TAIRĀWHITI GISBORNE is ripe for exploring

Discover Tairāwhiti Gisborne

THE EAST COAST IN A WHOLE NEW LIGHT

From sacred mountains to the shores of the vast Pacific Ocean, Tairāwhiti Gisborne is a stunning and unique corner of Aotearoa made for discovery.

Looking back to the arrival of great Polynesian voyagers, Captain James Cook’s landing and the very first encounter between Māori and European, Tairāwhiti is a significant region steeped in New Zealand culture and history.

Tairāwhiti means ‘the coast upon which the sun shines across the water’, so as the first place in the world to see the sunrise each day, there’s plenty of time to explore unspoilt beaches and flourishing vineyards, connect with the welcoming people of this land and discover New Zealand in a whole new light.

Tairāwhiti is home to some truly unique experiences. From significant historical landmarks to stunning natural wonders, Tairāwhiti is an extraordinary Tairāwhiti means ‘the coast upon which the sun shines across the water’, so as the first place in the world to see the sunrise each day, there’s plenty of time to explore

mix of must-see and must-do attractions and experiences.

Follow the beautiful East Coast from north to south, travel scenic State Highway 35 from Ōpōtiki along winding roads through picturesque towns down to the city hub of Gisborne. With the pounding surf of the Pacific on one side, and a rich history of settlements, inns and marae on the other, the journey around Tairāwhiti’s East Cape is one of the world’s great drives.

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Highlights include the impossibly long wharf at Tolaga Bay, the magnificent Tikitiki Church, the beautiful whakairo (carvings) at Maunga Hikurangi, and the interactive stingray encounter at Dive Tatapouri.

Enjoy beautiful beaches, relaxed towns, stunning surf breaks, beautiful hot springs and bush-clad walking tracks.

Stargazing, mountain biking and one of New Zealand’s favourite waterfalls, these are just some of the inland gems not to be missed.

Tairāwhiti Gisborne is one of the first wine regions in New Zealand and is recognised globally for its chardonnay, viognier, gewürztraminer and chenin blanc.

The world-class vineyards offer cellar doors to indulge your passion for wine and food. Food and hospitality come from the same source: from the land, to the people and then to you.

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CORPORATE HOSPITALITY PACKAGES

WITNESS THE MATCH RACING ACTION LIVE AND UP CLOSE!

Land Based, Shared & Private Charter packages are available to purchase online. Entertain your staff, clients or friends and feel the thrill of America’s Cup racing in comfort and style.

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Tairāwhiti is home to some truly unique experiences

Tairāwhiti is Aotearoa’s surf capital. It arguably has New Zealand’s best breaks and you can guarantee a choice of surf for every age and level of expertise; there are kilometres of world-class breaks, suitable for all ages.

Adventure beckons from beyond the surf too, making Tairāwhiti Gisborne an outdoor nirvana. Spanning from the top of the East Cape to the treasures of Tūranganui-a-Kiwa Gisborne, the captivating mix of destinations in Tairāwhiti is as breath-taking for first-time visitors as it is to those who frequently journey to these shores. To further explore this slice of paradise and start planning your unique Tairāwhiti itinerary, visit www.tairawhitigisborne.co.nz

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TOP FIVE TO-DOS

1. MAUNGAHIKURANGI

Standing on top of a secluded, sacred mountain top welcoming the first sunrise in the world is even more spectacular than it sounds. Journey up the North Island’s highest non-active peak with an expert

Ngāti Porou guide by your side.

www.maungahikurangi.com 2. DIVETATAPOURI

Famous for its interactive reef tour with wild stingrays, Dive Tatapouri is a must-do experience that will deliver plenty of unbelievable photo ops for your

Instagram feed. www.divetatapouri.com 3. VINEYARDS

From chardonnay, pinot gris to merlot, there are over two dozen local Gisborne wines available, so find your favourite vineyard and enjoy some wining and dining in the most picture-perfect settings.

www.gisbornewine.co.nz

4. EASTCAPELIGHTHOUSE

Perched above Otiki Hill in Te Araroa, the iconic East Cape Lighthouse sits on the easternmost point of New Zealand and is absolute magic at sunrise; it is surrounded by pristine coastline and out-of-this-world views.

www.tairawhitigisborne.co.nz/ listings/operator/1396/ east-cape-lighthouse 5. GISBORNERAILBIKEADVENTURE

This is a unique tandem railbike cycle on 90 spectacular kilometres of coastal railway between Gisborne and Wairoa. There’s nothing quite like watching the scenery unfold as you pedal across stunning native forest, through enchanting tunnels and viaducts.

www.railbikes.nz