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If you come to Gisborne looking for fun, excitement or a dose of adrenalin, you certainly won't leave disappointed. There's bound to be aquatic, family or thrilling activities either here or not too far away, from marine mammal encounters and eco-tourism adventures to cruises and jet-boat rides. New Zealand is the 'Adventure Capital of the World', so adrenalin-pumping action is found all over the country. Jet boating and white-water rafting are exhilarating ways to check out the country's crystal-clear rivers and magic scenery. If you would rather stay dry then there's a myriad of land and air-based activities on offer too. The brave can try bungy jumping, the slightly less courageous can enjoy a tandem hang-glide or parapent, or for the ultimate thrill there is the free-fall skydive. Plus, abseiling or exploring the captivating cave systems that riddle both the North and South Islands should definitely be on your to-do list.

Gisborne is a prosperous, vibrant, sunny, port city. Gisborne's Waikanae beach has attracted surfers
since the 1960s. Grapes are grown in vast quantities and Gisborne has consistently won awards for
some of the best wines in the country. The Tairawhiti Heritage Trails take in many historic sites.
Two museums also preserve this region's rich European and Maori cultural heritage with Wyllie
Cottage being the oldest surviving European house in Gisborne. The large Olympic pool complex will
provide hours of play for the children and a dive pool and other water activities will keep adults
challenged. Eastwoodhill Arboretum is home to New Zealand's largest and finest collection of
exotics trees and shrubs with walking tracks for all levels of fitness. Vineyard tours are popular,
as are the dining venues throughout the city.