase Order: SP-1822 ANZ-18120 Wotif Search Engine - Destination Imagery, Or

Wainui

Wainui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while you're in town.

Wainui
The view from the top of Kaiti Hill just last the lookout. Beautiful.

Kaiti

If you're spending some time in Kaiti, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill are top sights worth seeing.

Kaiti
Napier featuring a sunset and a square or plaza

Napier

Tolaga Bay Wharf, New Zealand's longest pier

Tolaga Bay