This scenic route between Opotiki and Gisborne unveils a magnificent river valley thick with rainforest. No tour guide is needed, as points of interest are well-signposted alongside the road with parking areas and interpretation panels to read. Walk across historic bridges, visit the picturesque riverside picnic stops and stop by the quaint village of Matawai.
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