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Opotiki

Reflecting the area’s importance for Maori, Opotiki is decorated with the works of master carvers.

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Reflecting the area’s importance for Maori, the main street of Opotiki is decorated with the works of master carvers. To get a picture of local history, you can take a guided walk with a Maori historian or visit the museum. Opotiki was one of the first places settled by Maori; it was also a centre for the Hauhau religion. In summer, the town fills up with holiday makers who come to enjoy the surf beaches, fishing and river activities. Hukutaia Domain, south of the town centre, has one of the finest collections of native plants in New Zealand.
Functional facts: Approx. population 7070, i-SITE Visitor Centre, good range of shops and services.

Opotiki i-SITE Visitor Centre

Visitor Information Centre in Opotiki
To see our district hassle-free, visit the Opotiki Information Centre for any travel and local knowledge requirements.

In Opotiki:

Other towns near Opotiki by road:

Whakatane (61 minutes)
Kawerau (70 minutes)

Other towns near Opotiki by rail:

Opotiki does not have any rail stations.

Other towns near Opotiki by air:

Opotiki does not have scheduled passenger air services.

The nearest airport is in Whakatane (61 minutes)

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