MAIN CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS & OPERATORS:
TIPUNA TOURS - WHALERIDER
Ph 06 862 6118
Mobile: 027 240 4493
Email tipunatours@gmail.com
Cost $50.00 per person
TIPUNA TOURS - WHALERIDER
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.
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CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
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. |
ALPHA RENTALS
Owner/Operator Bob Wood
Quality Motor Vehicles
Genuine Ngati Porou Owned & Operated
Ph 06 868 7784
Ph 06 862 2816 A/H
Mobile 027 255 4113
From $30 a day, competitive rates, budget & economy cars, full insurance, free pick up and delivery in Gisborne, Auckland Airport pick up and drop off available (conditions apply). Phone for more details.
STRAY GO EAST - EAST CAPE TOURS
Jason Gerrard
Wainui
GISBORNE
Ph 027 535 0011 or 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.
CAPE RUNAWAY MAORI HISTORIC WALKS
June McDonald
Waihau Bay
RD3
OPOTIKI
Ph 07 325 3697
EAST CAPE FISHING CHARTERS
Joe and Marilyn McClutchie
Onepoto Beach Road
HICKS BAY
Ph 06 8644 694
Fax 06 8644 694
Email eastcapefishing@xtra.co.nz
Website www.eastcapefishing.co.nz
Charter Half and full day hire
Cost per person depending on location.
Onepoto Bay is a secluded, tranquil little bay in Hicks Bay (Wharekahika).
Your hosts, Marilyn and Joseph McClutchie jointly operate East Cape Fishing Charters and cater for visitors travelling to the district. They support and promote fishing policy, based on Maori "Tikanga" (customary fishing practice) to ensure fishing is sustainable and fishing areas are not depleted for future generations. "TANGAROA" is a A 7.5-metre o.a., purpose and custom-built aluminium hardtop surveyed for 8 persons. Onepoto Bay is 2 minutes from the Hicks Bay store - central to a number of accommodation options, which also provide meal and eating options.
Your hosts, Marilyn and Joseph McClutchie jointly operate East Cape Fishing Charters and cater for visitors travelling to the district. They support and promote fishing policy, based on Maori "Tikanga" (customary fishing practice) to ensure fishing is sustainable and fishing areas are not depleted for future generations. "TANGAROA" is a A 7.5-metre o.a., purpose and custom-built aluminium hardtop surveyed for 8 persons. Onepoto Bay is 2 minutes from the Hicks Bay store - central to a number of accommodation options, which also provide meal and eating options.
EAST CAPE SCENIC & CULTURAL TOURS
"Escape to the Awesome East Cape"
Marilyn & Joe McClutchie
Onepoto Beach Road
HICKS BAY
Ph 06 864 4694
Website www.eastcapefishing.co.nz
Web offer a quality all inclusive 5 day package consisting of the following:- White Island Scenic Tour, East Cape Scenic Bus Tour, East Cape Lighthouse Tour & History, Movie 'Whale Rider' - Location & History, Quality Authentic Cultural Interaction & History, Maori Medicine - Bush Law - Local Maori Studies, Wine Tasting, NZ's Finest - Hangi Meal and more! Exclusive party of 8 for personal service.
MOUNT HIKURANGI
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:-
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:-
Ngati Porou Tourism
1 Main Street, Ruatoria
Phone 06 864 8660
Email pbrooking@tronp.org.nz
TE AIO O NUKUTAIMEMEHA (THE PEACE OF NUKUTAIMEMEHA)
TRADITIONAL WAKA TAUA (WAR CANOE)
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.
For more details / to make a booking contact:-
Kerry Johnston ph 06 867 9960 or 021 676 910
Ngati Porou Tourism- Ruatoria ph 06 864 9004
TRADITIONAL WAKA TAUA (WAR CANOE)
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.
For more details / to make a booking contact:-
Kerry Johnston ph 06 867 9960 or 021 676 910
Ngati Porou Tourism- Ruatoria ph 06 864 9004
KEY CONTACTS:-
TE RUNANGA O TURANGANUI A KIWA
Ron Nepe
PO Box 847
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 8109
Email ronald.nepe@trotak.iwi.nz
TE RUNANGA O TURANGANUI A KIWA
Ron Nepe
PO Box 847
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 8109
Email ronald.nepe@trotak.iwi.nz
TE RUNANGA O NGATI POROU
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
