Gisborne
Meet Gisborne and the Eastland region - an exciting boutique destination with city conveniences. The first city in the world to see the sun each day, Gisborne is the ideal destination to hold your next meeting. Everything in Gisborne is close by which allows more time to enjoy all that is on offer.
Renowned for it's sub-tropical summer days, long hours of sunshine and warm temperatures, the city of Gisborne is the main centre of the vast Eastland Region. Gisborne is a busy port city and favourite seaside holiday destination situated perfectly on the golden beaches of a wide sheltering bay.
Gisborne can cater for groups of all sizes in a diverse range of venues from purpose-built conferences centres to historic homesteads, luxury lodges and large-capacity event centres. The venues are only part of the attraction to holding your conference in Gisborne. The relaxed lifestyle and many attractions on offer are excellent ways in which to relax after a hard days work.
When the serious side of business is done, there is fast-paced action, fascinating attractions and a multitude of unique settings that enable lots of interaction between colleagues. Arrange for a personal guided tour to see the best of the region. Eastland is rich in both Maori and European history - the place where Captain Cook made his first landfall and where Maori and European traditions have woven a truly unique cultural tapestry.
Explore the many bush reserves and forest parks around Gisborne - from half hour walks to 4 day hikes. Eastwoodhill - New Zealands National Arboretum offers conference facilities, catering and also boasts 20km of graded and marked walking tracks with guided walks and four wheel drive tours of the Arboretum. Visit Morere Hot Springs - hot mineral pools nestled under spectacular native bush. Walk the Lake Waikaremoana Track - one of New Zealand's Great Walks and a great team building exercise.
Surfing, Kayaking, Deep-Sea Fishing, Art Trails and Wine Tasting are just some of the other recreational activities on offer in Gisborne. And where else in the world can you and your colleagues hand-feed stingray in the wild? Groups can then end the day by dining on sumptuous local produce and fine wine. Gisborne also has a lively nightlife - for those who still have the energy!
Getting to Gisborne - a scenic drive or flight passing through some of New Zealands most picturesque landscapes. Gisborne Airport is only 5 minutes drive from the Central Business District, with regular flights operating between all major centres in
the North and South Island.
Tourism Eastland acts as the regional Convention Bureau.
We are able to offer impartial information and are happy to give free advice as to what will be most suitable for you and your group.