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PĀPĀMOA BEACH The Pāpāmoa suburb, south of the Mount, has 16km of pristine beaches. When the sun’s out, there’s no better place to flop and drop.
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PĀPĀMOA PLAZA With over 40 covered stores, if you’ve got money to burn, this mall will help you burn it.
along several undulating trails. out of a 1986 Bedford van, grab coffees, smoothies and scones by the beach at Pāpāmoa Domain. Cooler than cool, it’s the epitome of laid-back surf culture.
COMVITA CAFÉ AND SHOP The staff provide visitors with an enthralling tour of the store, fully explaining the history of Comvita, mānuka honey and its health benefits. Don’t miss a scoop of honey ice cream from the adjoining café.
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THE DAILY CAFÉ No ordinary café, The Daily is a community. The menu is three, simple meals options and the fair-trade coffee supports Cambodian villages. All profits go back into Te Puke community.
MATATĀ WILDLIFE REFUGE RESERVE Located in Matatā, 30 minutes along the coast from Te Puke, there are walkways and picnic tables. Walk 5km further along the shoreline and you’ll find an excellent birdwatching shelter.
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BLOKARTING Have a go at this seriously fun wind-powered toy. Small and easy to manoeuvre, get down to Baystation for a quick tuition and then enjoy 30 minutes of tarmac sailing.
RAPARAPAHOE FALLS The waterfall has a large lagoon with crystal clear water, ideal for swimming. The walk takes approximately 30 minutes return and is steep in places. Dogs are also welcome.
LEARN TO SURF Go and see the guys at Hakanini Surf School. Ideal for beginners because the swell is usually smaller in Pāpāmoa than Mt Maunganui and the crowds far fewer.
Trails
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PĀPĀMOA HILLS REGIONAL PARK/TE RAE O PĀPĀMOA Explore this 135ha park and enjoy unprecedented views from a 224m-high summit. Seven pā sites
KAIATE/TE REREKAWAU FALLS Take the forest trail down a series of steep steps to Kaiate Falls where, in thick foliage, there’s a large, deep swimming lagoon and shaded areas for a picnic.
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Moxi Café Soak up the summer rays at this funky open-air café. Built from shipping containers, it’s not just cool, the menu is darn tasty, too. Open every day from 7am-2.30pm Ōhope Beach © Bay of Plenty Tourism
Ōhope Ōhope Beach Just 8km from Whakatāne, make the most of 11km of golden beach. Stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking and surfing are all popular, notably because it’s one of safest surf beaches in the country.
then get on the water for jet skiing, fishing, kayaking and more.
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Ōhiwa Harbour Separated from Ōhope by a giant sandspit, look out for godwits migrating from Alaska,
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One of those achingly beautiful places that instantly impresses. Accessible only by foot or kayak, pack a picnic and discover white sands and rocky islets via a 15-minute walk from West End in Ōhope, or a 10-minute paddle by boat.
Fisherman’s Wharf Café/ Restaurant Drinking up harbour views and come dinnertime, spectacular sunsets, sitting on the deck under raffia parasols is akin to enjoying a sundowner in Rarotonga. Ōhiwa Oyster Farm Boasting a peaceful spot on the water’s edge, rock up to this oyster and seafood shack for the freshest catch, then sit beside the harbour and enjoy the no hurry, no worries vibe. Kayak Ōhiwa Harbour Explore the pristine harbour and its many islands and sandbars with KG Kayaks. View rays, fish and abundant birdlife – and orca if you’re lucky. Pitstops for homemade coffee and cakes are a welcome touch. FAR LEFT: Ōhope Beach © Adobe Stock ABOVE: Kiwifruit orchard, Te Puke © Bay of Plenty Tourism
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