Roadside oddityHidden gem
Wairaka statue at Whakatane Heads
Whakatane, Bay of Plenty
Bronze statue of Wairaka looking out over the river mouth, with a local legend behind it.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 20 min
The statue honours Wairaka, who according to tradition took charge of the Mataatua waka. It sits on a rock at the river mouth and is a good photo stop on a walk along the waterfront.
Good to know
- Combine with a walk to the town wharf
- Great at sunset
- Best time
- Sunset
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Short walk from the town centre
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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