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Eastland, New Zealand

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The Eastland region is famed for its long hot summers and relaxed lifestyle. Gisborne city is nestled in historic Poverty Bay, framed by white sand beaches and wineries.

Gisborne grows over a third of the national grape crop and you can enjoy the harvest in numerous cafes and restaurants. Outdoor dining is popular on warm summer nights.

The region is rich with outdoor recreation opportunities. Gisborne’s beaches offer some of the country’s best surfing, while fishing, diving and horse treks are also popular.

A drive up the coast reveals hidden beaches, historic Maori meeting houses, and expansive views.
Tolaga Bay

Tolaga Bay is steeped in history. The huge wharf beside the camp was built in the 1920s and is said to be the longest concrete pier in the Southern Hemisphere. Just south of the township, the camp has great sea views and spectacular limestone bluffs that tower above the pier and add to the stunning environment.
Gisborne City

First to see the light of a new day. The Gisborne region is so close to the international date line that it is the birthplace of the sun, making it the first city in the world to see the light of the new day.
Gisborne Beach

First to see the sun and framed by golden sand surf beaches. Gisborne is renowned as one of New Zealand’s top surfing destinations.

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