The East Cape is approximatley 2 and a half hours from Opotiki. Take a scenic drive along State Highway 35, part of the Pacific Coast Highway, and see some of the natural beauty the East Coast of New Zealand is known for. The historic East Cape Lighthouse is a popular attraction. The Lighthouse stands 154 metres above sea level on Otiki Hill, above East Cape. Fishing, hunting, swimming, sight seeing, the East Cape has it all.
Other Regions
Opotiki is the gateway to the East Cape and is surrounded with an abundance of amazing scenery, walks, bike trails and much more. The areas surrounding Opotiki include Ohope Beach, Whakatane and the East Cape as well as many picturesque natural wonders and secret locations waiting to be discovered along the way. For more information on the other regions in the area take a look at the information listed below.
Other Regions Listings
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 KAWERAU
Kawerau, located in the heart of the Bay of Plenty is surrounded by bush, forest and farmland. Kawerau town itself is in a prime position, no more than 20 minutes from beach, lakes, rivers, mountains and forest attractions. The geothermal activity in the area make it a popular area all year round with the free hot pools inviting in the cooler months. Wonderful climate and varied scenic beauty surrounding Kawerau make it one of the great, affordable lifestyle options for all New Zealanders. |
 OPOTIKI OVERVIEW
Welcome to Opotiki. Gateway to the East Cape and only 44km from Whakatane, Opotiki offers holiday makers and locals superb beaches for fishing, surfing or simply relaxing with nearby forests to explore and rivers to enjoy. Below you will find information about Opotiki from business opportunities to education and health services. |
 WHAKATANE
Whakatane is one of the most diversely beautiful areas in New Zealand. Sandy beaches are predominant along the 54 kilometres of coastline that stretches from Otamarakau in the west to Ohiwa in the east. Central areas include fertile lowlands and farming areas on the Rangitaiki Plains through to Murupara. Te Urewera National Park in the south, which makes 41% of the district, is protected native forest and is home to a rich array of flora and fauna. The total area of the district covers 433,000ha or 4,442km2. |
 EXPLORE THE EAST CAPE
Explore The East Cape is a comprehensive source of information covering many regions of the East Coast including Kawerau, Whakatane, Ohope Beach, Opotiki, East Cape, Gisborne, Wairoa and Napier. It is an invaluable tool for any tourist travelling in this region. For sheer natural beauty, magnificent scenery and many places of historical significance the East Cape District is unparalleled anywhere in New Zealand. Welcome to the East Cape, you are now officially “off-the-beaten-track”
027 2544656
exploretheeastcape@xtra.co.nz
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 OHOPE BEACH
Ohope Beach, voted NZs most loved beach, is only 6km from Whakatane and offers the walker, bather, surfer or fisherman 11 kms of uninterrupted, white, Pacific beach sand. It's north facing aspect gives you the full arc of plentiful sunshine. A section of the beach is patrolled by lifeguards during the summer month and there are a range of shops, food & drink outlets, playgrounds and much more to keep everyone busy. |
Other Regions Listings
EAST CAPE
The East Cape is approximatley 2 and a half hours from Opotiki. Take a scenic drive along State Highway 35, part of the Pacific Coast Highway, and see some of the natural beauty the East Coast of New Zealand is known for. The historic East Cape Lighthouse is a popular attraction. The Lighthouse stands 154 metres above sea level on Otiki Hill, above East Cape. Fishing, hunting, swimming, sight seeing, the East Cape has it all.
EXPLORE THE EAST CAPE
Explore The East Cape is a comprehensive source of information covering many regions of the East Coast including Kawerau, Whakatane, Ohope Beach, Opotiki, East Cape, Gisborne, Wairoa and Napier. It is an invaluable tool for any tourist travelling in this region. For sheer natural beauty, magnificent scenery and many places of historical significance the East Cape District is unparalleled anywhere in New Zealand. Welcome to the East Cape, you are now officially “off-the-beaten-track”
027 2544656
exploretheeastcape@xtra.co.nz
KAWERAU
Kawerau, located in the heart of the Bay of Plenty is surrounded by bush, forest and farmland. Kawerau town itself is in a prime position, no more than 20 minutes from beach, lakes, rivers, mountains and forest attractions. The geothermal activity in the area make it a popular area all year round with the free hot pools inviting in the cooler months. Wonderful climate and varied scenic beauty surrounding Kawerau make it one of the great, affordable lifestyle options for all New Zealanders.
OHOPE BEACH
Ohope Beach, voted NZs most loved beach, is only 6km from Whakatane and offers the walker, bather, surfer or fisherman 11 kms of uninterrupted, white, Pacific beach sand. It's north facing aspect gives you the full arc of plentiful sunshine. A section of the beach is patrolled by lifeguards during the summer month and there are a range of shops, food & drink outlets, playgrounds and much more to keep everyone busy.
OPOTIKI OVERVIEW
Welcome to Opotiki.
Gateway to the East Cape and only 44km from Whakatane, Opotiki offers holiday makers and locals superb beaches for fishing, surfing or simply relaxing with nearby forests to explore and rivers to enjoy. Below you will find information about Opotiki from business opportunities to education and health services.
WHAKATANE
Whakatane is one of the most diversely beautiful areas in New Zealand. Sandy beaches are predominant along the 54 kilometres of coastline that stretches from Otamarakau in the west to Ohiwa in the east. Central areas include fertile lowlands and farming areas on the Rangitaiki Plains through to Murupara. Te Urewera National Park in the south, which makes 41% of the district, is protected native forest and is home to a rich array of flora and fauna. The total area of the district covers 433,000ha or 4,442km2.
Other Regions Map
Other New Zealand regions .info websites
The .info online directory websites provide a wide range of information for the regions they represent. From Accommodation, Activities and Food & Drink to Shops, Services and Essential Information.
Visit one of the .info websites listed below for comprehensive information about their region.
Whakatane.info
Visit www.whakatane.info for comprehensive, local information online.
Ohopebeach.info
www.ohopebeach.info is our local directory online for Ohope Beach, Bay Of Plenty.
Christchurchnz.info
For a everything you need in Christchurch see www.christchurchnz.info.
Tauranganz.info
For local information in Tauranga visit www.tauranganz.info.
Taupo.info
For information on Taupo visit www.taupo.info.
Timarunz.info
Get more information on Timaru at www.timarunz.info.
Eastauckland.info
For more information on East Auckland visit www.eastauckland.info.
