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Te Puke Must-Do's
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.
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.
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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.
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.
Kiwifruit orchard, Te Puke © Bay of Plenty Tourism
KIWIFRUIT CAPITAL OF NEW ZEALAND An enormous model kiwifruit stands on the outskirts of Te Puke, hinting (albeit not subtly) at the town's greatest export. Yes, this is the kiwifruit capital of New Zealand.
