Welcome to Uncle Boy’s Place

Our purpose built backpackers, marae, and caravan accommodation is located in Maketu, a historic town located in the heart of the Bay of Plenty, where the traditional Te Arawa canoe first landed in New Zealand in the thirteen century.

Our unique location has plenty to offer to tourists – horse trekking on the beach, sea and river kayaking, fishing, white baiting, biking, surfing, BBQ, diving, surf boarding, beach exploring, boating, waka, bird watching, jet skiing, boat ramp and more.

Experience the Maori tradition, hangi, cultural show, Haka, Poi, marae accommodation and hospitality at Uncle Boy’s Place.