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Whakatane

White Island is an active marine volcano which is accessible via launch or helicopters on an unforgettable guided tour

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The main centre for the Eastern Bay of Plenty, Whakatane is one of the sunniest towns in New Zealand. Just off shore is White Island, a spectacular active volcano that can be visited by launch or helicopter. Guided tours of the island necessitate a gas mask and hard hat. Whakatane is also known for its fishing – more yellow fin tuna are caught here than anywhere else in the country. Other Whakatane attractions include the museum, an observatory and Maori historical sites. The Nga Tapuwae o Toi walkway leads to pa sites, native forest and seabird colonies. Dolphin tours, which can include swimming encounters, run all year.
Functional facts: Approx. population 17,700, i-SITE Visitor Centre, plentiful shops and services, domestic airport.

Whakatane i-SITE Visitor Centre

Visitor Information Centre in Whakatane
Whakatane Visitor Information service. Local and national booking service.

In Whakatane:

Other towns near Whakatane by road:

Kawerau (27 minutes)
Opotiki (61 minutes)
Te Puke (65 minutes)

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Whakatane does not have any rail stations.

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