Visiting the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

The Bay of Plenty is a place of beautiful harbours, long white surf beaches and an easy going lifestyle coupled with a thriving commercial centre with a passion for good food, wine and excellent shopping. Everything you need for a perfect vacation is here—sun, sand, sea and a myriad of great places to eat and shop.

The Port of Tauranga brings more than 50 cruise ships a year into Tauranga, making it one of the major tourist centres of New Zealand. We have everything you need to experience the ‘kiwi’ wonderland right here on our doorstep, from the scenic beauty of Taupo and the Waikato to the cultural heartland of Rotorua to the stunning beaches sweeping down the coast from Waihi Beach to Whakatane.

Two large marinas in Tauranga hold over a thousand yachts and launches, proving the existence of a huge nautical industry waiting to help you explore the local waters of the Bay of Plenty as you dive, fish, and enjoy your stay. High adventure seekers can find everything they need to have an exhilarating vacation right here in the Bay! Why go anywhere else?

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