22 King Street
GISBORNE
Ph 06 868 5425
Fax 06 867 2324
Mobile 027 431 9249
Website www.wakatoa.com
Email info@wakatoa.co.nz
Waka Toa weaves together the rich performance tradition of the Maori with a unique life giving message in an authentic encounter with Maori culture. Bookings are essential.
Ph 06 862 6118
Mobile 027 240 4493
Email tipunatours@gmail.com
Cost $50.00 per person
Guided tours of Whangara, the place where the movie was filmed. Visit the home where much of the filming actually took place and listen to the story that inspired the film. Tours are approximately 2 hours and start at Whangara. Other cultural tours of the area are also available. Min 4 pax - bookings essential.
Jason Gerrard
Wainui
GISBORNE
Ph 027 535 0011
Mobile 021 0252 6354
Email jasegtown@gmail.com
Website www.straytravel.com
Travel the East Cape with Stray Go East and explore its untapped journey of discovery. A "Hop on and off bus service", Stray Go East is a three day tour that will operate continuously over the summer period (november 05 and April 15). Pickups will begin in Rotorua every Wednesday and Saturday at 8.00am, with pickups in Whakatane, Opotiki and Gisborne. From Rotorua we head to Gisborne for the night, then onwards along the East Cape's, Pacific Hwy35 to Maraehako Bay. The following day we then make our way back to Rotorua. On our journey we will see spectacular scenic views, slow-paced Maori communities, amazing coastlines and absolute beachfront accommodations. An opportunity to engage in the East Capes unique activities, or delve into Maori culture is also available. Special conditions will apply to those who purchasse tickets in Whakatane, Opotiki or Gisborne. For further information please contact the above details.
June McDonald
Waihau Bay
RD3
OPOTIKI
Ph 07 325 3697
Ngati Porou Tourism
1 Main Street
RUATORIA
Phone 06 864 8660
Email pbrooking@tronp.org.nz
Ngati Porou possesses one of the most significant natural features on earth - Hikurangi Mountain. It is the first place to see the sun of every new day, because of its special location in relation to the international dateline. It is 137km from Gisborne City and 205km from Opotiki. Hikurangi stands at 1754 metres. The Hikurangi track is located on Pakihiroa Station 3km from the turnoff from SH35 (signposted). This track runs through private land, and may be closed from time to time. You should therefore enquire as to the situation regarding access. Te Runanga O Ngati Porou is the custodian of the hut which is located 10km up the mountain from the bridge and Pakihiroa Station entrance. 4 Wheel Drive Tours are available. Hut fees $15 per person.
For more details / to make a booking contact the Ngati Porou Information Centre.
Kerry Johnston
Ph 06 867 9960 or
Mobile 021 676 910
Ngati Porou Tourism
Ruatoria
Ph 06 864 9004
Te Aio o Nukutaimemeha is a 45 metre long waka which lies at the mouth of the Waiapu River. It is still considered one of the largest Waka Taua of its kind in the world. Ten years in the making, this Taonga (treasure) belongs to the descendants of Maui-Tikitiki-a-Taranga. Te Aio o Nukutaimemeha is situated in Rangitukia on private land, and may be closed from time to time. You should therefore enquire as to the situation regarding access. Te Runanga o Ngati Porou are the custodians of the Waka. Entry fee $5 per person. History tours are available. Bookings required.
Ron Nepe
PO Box 847
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 8109
Email ronald.nepe@trotak.iwi.nz
Wainui Rd
GISBORNE
PO Box 394 or 195
Ph 06 867 9960
Fax 06 867 5335
A/h Ph 021 676 910
Email porou.ariki@xtra.co.nz
Website www.ngatiporou.iwi.nz