TAIRĀWHITI GISBORNE

From the land of the first light, kia ora, welcome.

We invite you to discover our unique corner of Aotearoa-New Zealand. Tairāwhiti means "the coast upon which the sun shines across the water". Which is apt since, in summer months, we are the first in the world to see the sun.

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Visit the sacred Mt Hikurangi and be the first in the world to greet the sun each day.

Surfing

Surf some of the best breaks available in New Zealand, suitable for every age and stage.

Trails and treks

Tairāwhiti Gisborne is a gateway to the Motu Trails, among the great rides of New Zealand.

Wineries

Tairāwhiti Gisborne is world famous for its award-winning wines – and rightly so!

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Gorgeous sunrise over Tairāwhiti Gisborne

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Our Stories

The unique story of how macadamias flourished here

There aren't many places in the world where you can down tools for an hour, drop a line in the sea, and hopefully catch some dinner.....

From Spain with love

How two Spanish scientists fell in love, with Tairāwhiti Gisborne

Putting down roots

Why James and Kristina call Tairāwhiti Gisborne home.

Upcoming Events

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Wa165 Steam Train Excursion

The Wa165 Steam Train is full steam for an excursion to Muriwai!

26 October 2019 - 10 May 2020

Rhythm & Vines

New Zealand’s biggest music festival, held at the stunning Waiohika Estate!

29 December 2019 - 1 January 2020