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Tauranga

New Zealand

Tauranga, New Zealand

Oceanside Dynamic

Tauranga is New Zealand's fifth largest city, and is located on the scenic Bay of Plenty. Featuring a bustling port, plenty of tourist attractions, and a modern infastructure, Tauranga is one of the fastest growing cities in New Zealand.

Highlights

Tauranga offers plenty of recreational opportunities for visitors.

Mt Maunganui Main Beach

Tripadvisor calls it the Best Beach in New Zealand. What's not to like about Mt. Maunganui Main Beach? White sand, plenty of attractions, and a great view of a dormant volcano... the Mount, as locals refer to it, has it all.

McLaren Falls Park

Ten minutes away from Tauranga, McLaren Falls Park features 190-hectares of parkland and a picturesque waterland. Picnics, hikes, fishing, camping... the park is a great outdoors attraction for families.

Waimarino Adventure Park

A kayakers paradise, Waimarino Adventure Park is located just ten minutes from the city of Tauranga. It offers a variety of kayaking adventures, the most unique being the glow-worm kayak tour.

Tauranga is a Māori word meaning 'Resting Place' or 'Safe Anchorage'.

Tauranga

North Island Living

Mount Maunganui

An extinct volcano, Mount Maunganui dominates Tauranga, rising to a height of 232 meters. A hike to the top of this iconic New Zealand landmark is well worth it; the reward is a 360 degree panoramic view of the Bay of Plenty.

Jumping dolphins, blue sea and sky, white clouds

Dolphin and Whale Watching in Tauranga

The Bay of Plenty is home to a variety of marine life, including whales and dolphins. There are multiple businesses that provide whale and dolphin cruises, enabling visitors to see these fascinating mammals up close.

Surfing in Tauranga

Tauranga offers something for every level of surfer, from beginner to expert. Surf shops and schools can be found on a number of area beaches, with the best surfing happening between December and May.

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