 Whakatane Harbor | ||
| Whakatāne | ||
| region | Bay of Plenty | |
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| Residents | 18.000 | |
other value for residents on Wikidata: 15850, 15795, 16700   | ||
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Whakatane is a city in New Zealand. Whakatane (pronounced Fakatani) is in the east Bay of Plenty where the Whakatane River flows into the South Pacific. With 18,000 inhabitants, it is still a relatively clear but active small town. Whakatane is a great gateway to explore the East Coast, go on an adventure boat trip on White Island, relax on the beach, or go surfing.
background
getting there
By plane
Whakatane Airport is served by Auckland approached (approx. 45 minutes flight time). Rotorua Airport, which is around an hour's drive from Whakatane, has more connections.
By train
The Intercity Coachlines, which offers national long-distance bus connections, runs to Whakatane daily. The regional connections are provided by the Bay bus safe Tel. 0800 422 928.
By bus
In the street
The city is located on the Pacific Coast Highway, pretty much halfway between Auckland and Hawkes Bay. Auckland is 289 kilometers away and you can expect at least 4 hours of driving time. The next two larger cities are Rotorua (85 km) and Tauranga (97 km).
By boat
mobility
Dynamic cardsTourist Attractions
The absolute highlights are White Island (New Zealand's only active marine volcano) and Ohope Beach (11km of sandy beach).
The White Island can be reached by boat (http://www.whiteisland.co.nz) or by helicopter (http://www.vulcanheli.co.nzA booking is required for both and a guided tour on the active volcano with the hot sulfur springs, mud pots and of course the water-filled crater is included.
At the wonderful Ohope Beach you will find enough accommodation: motels, B&B, campsites (including a top 10 place: http://www.ohopebeach.co.nz) and a golf course (http://www.ohope.nzgolf.net)
- Whakatane Museum and Gallery, 11 Boon Street (across from Police Station). Tel.: 64 (0)7 306 0505. Open: Mon - Fri 10 a.m. - 4.30 p.m., Sat, Sun, public holidays 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
activities
Activities range from kayaking to dolphin tours, diving, numerous short and long hiking trails, golfing, fishing and cultural institutions.
A good overview can be found on the official website of Whakatane (in English: http://www.whakatane.com)
shop
Everything from small souvenir shops to large supermarkets can be found in Whakatane's well-arranged city center.
kitchen
nightlife
accommodation
In the high season between Christmas and the end of January it is worth booking in advance, otherwise there is a wide range of accommodation (backpackers, B&B or motels).
health
Practical advice
- 2 i-SITE Visitor Information Center, Quay Street, Whakatane 3120. Tel.: 64 (0)7 306 2030, Fax: 64 (0)7 308 6020, Email: [email protected].facebook url usedtwitter url used
Open: April to October: Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. November to March: Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
trips
To White Island by boat (http://www.whiteisland.co.nz) or the helicopter (http://www.vulcanheli.co.nz).
Dolphin, whale and diving tours. An overview: http://www.whakatane.com/diving_dolphins.html
