Tourist Attractions in Gisborne, New Zealand

Gisborne offer some very good attractions for tourists. From fantastic wineries to fishing, day tours, or adrenaline. Below a list of the main attractions in Gisborne...

Attractions	Description
The Inner harbour	With a Marina and a Port offering an pleasant area for coffees and restaurants, in the heart of the city, you can take advantage of the local delights of Gisborne.
Morere Hot Springs	Is said to be one of the prettiest hot mineral water swimming pools of NZ. It is located in the middle of forests and tracks to walk. It has option of private, public or fresh cold water pools plus a picnic area.
Gisborne Wine Company	Considered the capital of Chardonnay Wine in NZ, with more than 2000 hectares of plantation of grapes, many tours to visit the vineyards and taste different wines.
Pier de Tolaga Bay	600 meters of Pier, 54 km from Gisborne is located the historical Pier of Tolaga The beach is popular for picnics.
Surf e praias de Gisbone e Arredores	Many beaches and Surf Poits. Wainui beach (6k) has surf and with luck you may see whales type Sperm Whales.
Farol do Cabo Este	Historical Marco. Panoramic views of the entire coast. Access by Maoris properties
Ashworth Helicopters	From Gisborne, tours specialized in safaris to hunt and fish plus visit wild places of the East Coast. Be the first to see the sun rises at the Mt Hikurangi.
Animal Krackers Pet Park	Park with variety of farm animals and miniatures. It enchants adults and kids. Mini-horses, Emús, lhamas and many tiny pets.
Mount Hikuranki	At this mountain is possible to be the first a to see the sun rise in the world, because of the date line. Just 137 km from Gisborne with1754 m height. The trail to Hikurangi starts from Pakihiroa Station 3km of exit SH35 (signalised). That is located in a private area and sometimes it is closed.
Mahia Peninsula	North of Wairoa, The Mahia Peninsula with 21km is spectacular. Excellent fishing, diving and surf. It is worth to check this place.
Surfit Shark Cage Experience & Fishing Carters	Dive face to face with Mako sharks. See then very close in special safe cages for snorkelling. They offer also boats for fishing and equipment.
New Zealand Safari Adventures	Opportunity to make an authentic expedition of hunting and adventure just half an hour from the city. Tangihau Station with 1600 acres of native forest and spectaculars panoramic scenes. Hunting of red deers with expert guides. Stay in rustic cabins in the forest or comfortable accommodations with food.
Capitain Cook Statue	Do not miss the opportunity to take a photo next to the famous Captain Cook in Gisborne.
Sungate Kayak & Surf Hire	Rental all kinds of equipment to take advantage of the nature and adventures in Gisborne. Ocean kayaks, Wave skis, Surfboards, bicycles, material for fishing and all the sports.
Gisborne City Vintage Rail WA165	Steam locomotive makes a 3 hour journey with spectaculars views of the coast. Every Saturdays.
East Land Aquaculture	Paua Shell farm. It is possible to see growth practice, and the development of an unique system for farming Paua Shell.
Faram Helicopters	Explore to East Coast in a helicopter - Motu River, Mount Hikurangi, White Island, Ruakituri Falls, Lake Waikaremoana, Mahia and the option to combine activities such a fishing, hunting and adventures with rafting, picnics and visits to vineyards.
City Limo	Visit the city with class and comfort in a Limousine with driver. All information will be provided and the opportunity to meet wine producers personally, taste different types and qualities of wine in addition to 1 free bottle.
Rere Falls & Rock Slide	Excellent park with cascades and natural toboggan slips. Bring your board or any thing that slides.
Whalerider Tours	Guide tours by the Hone Taumaunu, the cultural consultant of the film “Whale Rider”. Visit Whangara, the place where the film was done and about the history that inspired the film.
Mahia Dive & Fish	Mahia Peninsula is Mecca for fishing and diving, special for lobster, paua and kina. Spectaculars clear waters for snorkelling and deep diving. It leaves from Wairoa.
Adventure Education & Dive Tatapouri	Scuba Diving in the fantastic Ariel Reef. Snorkelling and diving in the Marine Reserve. “Deep Blue” is a Charter Boat specially built for fishing and diving. Leaves from Gisborne.
Opotoki	The local offers several options for aquatic sports such as White water Rafting and Jet boating in Motu and Mohaka Rivers.
Eastwoodhill Arboretum	Located 35km West of Gisborne, over there is possible to see the major collection of trees, plants and shrubs of New Zealand and from all the North Hemisphere. The reserve has gardens, lakes and fantastic trails. Access by 45 min. from the forest.
Te Reinga Falls Scenic Reserve	One short stroll takes to a lookout where you can see a waterfall of 35 meters falling over the Wairoa River.
TW Wineward	Local to taste famous wines such as Chardonnay, Semiilon, Voignier, Melbec/Merlot and worth the visit to vineyards.
Chalet Surf Lodge Surf Board Hire /Lessons	Surfboards to rent and individual classes or in a group. Accommodation in Surf Lodge. The guests can use Body Boards and Bicycles.
David Dods Trout Fishing	Fish with aTrout fishing Professional with 30 years of experience. Fishing Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout.
Tairawhiti Museum	Museum with awarded collection of European Maoris artefacts and extensive display of photos and art. It has a shop specialized in crafts and local art
Takaputahi Ventures	Tours offering a wild experience in one of the most remote valleys with trails, fishing, kayaking y rafting. Comfortable cabins complete with food and all included. In Opotiki.

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