Places to Explore
From kiwifruit orchards and volcanic peaks to surf beaches and heritage coastline — the Bay of Plenty has a town for every kind of adventure.
Te Puke
The Kiwifruit Capital of the World — proud, productive, and surrounded by the world's finest orchards.
Explore Te Puke →Tauranga
The Bay's beating heart — a thriving harbour city with great food, art, and the iconic Strand waterfront.
Explore →Mount Maunganui
Mauao, world-class surf, and the café culture that makes The Mount one of NZ's most loved beach towns.
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Rotorua
Geothermal wonders, world-class Māori culture, adventure tourism, and seventeen volcanic lakes.
Whakatāne
New Zealand's sunniest town — Ōhope Beach, Whakaari on the horizon, and a proud Ngāti Awa community.
Pāpāmoa
Tauranga's fastest-growing coastal suburb — long beach, Pāpāmoa Hills, and a vibrant young community.
Katikati
NZ's mural town and avocado capital — outdoor art, the Haiku Pathway, and a welcoming gateway community.
Waihī Beach
Nine kilometres of golden sand, consistent surf, and the relaxed bach culture of a NZ beach holiday.
Ōmokoroa
A beautiful harbour peninsula with calm swimming, excellent walkways, and a genuinely neighbourly feel.
Maketū
The historic landing place of the Te Arawa waka — estuary birdwatching, legendary pies, and deep cultural roots.
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