Welcome to Tairāwhiti Gisborne
Tairāwhiti Gisborne is the perfect place for a getaway. Far from crowds but as close to paradise as it gets. From sacred mountains to the shores of the vast Pacific Ocean, Tairāwhiti Gisborne is a stunning and unique corner of Aotearoa. Looking back to the arrival of great Polynesian voyagers, Captain James Cook’s landing and the very first encounter between Māori and European. Tairāwhiti Gisborne is a significant region steeped in New Zealand culture and history. As the first place in the world to see the sunrise each day, there’s plenty of time to explore unspoilt beaches and flourishing vineyards, connect with the welcoming people of this land and discover New Zealand in a whole new light. The land of the first light is a fun-filled destination that offers something for everyone.
Explore our tours and activities
Come and explore this unique corner of Aotearoa with the team at Experience Gisborne. Creating the best for you.
Afternoon Wine Tour with Vineyard Platter
Discover the wine flavors of Tairāwhiti Gisborne on this fully-guided wine tour. Relax and unwind as we visit three boutique wineries each in their own unique laidback
Eastwoodhill Tour with Tea & Scones
Eastwoodhill is home to the largest collection of northern hemisphere trees in the southern hemisphere. Vibrant and full of colour when visited in autumn and spring.
Rere Rockslide & Falls Tour with Picnic Lunch
The Rere Rockslide is one of the major attractions of the river. The rockslide is a 60-metre-long natural water slide. The Rere Falls at just 5 meters high are very picturesque.
Eastwoodhill Tour with Vineyard Platter
Eastwoodhill is the National Arboretum of New Zealand and encompasses over 131 hectares of exotic and native trees, shrubs and climber plantings. The collection was planted by
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Tolaga Bay Wharf Tour with Lunch
Tolaga Bay Wharf is believed to be the longest wharf of its type in the Southern Hemisphere, standing where Captain Cook sailed to meet the Aitanga a Hauiti tribe on the
