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Ruatoria (Māori: Ruatōria) is a town in the Waiapu Valley of the Gisborne Region in the northeastern corner of New Zealand's North Island.
Ruatōria. Tairāwhiti Gisborne. Highlights. Maunga Hikurangi. Air Ruatōria. Ruatōria Pies. Proximity. 1 hr 45 mins from Gisborne. 5 hrs from Rotorua. Ruatōria invites you to explore its Māori heritage and pristine natural environment.
Breathtaking views of our whenua (land) which is reverting and challenged by climate change impacts. The road ends at the foot of Hikurangi Maunga. At 1754 metres this is the highest non-volcanic peak in the North Island and the first place in New Zealand to see the sun each day.
Located on the East Coast of New Zealand’s North Island, Ruatoria is known for its strong cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and welcoming atmosphere. Ready to explore the wonders of Ruatoria? Let’s dive in! Highlights of Ruatoria.
The heart of Ngāti Porou and the second largest iwi by population in Aotearoa. Nestled beside Maunga (Mount) Hikurangi, the first in the southern hemisphere to see the sun, this little community has some of the most beautiful Marae in the motu (region).
Ruatoria. Just south of Tikitiki is the small rural town of Ruatoria. Home to the only iwi founded rugby union in the country, the mighty Ngāti Porou East Coast Rugby team is known for their fighting spirit and determination to play hard.
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