Family Activities

Olympic Pool

Hendrik Roos
Centenial Marine Drive
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 6220
Email olympicpool@gdc.govt.nz

Whether you enjoy an early morning swim or you just like water recreation sports, chances are the aquatic and activity centre at the Olympic Pool Complex is for you.  50m indoor heated pool, 33m outdoor pool, dive pool, spa and therapy pool, hydro slide, toddlers pool, BBQ facilities.

Summer hours (Sep - Apr) 
6am - 8pm Daily
Winter hours (May -  Aug)
6am - 8pm weekdays
8am - 6pm Saturday and Sunday
Public Holidays: 8am - 6pm

Gisborne City Vintage Rail WA165

Peter Brough
PO Box 893
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 3563
Website www.gcvr.org.nz

Loco shed is open every Saturday morning 9am - 12pm at the Wharf end of the Railway.  The Steam Train WA165 runs occasionally to Beach Loop - an incredible 3 hour journey that takes in spectacular views of the East Coast. Bookings at the Gisborne i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Waka Toa Tours

Kohi & Paku Kingi

Tel 64 6 868 5425

Mobile 027 431 9249

Website www.wakatoa.com

 

For generations, Maori people living in the district of Te Tairawhiti North Island, New Zealand preserved the sprit and traditions of our magnificent culture.

Exspect to be emotionally stirred when you take part in the spiritual, and highly professional experience that is Waka Toa. Fun, educational and entertaining, Waka Toa performances are an experience for people of all ages.

Let Waka Toa welcome you to our family here in Te Tairawhiti, or share our culture with you futher afield. 

 

Bay Excursions - inner Harbour - MV Takitimu 1921 Historical Restoration Project

Phone 0274 749 360 or 0272 944 773
Email mvtakitimu@gmail.com

A good 1 hour trip morning/day/evening.  Coffee, Tea & Juice Provided BYO Licence Food can be provided by arrangement.
Prices on application.  Private hire available. 

Mini Golf

Gisborne Information Centre
209 Grey St
GISBORNE
Ph 06 868 6139
Fax 06 868 6138
Email info@gisbornenz.com

A newly re-vamped 18 hole course - fun for all ages!  $5 per person.

Lysnar Valley Equestrian Ltd

Trudy & Sarah Aitken
PO Box 2055
Lysnar Street
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 2677 or 06 867 6066
Mobile 021 806 081
Email dj.tj.aitken@xtra.co.nz

One Stop Golf Shop & Driving Range

PO Box 281
Main Road
Makaraka
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 8839

Resident Professional Dave Keown (NZPGA;AAA)

All weather driving range and professional golf shop - open seven days from 10am to 7pm.  Two minutes drive from city centre.  Hire clubs or bring your own.  50 & 100 ball buckets from $5.  Full range of golf equipment and accessories at competitive prices.  Professional coaching. 

Odeon Multiplex Theatre

Gladstone Road
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 3339
Fax 06 868 1230
Email odean4@gisborne.net.nz
Website http://www.gisbornespecials.co.nz/odeon-theatre-gisborne-what-s-on 

Four theatres screening the latest movies daily.  Air conditioned, Dolby DTS Sound, Curved Screens and Cafe.

Down to Earth

Gary Simmons
131 Ormond Rd
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 0901
Freephone 0800 787 999
Email gary@downtoearth.co.nz
Website www.downtoearth.co.nz

Unwind with a massage. Aromatherapy massage, pain relief, relaxation, sports massage and acupressure. Bookings essential.

HB Williams Memorial Library

Peel St
PO Box 747
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 6709
Fax 06 867 9068
Email info@gpl.govt.nz
Website www.gpl.govt.nz

Snorkeling/Nga Tai Ora - Healthy Oceans Marine Experience

Joe and Murray Palmer
Postal Addess: 79 Paraone Road, GISBORNE
Office: 3 Treble Court, GISBORNE
Ph 06-868 7133
Mobile 021 079 2101
Email tairawhiti.info@clear.net.nz
Website www.nmtt.co.nz

Te Tairawhiti - the place where the sun rises from the sea.  We invite you to join us on a snorkeling adventure to Te Tapuwae o Rongokako Marine Reserve, an area of approximately 2450 hectares 20 minutes north of Gisborne city, or to another of our rich and diverse coastal environments.  Our tutors are qualified snorkelling instructors and environmantal educators, and have a good knowledge of the district's history and traditions.  There are areas suitable for all levels of skill and interest, but trips are weather dependent and booking essential.  Equipment, transport and food available.  Please phone or email for more information to make a booking.

Dive Tatapouri - Feed the Stingrays

SH 35, Tatapouri
Dean and Chris Savage
Ph  (06) 868 5153
Email divetatapouri@xtra.co.nz
Website www.divetatapouri.com

Discover Tangaroa and its children - Dive Tatapouri situated on the waterfront 10 mins from Gisborne is the perfect place to unwind while soaking up the local culture, history and unique marine surroundings.

Reef Ecology Tour - walk across the reef at low tide and watch our guides feed wild stingrays, eagle rays and other reef dwellers.  A great experience for all ages.  Waders provided.  Allow at least 2 hrs for the activity, bookings essential and weather dependant.  Shark cage diving and Rere Rockslide guided trips also available. 

Eastender Horse Treks

Reg & Jacqui Kaa

Location: Eastender Backpackers

Rangitukia Rd, Tikitiki
ph 06 864 3033
Email info@eastenderhorsetreks.co.nz
Website www.eastenderhorsetreks.co.nz

Beach, bush, river crossings, hills and stunning East Coast scenery. Two hour horse treks for absolute beginners, children to experienced riders. Professional outfit with safety and riding instruction. 2 hours North of Gisborne, highly rated and lots of fun for individuals, families and groups. Please check out our website. THE best way to explore the East Coast is on horse back!                

Morere Hot Springs

Main Rd, SH2
MORERE
Ph 06 837 8856
Fax 06 837 8873
Email morere.hot.springs@xtra.co.nz
Website http://www.morerehotsprings.com/default.aspx

Public and private thermal pools in a beautiful bush setting.  Famous for its nikau palms. Choice of bush walks.  Also freshwater, cold swimming pools, BBQ and picnic areas.  A must for visitors wanting to experience the most beautiful mineral pools in New Zealand in a unique, spectacular setting.

The Stone Studio

237 Stanley Road
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 3900
Fax 06 867 3900
Mobile 027 244 6699
Email stonestudionz@clear.net.nz
Website www.stonestudionz.co.nz

Stone Studio NZ at the beach end of Stanley Road for genuine New Zealand Greenstone carvings inspired by nature and our surroundings.
View the carvers at work while you browse a wide selection of New Zealand gifts.

Emerald Beauty Spa

Louise Britz
Level 1, Emerald Hotel
13 Gladstone Rd
Gisborne
Ph 06 868 9179
Email emeraldspa101@gmail.com

Emerald Beauty Spa had its launch on 31 October 2009. Emerald Beauty Spa is the first of its kind in Gisborne and we endeavour to be the best. We pride ourselves on our services and always strive to give a superior service to our clients. We use only the best quality skincare and cosmetic products and place customer satisfaction at the top of our list. Our Theravine Spa range fits right in with the vineyard culture in the Gisborne. TheraVine has been developed from the indigenous Pinotage cultivar grape seeds, grape skins & grapevine leaves and is a world-renowned and highly scientific spa treatment range. Indio is our Cosmeceutical skincare range and can only be prescribed by qualified aestheticians. We consider ourselves to be highly trained professionals in our field and will give you expert advice regarding your skin care needs. Call us now or pop in to experience our Spa first hand. We look forward to seeing you.

Seaview Natural Healing Centre

Norman Weiss
32 Douglas Street
Wainui Beach
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 2790
Email normandiana@clear.net.nz

Phone for an appointment.  Specialising in sport, relaxing, pregnancy and therapeutic massage as well as other natural healing.  National certificate in Massage, Sports Massage and Aromatherapy as well as a professional member of the Massage Institute of New Zealand Inc.  1hr full body $40; 1/2 hr $25

Top to Toe Relaxation

Julie Turnpenny
Qualified Massage Therapist
30 Repongaere Rd
GISBORNE
Ph 06 862 7516
Mobile 021 375 387
Email julie@tpa.co.nz

High quality - Private - Country atmosphere.Professional remedial massage for overall benefits. Relaxation, pregnancy, reflexology. Mobile service to you. Gift vouchers available. Appointments essential.

East Cape Manuka Company

Pacific Coast Highway SH35
TE ARAROA
Ph 06 864 4826
Fax 06 864 4824
Freephone 0508 MANUKA (0508 626 852)
Email info@eastcapemanuka.co.nz
Website www.eastcapemanuka.co.nz

Located on SH35 between Te Araroa and Hicks Bay on the rugged and remote East Cape of New Zealand.   In 1992 laboratory tests identified that a small area of the East Cape of the North Island contained an unusual type of Manuka tree with powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties.  Good off highway parking for buses and campervans.  Group tours by prior arrangement.  The on-site cafe and shop sells coffee, fruit smoothies icecreams, drinks and food as well as a large range of manuka honey products.  Open seven days from November to April and weekdays the remainder of the year.

Ngatapa Valley Experience

John Sherratt
Ph 06 863 9852
Fax 06 863 9842
Email john.sherratt@xtra.co.nz

Come and visit us in the Ngatapa Valley and enjoy country hospitality at its absolute best. Our packages can include: Farmstay accommodation, visits to world famous Eastwoodhill Arboretum, country gardens, local furniture makers and Shalimar Winery, farm walks, farm bike tours, hunting and golf for the active. Guided sightseeing tours around Eastland.

Pacific Coast Macadamias

Pacific Coast Highway 35
Whanarua Bay
EAST CAPE
Ph 07 325 2960
Fax 07 325 2964
Website www.macanuts.co.nz
Email info@macanuts.co.nz

Enjoy a coffee and some of the delicious macadamia and manuka honey recipies from the Nut House Cafe as you sit and admire the macadamia orchard, which overlooks the ocean and has 400 trees of different ages and varieties.  Native birds are also fond of the garden, which includes bananas, avocados and impatients as well as natives Puriri and Pohutakawa.  Keep your friends happy or indulge yourself by selecting some of the beautifully presented macadamia products from their well-stocked shop.

Nail Glamour

Mia Law
257 Gladstone Road
GISBORNE
Ph 868 3456
Mobile 021 627 233
Email nail_glamour@xtra.co.nz

Performing a various range of services and treatments. Acrylic and Gel nails, French and Coloured French Polishes, Manicures, Pedicures, Paraffin Wax treatments, Nail Art, Party Tips. Gift Vouchers available. Open 6 days, 2 late nights.

Sundance Party Entertainment

Kevin & Dianna Barwick
375 Matokitoki Valley Road, RD 1
GISBORNE
Ph 06 867 6910

Private children's functions.  Animals, merry-go-round, train rides, bouncy castles, pony rides.  Ponies and bouncy castles available for hire. "Putting the Bounce back in your Party"

Gisborne Child Minding Agency

Bianca 868 1403 or 021 630 3088 or
Lisa 027 552 4404
Email gisbornechildminding@live.com
Web site: www.babysitterservices.co.nz

We are vetted child carers ready to come to you venue of choice accompanied with a box of age appropriate toys to care for a group of up to 4 children. Minimum of 3 hrs for $55.00. $18.00hr thereafter, based on a maximum of 4 children.  Larger bookings can be made by arrangement. Group Bookings Full Charters up to 30 Pax, social clubs and groups

For Sailing Times & Arrangements Contact Trevor, Ph 06 867 9757/027 294 4773 or Brian Ph 868 8940/0274 749 360/Wk Ph 867 3541. Sailing times - (weather permitting) 2pm Sundays (commencing Labour Weekend), Summer season - Wednesday and Friday 6pm, Sunday 2pm.

Gisborne Cycle Tours

06 927 7021
Website www.gisbornecycletours.co.nz
Email info@gisbornecycletours.co.nz

The fun way for you and your family to see Gisborne.  Hire a cruiser or tour bike and head for the beaches, hills or mountains. 

Gisborne Horse Treks and Riding Lessons

Marsala Delziel
169 Russell Road, RD2
Ngatapa
GISBORNE
Phone 06 8639823

Based 20 minutes drive out of Gisborne.  They have 20 years equestrian experience and have a vast selection of horses to suit all levels of riders abilities.  Treks and riding lessons can be designed to suit your individual or group requirements.  Prices start at $40 per hour.  All equestrian equipment is supplied, the use of helmets are compulsory.

Blitz Surf School

Euan Nelson
34 Wainui Rd
GISBORNE

Ph/fax: (06) 8684428
Mobile 028 2580 9397
Website:  www.blitzsurf.co.nz
Email:  euanblitzsurf@callplus.net.nz
Facebook:  Blitz Surf Shop Gisborne

 Gisborne has got to be probably the best place in NZ to learn how to surf.  With coastlines facing south and east, a 180 degree window for picking up super consistent swell (Gisborne rarely goes flat for long), fantastic weather, beaches to suit all levels and better rates for lessons than other surf towns in NZ.  Learn to surf with the knowlegable local crew from Blitz Surf Shop.  Learners, improvers and also elite surf coaching is available.  Plus we sponsor womens only surf days (Wahine on Waves) every summer.  Both group and private lessons are available with our NZ qualified surf coaches and we are mobile so you'll never be stuck with somewhere to go.  All surfboards and wetsuits are provided AND you'll get a couple of hours free hireage of our gear to practice what you've learnt.  We've great rates, plus concessions are available.  Don't forget...nowhere else in Gisborne can offer you deals on a new surfboard or wetsuit after your life has changed and you've taken up surfing with the Blitz Surf School.

Walking on Water Surf School

Liz Alder
Ph. 8632969
M.0223130213
Email: liz@wowsurfschool.com      
Website:http://www.wowsurfschool.com/

Walking on Water is a Surf School based in Gisborne, New Zealand. We teach all ages and all walks of life to Surf. Open everyday, the school's goal is to give you a safe and super fun surfing experience and share the joy of surfing with you!
Our team of fully qualified female and male instructors are stoked to offer a variety of tried and tested techniques that help both Adults and Kids get up and riding waves in no time!!
Whether you are completely new to the sport, advanced an intermediate surfer or just someone that picks up a board in the summer time we can help you advance to the next level in your surfing.
We offer Video analysis, gift vouchers, Fun Group Sessions for Family, Friends, Work mates, School Groups, Youth Groups, Women's Groups, Sports Clubs, Xmas and Birthday Parties.
We are registered with the National Surfing body-Surfing New Zealand, so you can be certain that our team  are well positioned to give you safe and up to date coaching.
Kids $35, Group Lessons $50, Private $75, check out our website for more options!