The East Cape is approximatley 2 and a half hours from Opotiki. Take a scenic drive along State Highway 35, part of the Pacific Coast Highway, and see some of the natural beauty the East Coast of New Zealand is known for. The historic East Cape Lighthouse is a popular attraction. The Lighthouse stands 154 metres above sea level on Otiki Hill, above East Cape. Fishing, hunting, swimming, sight seeing, the East Cape has it all.