Whitianga has been continuously occupied for more than a thousand years since Maori explorer Kupe’s tribe settled here after his visit in about 950 A.D. Now a thriving town with 4,000 permanent residents, Whitianga offers a full range of visitor’s services and attractions.

Try some of the many activities such as visiting a kauri grove, deep sea fishing, playing golf, horse riding, bike riding, bone carving, watch the dolphins play, boat cruise, walking, tramping or just relax and enjoy our beautiful beaches. And after that: come to Smitty's...