Gisborne Activities & Attractions | Tairāwhiti Gisborne

THINGS TO SEE AND DO IN GISBORNE

GISBORNE ACTIVITIES - FROM SCENIC TRAILS TO STINGRAY TALES

See it, ride it, climb it, taste it - Tairāwhiti’s packed with things to do in Gisborne and beyond.

Only in Tairāwhiti can you ride a steam train over a live airport runway (no porkies), hike a mountain steeped in history, and share the reef with wild stingrays - all in the same weekend. Add in fresh kai moana, hidden bush trails, and a side of local wine, and you’re set for something special. The list of things to do in Gisborne is packed with moments like these - memorable, meaningful, and uniquely East Coast.

Tours & Experiences

Hand-feed stingrays in the reef shallows, hike to a sacred summit for sunrise - only in Tairāwhiti.

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Arts, History & Culture

Tairāwhiti is the original landing place for navigators, artists, and storytellers.

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Biking

There is a trail or trek to discover in Tairāwhiti every day of the week.

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Fishing & Hunting

Remote rivers, backcountry bush and epic deep sea fishing

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Surfing

With waves this good, word was always going to get out.

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Golf

From championship links to cruisy country gems - Tairāwhiti is where golf goes on holiday.

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WALKS & HIKES

Top trails and local favourites.

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Discover the best of Highway 35

Cruise along the East Coast and discover why State Highway 35 epitomises the great Kiwi road trip.

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Accommodation Ahi Kaa

Kaitiakitanga and Manaakitanga are core values of our eco-friendly accommodation.

Air Gisborne

Air Gisborne offers beautiful scenic and charter flights as well as flight training.

Air Ruatoria

Discover Ngāti Porou - Explore with Air Ruatoria

Air Ruatoria offer scenic flights throughout the region and chartered flights to/from Tairāwhiti from other Aotearoa airports.

Come and enjoy our wonderful cultural landscapes, learn about our taonga, our iwi and the place we call “Paradise”.
Nō reira, nau mai haere mai.

Alfresco Motor Lodge

Mediterranean-style Alfresco Motor Lodge has been architecturally designed your comfort during your Gisborne experience.

Anaura Bay Motor Camp

Enjoy absolute beach front positions at Anaura Bay Family Motor Camp.Enjoy absolute beach front positions at Anaura Bay Family Motor Camp - next to one of the most stunning beaches with pristine golden sand and a backdrop of extensive native bush. Wi-Fi is available for our campers.Small camp shop sells mainly ice, ice creams, drinks, bread and milk. No dogs during peak season, other times by prior arrangement only.

Anaura Bay Motor Camp will close on 10th Feb 2025 & re-open for the Summer season from December 2025.

Avis Gisborne

Rent with confidence and choose Avis for your Car Rental to explore New Zealand. Avis offers a wide range of rental cars in 38 different branches located across the country.

Bella Vista Gisborne

One of the respected Bella Vista Accommodation chain of 27 motels nationwide. You can depend on us for a warm welcome and comfortable, consistent experience all following the same recognisable Bella Vista design. Includes free car-park & free WIFI.

Bikeys

Bikeys is a full service bike shop in Gisborne.

Bollywood Star Restaurant

The perfect place to dine for delicious Indian curries and a large range of other authentic Indian dishes, with a wide selection of drinks and the facility of bring your own wine as well.

Breakers Gisborne & The Jandal Bar

In Gisborne – the largest coastal city in the Tairāwhiti region and a gateway to stunning beaches and camping spots on the East Coast – Breakers may have found its spiritual home.

Bush Haven

Accommodation and Camping right in the bush. Bordering the pristine Te Waiti stream. Several Walking, Tramping and Mountain biking tracks at our back door including the mighty Motu Trail cycle-way and the Te Waiti Track. Full shuttle service.

Cafe 35

Fully licensed cafe, open daily for breakfast, brunch and lunch.

Canopy Camping Escapes | Manutuke Eco Retreat

Manutuke Eco Retreat is 15 minutes from Gisborne on the east coast of the North Island. The campsite is situated on the edge of a wetland lake on the property and made up of a large, safari-style tent, smaller bell tent and semi-outdoor bathroom.