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KILOMETRES FROM ŌPŌTIKI KILOMETRES FROM GISBORNE
OPOTIKI TO GISBORNE VIA WAIOEKA GORGE
Motu Village & Motu Falls Side Trip Or return trip to Ōpōtiki via Motu Road
Scenic Drive (see page 13 for Scenic Drives). Motu Village is 14km from Matawai.
Motu is a very well established and productive farming community. Special Attractions
include Motu Falls (5kms from Motu Village) and the Whinray Reserve Bush Walk
which is an easy two hour walk along the old Military Track. This is not a loop track, but
there is vehicle access from each end – the other end is on Marumoko Road – off the old
Motu Road. Other activities are mountain biking (including Motu Trails, part of the New
Zealand Cycle Trail) and trout fishing.
Motu-Vation Café: High Country Refreshment at 1308 Motu Rd. Motu.
Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday. 10-4. Ph 06-863 5045. See us on Facebook.
Motu Community House: See advert on Motu Trails. See ad pg 6 or www.motutrails.co.nz
On leaving Matawai the road to Gisborne follows the old railway track down through
some majestic hill country that borders Te Urewera. Another 16kms further on you will
come across Makaretu Road where you will find Haurata High Country Retreat and
Farm Walks.
Haurata High Country Retreat and Farm Walks: Experience Gisborne’s most
spectacular scenery and accommodation. See advert below.
‘Spectacular Scenery’
Breathtaking Views
W: www.haurata.co.nz
E: tombleson@gisborne.net.nz
Simple stylish accommodation plus backpackers.
Three interesting 4 hour long, marked walks.
P: 06 867 8452 • 658 Makaretu Rd. Matawai.
91km Otoko 53km
This is the western end of the Heritage Trail Walkway. The 5km walkway follows the old
Gisborne to Motuhora railway, taking 2 – 3 hours walk, suitable for all ages. Closed 1
August – 23 October for lambing.
114km Te Karaka 30km
A turn off the main highway takes you on a loop of the original main highway through the village of
Te Karaka. There is a well-stocked country Butcher Shop. Carry on the loop takes you back onto
SH2 again. A further 300 metres along the main road from the Te Karaka entrance/exit you will find
Riverview Treks & Pinehollow Horse and Pony Rides.
Riverview Treks & Pinehollow Horse & Pony rides: Treks & lessons.
2224 Matawai Rd. Ph 027 749 1629 or 06 862 3663. See advert page 98.
139km Makaraka 5km
A left turn here takes you into Gisborne and around the East Cape. A right turn leads to
Wairoa and Napier.
Showgrounds Park Motor Camp: 20 Main Rd, Makaraka. Gisborne’s very own
cycle hub holiday park. Ph: 06-867 5299. E: camp@gisborneshow.co.nz See advert page 92.

Visit Sunshine Brewery: 49 Awapuni Rd, Gisborne.
Open for tastings. Bar service & pizza available. See advert page 95.

60 FOR GISBORNE INFORMATION SEE FROM PAGE 86 TO 101.