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Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Visit Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Visit Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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The Bay of Plenty is an area of thriving agriculture and endless coastline, popular with the Kiwis themselves, many of whom escape from the towns to their ‘baches’ along the stretch of coast between the principal town of Tauranga and the popular Papamoa Beach.

Across Tauranga harbor the skyline is dominated by the volcanic cone of Mauao, where a fairly challenging climb is rewarded with unobstructed views along the coast. Mount Maunganui, the town at its base, is a very popular place to celebrate New Year and is a center for surf and adventure year round.

Around the Bay of Plenty

Anaura Bay - East CapeTo the east is Whakatane and its smaller, seaside neighbor of Ohope, another sweeping stretch of empty, golden sand.

Off the coast lies the small but smoldering White Island, New Zealand’s most active volcano, whose steamy shroud is clearly visible from all along the Bay’s coast.

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Places to visit in Bay of Plenty

Featuring heavily on our experiences of visiting Bay of Plenty, these selected places are destinations that also prove consistently popular with our travelers. Our specialists can help you choose how to include them in your wider trip, based on your preferences.

Suggested itineraries featuring Bay of Plenty

Our itineraries will give you suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Bay of Plenty, and they showcase routes we know work particularly well. Treat them as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

Map of Bay of Plenty

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    Places in and around Bay of Plenty

    Photos of Bay of Plenty

    • Surfing in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
      Surfing in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
    • Tauranga
      Tauranga
    • Kayaking on McLaren Falls Lake, near Tauranga
      Kayaking on McLaren Falls Lake, near Tauranga

    Accommodation choices for Bay of Plenty

    We’ve selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Bay of Plenty. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.