Rotorua Conservancy Info, Gisborne

The Bay of Plenty is New Zealand's favourite holiday destination, with 100's of kilometres of white sand, surf beaches, an abundance of sunshine and a temperate environment which means you can enjoy outdoor activities all year round.

Gisborne, the first city in the world to see the sun each day, is located on the sunny East Coast of the North Island. The Maori name for the district is Tairawhiti which means "The coast upon which the sun shines across the water". Kaiti Beach, near the city, was where the Maori immigrational waka, Horouta, landed; and is also the first European landing place in New Zealand.

Our awe-inspiring lake and volcanic moutain are 15minutes from the centre of the tourist meca of Rotorua. Home to trophy sized rainbow trout, swimming, scenic & fishing charters, waterskiing, walking, hiking, fine dining, glowworms, canoe hire, historic sites, natural thermal waters and much more. Yet it remains one of New Zealands best kept secrets. Come discover our piece of paradise!

Ngongotaha, Lake Rotorua is a relatively shallow lake that was formed approximately 140 000 years ago. Hot springs provide direct geothermal inputs along the southern shore.

Te Puke is a town located 28 kilometres southeast of Tauranga in the Western Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand. It is particularly famous for the cultivation of kiwifruit.

A visit to Whakatane New Zealand is a must for those who travel to New Zealand. Whakatane is situated at the head of the Whakatane River in the beautiful sub-tropical 'Bay of Plenty' region of New Zealand. Visit Whakatane when you do your New Zealand tour.