Opotiki is the northern gateway to Eastland and is also in the area known as "The Tourist Diamond of the Pacific." The region offers numerous activities catering for everyone's taste all within easy distance. The coastline provides miles of safe swimming, fishing, boating, biking, loafing, or just walking, and there are numerous rivers for fishing, rafting, jet-boating or sailing - all on your doorstep.
Deep sea fishing expeditions or day trips to White Island, a spectacular marine volcano, can be arranged through local operators in Whakatane. White Island is also one of world's best scuba diving destinations, offering a unique dive experience exploring the underwater steam vents. For the more adventurous, jet boating trips are easily arranged on the Motu River providing access to remote New Zealand.
Also nearby are thermal areas with delightful hot pools, bush country wilderness, national parks and defined walks as well as one of New Zealand's best collections of native flora at Hukutaia Domain.
Opotiki Golf ClubFor those interested in golf the Opotiki Golf Club is home to a challenging par 70 course with great views of White Island and the surrounding countryside. An excellent climate all year round ensures lush fairways and well manicured greens. Excellent facilities available and group bookings are welcome. For more information please visit www.nzgolfcourses.co.nz/opotiki.
Details of local activities and recommended tour operators are available upon arrival at The Kiwi Beach House.
Local Annual Events
Opotiki's Motu Challenge
The Motu challenge multi-sport gathering of athletes is a home grown event which has developed into the second largest of its kind in the country and which now attracts competitors from all over New Zealand as well as many international competitors. A grueling event held in and around Opotiki, the event has four stages; the first a 65km Mountain Bike, second a 17km Run, third a 52km Road Cycle and a final Multisport stage comprising a 27km Kayak, 8km Road Cycle and 3km Run to the finish. For more info please visit www.motuchallenge.co.nz.
Fibre and Fleece Design AwardsFibre and Fleece Design Awards
The Fibre and Fleece Awards are held each year in Opotiki, drawing interest from the world outside the eastern Bay of Plenty. The awards aim to encourage craftspeople, designers and artists to create garments, furnishings and art forms using a wide variety of materials: yarns, fibre, leather, fur, flax, bone, stone, clay, glass, wood or any other medium that is naturally sourced. For more details please visit www.fibreandfleece.co.nz.
More information on other local events can be found at www.gisbornenz.com, or see our Useful Links page.
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