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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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.

Captain Cook Motor Lodge

Discover the best of Gisborne at the Captain Cook Motor Lodge.

Cedar House Boutique Accommodation

Cedar House is a historic character home situated in a quiet residential location.

Crawford Road Kitchen

With views over the harbour, our location is the perfect spot to relax with friends. The Crawford Road Kitchen is you local.

Curbside Kitchen

Cycle Gisborne

There's no better place to get off the beaten track and experience Tairawhiti Gisborne. Let our local team support and/or guide you to some of the best kept secrets in Tairawhiti Gisborne.

Dive Tatapouri Reef Ecology Tour with Wild Stingrays

The Reef Ecology tour allows you the opportunity to walk out at low tide under the guidance of our guides to observe and interact with the Stingrays, Eagle Rays and other marine dwellers of Tatapouri. A must-do activity for anyone visiting Gisborne.

Dome Bar and Cinema

The Dome Bar and Cinema is a charming mixture of the modern and fun, of old elegance and romance.

East Cape Campground

East Cape Campround

East Cape Campground sits along East Cape Road at Gisborne.

East Cape Lighthouse

East Cape Manuka Shop

The East Cape Manuka Shop is based in the small seaside village of Te Araroa, perched on the north-eastern tip of the remote East Cape. Keep an eye on their Facebook page to keep up to date with opening hours over Summer. The shop sells a wonderful range of local products from local honey, manuka oil products, manuka tea's & a range of other locally made products.