Stand-Up Paddle Boarding

Learn to paddle board on Ohiwa Harbour which offers wonderful paddling, with plenty of beaches to stop for a rest.

As part of the Port Ohope General Store and Café, you can learn to SUP between Ohiwa Harbour and Ohope Beach which provides a variety of conditions from flat and sheltered to ocean surf. Lessons include an introduction to the equipment, and quick session on technique and safety before hitting the water with an instructor who will help navigate you on the water as you discover Ohiwa Harbour.

Get Inspired.

Upcoming Event: Sun to Surf Half Marathon

If you’re looking for a new challenge at an idyllic ocean-side location then the Sun to Surf Half Marathon is a must-do event.

Upcoming Event: Local Wild Food Challenge

Local Wild Food Challenge at Mahy Reserve, Ohope on Saturday, 2nd February 2019

Upcoming Event: Toi's Challenge

A multi terrain 18 km run, relay and fun walk starting at Rex Morpeth Park through stunning bush, beach and cliff top circuit following the historic steps of Toi on Sunday, 18 November 2018 in Whakatane.

Upcoming Event: Classics At Ohope

13 April 2019 - Retro Caravans, Ford Mustangs, Falcon GTs & Hot Rods on display + Entertainment & Food

Mata Beers

Mata Brewery tasting room is now open. Opening hours Sunday to Thursday 12pm to 6pm. Fridays and Saturdays 12 to 9pm. Located at 17 Gateway Crescent, Whakatane.

Mataatua, Te Manuka Tutahi

Your journey at Mataatua (The Face of God) will Ignite the Soul within, as you discover the extraordinary story of the house that has travelled through time.

Slipway Smoke Shack

Enjoy fresh seafood and snacks with a local Mata craft beer or special cocktail of the day while taking in the beautiful Ohiwa harbour surrounds. Open Summer only.

Slipway Smoke Shack

Ohiwa Harbour

Take the kids to Port Ohope Wharf and enjoy a relaxing day out fishing, sailing, kayaking or jumping off the wharf amongst marvellous scenery.

Ohiwa Harbour

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding

Learn to paddle board on Ohiwa Harbour which offers wonderful paddling, with plenty of beaches to stop for a rest.

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding

Mountain Biking

Bring your mountain bike camping with you! Numerous bike trails to choose from with forest and coastal vistas. There are all types of trails to choose from for all abilities.

Mountain Biking

Foodie Tours By Wildside

We specialize in Food, Wine and Cider Tasting Tours in both Tauranga and Whakatane in the beautiful Bay of Plenty.

Foodie Tours By Wildside

Wildside Adventures

Want to SNORKEL in clear blue water or HIKE into the Heart of New Zealand's unspoilt wilderness? Come with us for a Guided NZ adventure a little on the WILDSIDE.

Wildside Adventures

Awakeri Hot Springs

Relax and unwind at Awakeri Hot Springs – thermal mineral pools heated to between 37 and 39 degrees Celsius. The beautifully soft water comes direct from nature. Great to visit on a rainy day!

Awakeri Hot Springs

Ohiwa Macadamias

To all our wonderful customers, unfortunately we wont have our shop open this summer 17/18 while we take some time out. Sorry to disappoint! Don't forget you can still purchase our macadamia products on-line.

Ohiwa Macadamias

Fisherman's Wharf Cafe

A sun filled restaurant right on Ohiwa Harbour; relaxed, fresh and elegantly beachy. Great takeaway Fish-n-Chips too!

Fisherman's Wharf Cafe

Otarawairere Bay

Otarawairere Bay is the hidden jewel of Ohope. Perfect spot for a picnic, a relaxing swim, or just a few hours to lie on the shelly beach and forget about the world for a while.

Otarawairere Bay

Moutohora: Island Sanctuary

A guided nature walk followed by a visit to the island’s Pohutukawa lined hot water beach where you can take a dip or dig in the sand and create your own hot pool.

Moutohora: Island Sanctuary

Motu Trails

The Motu Trails form one of the Great Rides on [Nga Haerenga, the New Zealand Cycle Trail]. Cycle, walk or run over stunning tracks and historic road in the Eastland region of Bay of Plenty.

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding

Learn to paddle board on Ohiwa Harbour which offers wonderful paddling, with plenty of beaches to stop for a rest.

Get Inspired.

Upcoming Event: Sun to Surf Half Marathon

Upcoming Event: Sun to Surf Half Marathon

Upcoming Event: Local Wild Food Challenge

Upcoming Event: Local Wild Food Challenge

Upcoming Event: Toi's Challenge

Upcoming Event: Toi's Challenge

Upcoming Event: Classics At Ohope

Upcoming Event: Classics At Ohope

Mata Beers

Mata Beers

Mataatua, Te Manuka Tutahi

Mataatua, Te Manuka Tutahi

Slipway Smoke Shack

Slipway Smoke Shack

Ohiwa Harbour

Ohiwa Harbour

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding

Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking

Foodie Tours By Wildside

Foodie Tours By Wildside

Wildside Adventures

Wildside Adventures

Awakeri Hot Springs

Awakeri Hot Springs

Ohiwa Macadamias

Ohiwa Macadamias

Fisherman's Wharf Cafe

Fisherman's Wharf Cafe

Otarawairere Bay

Otarawairere Bay

Moutohora: Island Sanctuary

Moutohora: Island Sanctuary

Motu Trails

Motu Trails

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