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Tauranga

Visit Tauranga, New Zealand

Visit Tauranga, New Zealand

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In Māori, Tauranga means 'Resting Place for Canoes' and some believe it to be the place Polynesians first arrived in New Zealand.

Surfing in the Bay of Plenty, New ZealandIt sits on the beautiful Bay of Plenty and enjoys a temperate, sunny climate, a thriving economy and is the kiwi growing capital of New Zealand.

Although the town itself offers few tourist attractions it is close to some good surfing and white sand beaches, and you will find the popular Mount Maunganui just across the inlet.

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Suggested itinerary featuring Tauranga

This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Tauranga, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

Map of Tauranga

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    Places near Tauranga

    Photos of Tauranga

    • 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