Gisborne is located on the East Coast of the North Island, and is the first city in the world to see the sun each day. It boasts average yearly sunshine of around 2200 hours and enjoys warm summers and mild winters. The temperate climate favours its fruit growing, animal grazing and numerous wineries besides an abundance of outdoor activities.

Popular Activities within the Region: Surfing and Windsurfing Diving and Snorkelling Kayaking Rafting Hunting Swimming Golf Horse Trekking Walking Adventures

Popular Attractions within the Region: Scenic helicopter flights Winery Tours Fishing Expeditions Museums Art Galleries Cultural Experiences Pet Parks Farm Tours Hot Thermal Pools

Gisborne welcomes visitors with its sunny coastal location and many outdoor activities and cultural experiences. Well worth a visit for all that it can offer.
Within 2 - 3 hours: Hastings, Napier, and Whakatane.

Backpacker Accommodation Providers in Gisborne

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Brians Place Gisborne Ph: 64 6 864 5870 Chalet Surf Lodge Gisborne Ph: 64 6 868 9612 East Coast Backpackers Gisborne Ph: 64 27 272 6764 Flying Nun Backpackers Gisborne Ph: 64 6 868 0461 Footprints In The Sand Backpackers & Accommodation Gisborne Ph: 64 6 864 5858

Gisborne YHA Gisborne Ph: 64 6 867 3269 Moonlight Lodge Gisborne Ph: 64 6 837 8824 The Kingfishers Nest Gisborne Ph: 64 6 862 3427