Whakatane Travel Guide
New Zealand
Whakatane is a town of 18,602 people in New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty region. It is served by Whakatane Airport, making air travel the most direct option for visitors arriving by plane.
The coastline is close by, with Ōhope Beach 11.0 kilometres from Whakatane. Other nearby options include Ōhope Recreation Reserve at 12.4 kilometres, Te Awa a te Atua Beach at 14.8 kilometres, Kohioawa Beach at 19.0 kilometres and Waiotahe Beach at 28.8 kilometres.
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Know before you go
Pays in NZD
Plug type Type I (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 111
Dial code +64
Tipping: Tipping is not customary in New Zealand, and service staff are generally paid a living wage. It is not expected, but a small gesture for exceptional service is always appreciated.
Best time to visit Whakatane
Jan
22°17Feb
22°14Mar
21°8Apr
20°14May
17°12Jun
15°11Jul
14°10Aug
14°9Sep
16°11Oct
18°12Nov
20°11Dec
22°13Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Whakatane
Ōhope Beach
11 km away
Ōhope Recreation Reserve
12.4 km away
Te Awa a te Atua Beach
14.8 km away
Kohioawa Beach
19 km away
Waiotahe Beach
28.8 km away
Tāhunaroa Beach
31.2 km away
Hikuwai Beach
35.1 km away
Things to do in Whakatane
Blueberry Corner
arts and entertainment
1.7 km
Getting there
Whakatane Airport · 0 km
Frequently asked Questions
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