One of the country's premier holiday destinations, the Bay of Plenty has long been popular with locals and visitors alike thanks to the white sandy beaches, crystal clear surf, beautiful harbours, and an unbeatable lifestyle.
The main city of Tauranga is situated just 3 hours drive from Auckland on a magnificent harbour containing two large marinas and the country's largest export port. The popular seaside resort town of Mount Maunganui is just a five minute drive across the harbour bridge. The many small towns of the region reflect the horticultural richness of the land with Te Puke being named the kiwi fruit capital of the world.
MUST SEE & DO
- Take one of the many bush walks
- Relax on the glittering, white sandy beaches and swim amongst the surf
- Drive to Minden Lookout in Te Puna for the best views in the Bay of Plenty
- Climb to the top of Mt Maunganui for stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding islands
- Visit New Zealand’s only live marine volcano at White Island, just 49 kms off the coast by boat or helicopter
- Enjoy a dolphin watching cruise or the opportunity to swim with the dolphins
- Stroll through the Katikati bird gardens
