Opotiki

Ōpōtiki

The northern gateway to Tairāwhiti and the iconic State Highway 35

Ōpōtiki sits at the edge of the Bay of Plenty and borders the northern gateway to Tairāwhiti was one of the first places settled by Māori and is in rich Māori culture and history.

It is also the access way to the iconic State Highway 35 - a stunning coastal journey around the East Coast with fantastic fishing spots, swimming and surf.

Visit the Ōpotiki i-SITE Visitor Information Centre for useful travel advice, learn about local heritage at Ōpōtiki Museum, head inland to jet boat up the Motu river or enjoy a bike ride along the Motu Trails – taking in the beautiful and fertile landscape dotted with kiwifruit and avocado orchards, and even a macadamia nut farm to boot!

Opotiki i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Ōpōtiki i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Impartial information and booking service accommodation, activities, attractions and travel bookings

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Ōpōtiki Museum

A journey of discovery through the past

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Motu Trails Hire and Shuttle

Mountain bike hire & Shuttle servicing the Motu Trails cycle-way

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Ultimate Kiwi Roadtrip - SH35

Fully immerse yourself in our beautiful region. From climbing the sacred Maunga Hikurangi to exploring the Cooks Cove Walk, you can truly have it all!

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Portside Hotel Gisborne - Heritage Collection

Portside Hotel, Heritage’s Boutique Gisborne hotel, is located on the edge of Turanganui River, offering understated elegance and personal service in an intimate, friendly atmosphere.

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Island View Holiday Park

Absolute beachfront location - the real deal!

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KG Kayaks

Sea kayaking adventures in the Eastern Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand. We cater for independent travellers, social groups, businesses and schools, but most of all, we cater for occasional kayakers and family groups.

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Motu Trails Hire and Shuttle

Mountain bike hire & Shuttle servicing the Motu Trails cycle-way Opotiki & other local tracks for mountain bikers and trampers The best departure point for the Pakihi track, with two 11 seater shuttle buses.