Ohope Beach – New Zealand’s most
attractive beach is located at a short distance from Whakatane and
lies in the backdrop of scenic hills and the seas beyond. This golden
beach stretches across 11 kilometres of smooth sands and is known for
its safe swimming waters and close proximity to the delights of the
great Pacific Ocean. The most famous attraction of Ohope Beach is its
West End –that lures surfers and beach lovers from all across the
world. West End acts as an access point to Otarawairere Beach—which
ranks high on the list of picturesque beaches belonging to the Bay of
Plenty.
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Attracting more than 18,000 votes in a
poll conducted by the Green Party, Ohope Beach won the award of ‘New
Zealand’s Best Beach’. In fact, Whakatane District has also been
awarded the distinction of being New Zealand’s Sunshine Capital –as
it ended up recording the highest hours of sunshine in the year 2012.
This is a good enough reason to get out and explore the beauty and
many attractions of this favoured tourist destination.
Beaches, surfing opportunities,
sunshine and great aquatic opportunities make Ohope a treasured
destination for people of all ages. The Ohiwa Harbour and Port Ohope
are home to hundreds of seabirds and provide great opportunities for
sailing, kayaking, fishing, water skiing, swimming, windsurfing and
many other attractions.
So, what are you waiting for, gear up
to head towards the beautifully secluded bay of Otarawairere, walk
around in the quaint environs of Kohi Point or bask under the sun, on
the beautiful coastline of Ohope.
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