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Even in winter, this is a beautiful spot. The road down to the beach is an amazing drive.

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Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Devonport’s Village: A Self Guided Wheelchair-Friendly Audio Tour: $6
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With kids	Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket Auckland: Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket Auckland Harbour Cruise Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland Half-day Discover Auckland City Sightseeing Tour

What to do in East Coast

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Great beaches in this area all sand, and a of choices for swimming as its a peninsula, the odd space rocket gets fired off too :-)

Mahia Beach

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Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Mahia Beach during your travels in Mahia?

Ohope Beach

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Explore the great outdoors at Ohope Beach, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

Morere Hot Springs

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You can take time to visit Morere Hot Springs during your travels to Morere. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

Gisborne Hospital

Though Gisborne Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gisborne while you are here.

East Cape Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of East Cape when you stop by East Cape Lighthouse. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Gisborne Harbour

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Explore the waterfront in Gisborne with a trip to Gisborne Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Ohope International Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Ohope at Ohope International Golf Club. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

Whakatane Hospital

Though Whakatane Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Whakatane while you are here.

Maraetotara Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Maraetotara Reserve, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

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Waiotahi

While there might not be top attractions in Waiotahi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ohope Beach and Opotiki Beach.

Maraetotara

If you're spending some time in Maraetotara, Otarawairere Bay and Bay of Plenty are top sights worth seeing.

Whakatane is a Maori word and the 'wh' is pronounced like an 'f'. The statute of Wairaka is at the mouth of the Whakatane River in the Bay of Plenty area on the North Island.

Whakatāne Town

If you're spending some time in Whakatāne Town, Whakatane River Walk and Mataatua: The House That Came Home are top sights worth seeing.

Want to be one of the first to see the sunrise in the world?

Camping on the east coast in Gisborne; highlight of our trip.

Gisborne Central

If you're spending some time in Gisborne Central, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Sunshine Brewery are top sights worth seeing.

Wainui

Wainui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach while you're in town.

Kaiti

If you're spending some time in Kaiti, Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Kaiti Hill are top sights worth seeing.

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