Tours & Experiences
Hand-feed stingrays in the reef shallows, hike to a sacred summit for sunrise - only in Tairāwhiti.
Waioeka Gorge (State Highway 2) is currently closed due to major slips. Alternative access to Gisborne is available via State Highway 35, or via State Highway 2 through Hawke’s Bay. For the latest updates, visit NZTA Journeys here.
COME EXPERIENCE WHY THERE'S NO PLACE ON EARTH LIKE TAIRĀWHITI
Incredible experiences that you didn't know you needed on your bucket list.
Catching the waves at first light?
Hanging out with wild stingrays?
Cycling amongst the vines?
Riding a steam train across a runway?
Watching a blockbuster on a beanbag?
Come Experience Why. Only in Tairāwhiti.
Arts, History & Culture Out East
Tairāwhiti is the original landing place for navigators, artists, and storytellers.
YOUR GUIDE TO 3 DAYS IN GISBORNE
Make the most of your time in Gisborne - here's our list of all the top things to see and do.
Come Experience More
Create lasting memories with exciting activities for all ages, from scenic trails to interactive tours.
Motu River Jet
The Motu and Matahina Jet Boat Tours differ from the vast number of jet boat joyrides available throughout New Zealand, accomodating for all ages and level of thrill seeking personalities.
Gisborne RailBike Adventures
Cycle Gisborne
Enjoy Vineyard and Cultural day tours through the city and multi-day tours around the Gisborne region
The National Arboretum of New Zealand
View the large collection of over 2,000 different species of plants from 67 different countries.
Tipuna Tours
Tipuna Tours is an iwi (tribe) owned eco-tourism operator offering cultural and historic guided tours
Maunga Hikurangi
This sacred mountain is the first place in the world to see the sunrise
Gisborne Astro Tours
Under the dark skies of Patutahi in the East Coast, Gisborne Astro Tours is a unique and memorable experience for all ages
