Bay of Plenty New Zealand: Long before the first Europeans
arrived in the Bay of Plenty, Maori were drawn to this area with its easy access
to the coast and its fruit bowl’ qualities. The major city of Tauranga and
popular Mount Maunganui (Mauao) enjoy a mild climate year-round, perfect for
kiwifruit and citrus. Seafood is a local specialty. The region’s legendary
beaches attract swimmers, surfers, kayakers, and kitesurfers throughout the year.
Experience Bay of Plenty New Zealand
Pacific Coast Highway
Sandy surf beaches
Bush clad mountain ranges
Seaside hideaways
Deep water coves
Landing place of Captain Cook (1769)
You´ll ❤️ these great things to see & do…
Visit White Island – New Zealand’s only active marine volcano
Swim with dolphins in their natural habitat
Soak in the salt water hot pools at the base of Mauao
Stroll around and up Mauao – a million people do this walk each year
Kayak amongst the twinkling lights of glow-worms on Lake McLaren
Take the Pacific Coast Highway and explore the city, beaches, vineyards and hill
country of Gisborne Stop off at Opotiki’s Waiotahi Beach – ‘the pathway to the
sunrise’ and experience the Raukumara Mountain ranges South of Gisborne beyond
the Wharerata Hills you’ll find the Morere Hot Springs, Mahia Peninsula and
Wairoa, Don’t miss Lake Waikaremoana and Te Urewera National Park.
The Bay of Plenty region is located on the Pacific coast and has several water
sports to offer you.
The climate here is ideal and perfect for a holiday. The beach here is
ever inviting, and there is nothing better than to soak in the sun, sand, and
water at the beach.
Among the water activities, you can go kayaking, white water rafting, sailing,
jet boating, dolphin encounters, etc.
Besides the water fun, you can go hiking, walking, mountain biking, sky diving,
horse trekking, and much more. This plentiful region offers you so much to explore.
No matter how long you stay in the area, you’ll find it difficult to manage time
to explore all of it.
Finding accommodation in the region is never a challenge since there are plenty
of hotels available. You can find a hotel to suit your budget. The food here is
great. You can get a taste of traditional food as well as cuisines from all
around the world. Often, you can get packages that take care of everything from
travel to food and stay for you.
You just need to check the tour operators below for the Bay of Plenty New
Zealand day tours and they will do the needful for you.
Don’t think twice about your holiday, the Bay of Plenty is a beautiful place to
vacation in.
