WELCOMING , SAFE & RELAXING
DID YOU KNOW ?
Of the 8,230 inhabitants of the Wairoa District approximately 59 % are of Māori descend making it a place where traditions can be experienced in the day to day life .
A CREATIVE MaORI CULTURE
The district of Wairoa ( Te Wairoa ) is one of life ’ s best-kept secrets . The rich indigenous heritage , paired with its natural beauty , makes Te Wairoa a ‘ must visit ’ in New Zealand . Come visit our new Long River Art Gallery on the bank of the meandering Wairoa River ( the full name of the River is ‘ Te Wairoa Hōpūpū Hōnengenenge Mātangi Rau ’ which means ‘ the long , bubbling , swirling , uneven waters ’) that provides an opportunity for local artists to showcase their work .
A NATURAL AND AUTHENTIC ENVIRONMENT
While here why not extend your stay and enjoy some of the stunning New Zealand scenery such as :
LAKE WAIKAREMOANA - Home to one of New Zealand ’ s nine great walks , waterfalls , a lake on an island in a lake and wildlife . Spend a day or a week : There is so much to explore !
MoRERE HOTSPRINGS - Enjoy a soak in hundreds of years old mineral water or go for a walk in the jungle like bush .
MaHIA PENINSULA - The beaches are breathtakingly beautiful with famous surf and fishing locations . This is a popular spot with the locals to relax .
WHAKAMAHIA BEACH - A fantastic beach for fishing showcasing the rugged beauty of Wairoa .
Whakamahia Beach