The infamous Tologa Bay wharf.
OPINION: After many years thinking about it, in November I finally did the East Cape State Highway 35 drive. Well, Mum was the driver as I don’t drive, and she hadn’t been in the area since the mid-90s.
Starting from Wellington and only having the weekend meant a quick fly-drive-fly trip, hiring a car from Tairāwhiti Gisborne. The trip was a great taste of the area, yet I’ll need to return for longer in future.
It was a fantastic day as we headed north to a couple of obvious stops. The historic long Tologa Bay wharf that still exists thanks to restoration efforts, then Tokomaru Bay for a stop at Te Puka Tavern. We sat on the deck with our drinks and fries and took in the view.