$14.1m
annual international visitor spend
as at year-end May 2024
Cruise ships can bring thousands of visitors to the region each year, who can spend money on goods and services, create jobs, and support local businesses. The Trust supports tours and logistics on the ground to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Cruise season runs from November to March.
Scheduled traffic management will be in place early morning during the season to keep everyone safe during the busy periods.
Trust Tairāwhiti, Eastland Port and Gisborne District Council (GDC) are developing a ten-year cruise strategy for Tairāwhiti that aims to capitalise on the growing global cruise market. Have your say and help shape the future of cruising in Tairāwhiti Gisborne.
Cruise ambassadors help to ensure our manuhiri feel welcome and have a great experience in Tairāwhiti.
Register to volunteer during the cruise season.
$14.1m
annual international visitor spend
as at year-end May 2024
12,000 visitors
arrived in region via cruise ship
20 cruise ships
called into port, 7 berthed alongside Wharf 7