Essentials
Whakatane
There are 3 large supermarkets - New World, Countdown and Pak'n'Save.
New World Whakatane
51 Kakahoroa DrCountdown Whakatane
125 Commerce StPAK'nSAVE Whakatane
45 King StEntertainment & Activities
WhakaMax Movies
99 The StrandScreening 5 films.
Whakatane Golf Course
181 Golf Links RdVisitors always welcome.
Ohope International Golf Club
541 Harbour RdEnjoy a round in beautiful surroundings.
Everything Else
Awakeri Hot Springs
1363 State Hwy 30Natural mineral hot springs about 20 minutes drive away.
Parks & Nature
Ohiwa Harbour
Because it's as pretty as a picture postcard.
Nga Tapuwae O Toi Track
Beautiful bush walk
Children's Play Area, Basketball court, picnic tables and gas barbecues all make this a favourite family gathering place. Sit in the shade of our beautiful old Pohutukawa trees to enjoy an ice cream or watch the children play.
Mahy Reserve
Children's Play Area, Basketball court, picnic tables and gas barbecues all make this a favourite family gathering place. Sit in the shade of our beautiful old Pohutukawa trees to enjoy an ice cream or watch the children play.
Arts & Culture
Excellent small permanent display featuring local history.
6 locals recommend
Whakatāne Library and Exhibition Centre
49 Kakahoroa DrExcellent small permanent display featuring local history.
Food Scene
Real fruit ice creams or frozen yoghurt cones are a treat during the summer months. A great place for all the family to pick your own berries, visit the children's zoo or play mini-putt.
16 locals recommend
Julians Berry Farm & Cafe
12 Huna RdReal fruit ice creams or frozen yoghurt cones are a treat during the summer months. A great place for all the family to pick your own berries, visit the children's zoo or play mini-putt.
Great coffee and equally good food in a unique venue using refurbished shipping containers!
17 locals recommend
Moxi Cafe
Great coffee and equally good food in a unique venue using refurbished shipping containers!