Bay of Plenty Region Travel Guide

New Zealand

Panoramic view of Mount Maunganui in Tauranga. Tauranga is a harbourside city in the Bay of Plenty region on New Zealand's North Island.
Sunrise at summit track on Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
Beautiful view of Champagne pool an iconic tourist attraction of Wai-O-Tapu the geothermal wonderland in Rotorua, New Zealand. New Zealand's most colourful geothermal attraction.
View of a beach and Mount Maunganui near Tauranga, located at the Bay of Plenty region on New Zealand's North Island.
View of Whakatane in New Zealand

Popular cities in Bay of Plenty Region

Rotorua
Rotorua
Known for Spas, Lakes and Family-friendly
Visitors flock to this geothermal site to enjoy its hot springs, mud pools, watersports and fascinating Maori culture.

Reasons to visit

  • Polynesian Spa
  • Skyline Rotorua
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
Tauranga
Tauranga
Known for Beaches, Shopping and Walking
A seaside city on New Zealand’s North Island, this is a place to sit back and relax on immaculate beaches or go exploring amidst some stunning scenery.

Reasons to visit

  • Mount Maunganui
  • Papamoa Beach
Lake Tarawera
Lake Tarawera
Known for Dining, Luxury and Relaxing
Surrounded by picnic areas, camping spots and bushwalking trails, this scenic lake is a favourite holiday destination for New Zealanders.

Reasons to visit

  • Buried Village
Waihi Beach
Waihi Beach
Known for Beaches, Camping and Surfing
Experience the beaches, surfing and spas in Waihi Beach!
View of Whakatane in New Zealand
Whakatane
Known for Friendly people, Spas and Islands
Get away to upscale Whakatane! Enjoy the island views, adventure and monuments.
West End Ohope Beach. New Zealand
Ohope
Known for Beaches, Ports and Spas
Upscale Ohope is calling! Discover its beaches, surfing, cafes and more.