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Welcome to Wairoa
As an official i-SITE Visitor Information and Travel Centre, our consultants can offer friendly and informative advice on what to see and do when you are in the Wairoa District. In addition, we will help make your journey throughout New Zealand affordable and easy. Just come in and we will help with your reservations for travel by coach and ferry.
We also offer collector stamps featuring the different areas such as Mahia, Morere, Nuhaka and Waikaremoana. They are $4.50 per book of ten. Due to popular demand we now offer postcards featuring 5 Photo's of the Wairoa District. For those of you who haven't seen them please pop into the Information Centre.
Hunkered down comfortably on the delta of the wide Wairoa River, the town of Wairoa
is the hub of the Wairoa region of New Zealand.
From this peaceful country town, where native Maori and European traditions merge,
a vast canvas of stunning landscapes, fascinating histories and outdoor
recreational attractions unfold.
Travel the southern reaches of the Pacific Coast Highway on the North Island's
eastern seaboard to explore this land of sunny beaches and wild headlands,
rushing rivers, shining lakes and virgin bush-clad mountains.
Here you will discover forest-fringed Lake Waikaremoana - the centrepiece
of New Zealand's third largest national park, Te Urewera. Relax at the
hot pool spa at Morere after fishing, diving or simply exploring the seaside
escape and fisherman's mecca of Mahia Peninsula.
Local Attractions
There are a number of special and remarkable walkways located on public conservation land with the Wairoa district. Times stated are one-way only and are aimed at those of average fitness however it is wonderful time for your family to become surrounded by natural beauty. The spectacular sights and natural beauty need to be enjoyed so be sure to allow enough time to take memorable photographs that you and your family can enjoy.
All walks are well maintained and well marked however for personal safety walkers are advised to wear sturdy footwear. For walks longer than 1.5 hours warm clothing is advisable. For longer walks lunch, drink and a rainproof coat are necessary as the weather can change suddenly.
Te Reinga Falls
Located 35Km inland from Wairoa just off SH 36 (Tiniroto Rd). Turn onto Ruakituri Road at Te Reinga, cross the bridge over the river. The car park is at the western end of the bridge. A few minutes walk from the car park and picnic area takes you to the lookout to view the spectacular 35 metre falls of the Hangaroa and Ruakituri rivers combine to form the Wairoa River. Duration of walk 15mins.
Retail Area Hours
The main retail area in Wairoa is situated alongside the Wairoa River on the Marine Parade. Take a stroll and enjoy the relaxed surroundings and view.
Mondays to Fridays - 9am to 5pm
Saturdays - 9am to 1pm
Sundays - Shops are closed but some Cafes/Restaurants are open.
Should you be traveling from afar, please be aware that supermarkets close at 4pm weekends and are open until 6pm weekdays.
Things to see and do
Morere Hot Springs
Open everyday from 10am to 5pm
Phone 06 837 8856
Prices $5.00 Adult
$2.50 Children 0-College
$2.50 Non-swimmers
Private Pools 48.00 per half hour
Towel Hire $2.00
Coin operated BBQ's available
Spare A Thought
"Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality"
Warren G. Bennis.
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