√ Mount Maunganui

It is definitely worth the climb (252m), as you will have the best view of the town including the coast, and the Bay of Tauranga. The trail around the Mount is accessible to all ages. The Mount used to be a Maori Fort.

√ Kiwifruit 360

Visit a kiwi fruit farm, and see the whole process of growing to packing. A guide in a little train will show you the different fruits as well as give you taste tests. You will not believe the different products that can be made from the kiwi fruit.

√ Blue Ocean Charters

Tauranga is the base for boat rides, and deep-sea fishing where you will have the opportunity to try to get that big Marlin.

√ Butler's Swim with Dolphins

Tauranga Bay attracts hundreds of dolphins, and there you can take a tour to swim with them. Simply, an unforgettable experience!

There are innumerable tourist attractions in Bay of Plenty other than these. Some of these are Longridge Fun Park, Convita – Bees, Vintage Auto Barn, Blokart Heaven, Golf Te Puke, Mills Reef Winery & restaurant, Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park, The Village, Island Air Charters and so on.

Life in the Bay of Plenty certainly doesn’t come to a halt after hours.

→ Tauranga and Mount Maunganui in particular have a great variety of bars and nightclubs. On the weekend, the Strand in Tauranga is transformed into a pulsating mix of people taking in the crowds and music in pubs and clubs. With regular live music and other kinds of entertainment, the Bay’s nightlife is exciting and vibrant.

→ There’s also a great range of events held throughout the region, including garden, sport, food and wine and art festivals. The Bay of Plenty’s top events include Tauranga Arts Festival, Bayleys Garden and Artfest, the National Jazz Festival and Pro Tour International Beach Volleyball.

→ Other options to keep everyone entertained include theatre and music concerts.

The Bay of Plenty was named so because of the abundance of fruits and foods and its fertile soil properties. The warm condition helps in growing any type of food product including the world famous kiwifruit and other exotic produce like avocados, grapes and other sub tropical fruits.

With so much fresh produce in our backyard, it’s easy to enjoy locally grown fruits and vegetables. Restaurants and cafes make good use of locally-grown foods in creative ways.

If you’re looking for a nice place to enjoy a hot drink or a meal, the Bay of Plenty region offers a number of restaurants and cafés located in scenic spots. Or enjoy a nice meal or drink in one of the region’s award-winning wineries.

Enjoy a bit of pampering, shop to your heart’s content but until your budget allows you to. The region is also a shopper’s haven, with homemade arts and crafts, boutique shopping and one of the biggest indoor shopping centers around.

If you’ve worn yourself out shopping, visit one of the region’s great spas or hot pools for a real treat.

♥ Air Activities : - Enjoy all the sights of the region on a flightseeing adventure or try skydiving in one of the best drop zones in the country.

♥ Land Activities : - Hit the great outdoors with mountain biking and golf or guided tours and a range of walks and treks.

♥ Water Activities : - Explore the harbor on boat cruises, go kayaking on the Pacific Ocean or try rafting.

Although buses connect many of the towns and villages, the best way to explore is by car. Most roads are well maintained and clearly signposted, and a car gives you the freedom to explore hot pools and waterfalls tucked down obscure and winding side roads. The Pacific Coast Highway is popular with cyclists, particularly in summer.