What to do in Bay of Plenty Region

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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

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Mount Maunganui

Mount Maunganui

Take in the views from this mighty volcanic cone, relax on a beach, go for a surf, dine out or indulge in some retail therapy in the Bay of Plenty.

Mount Maunganui
Papamoa Beach

Papamoa Beach

Unique features of Papamoa Beach include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Papamoa Beach or Bay of Plenty while you're exploring the area.

Papamoa Beach
Panoramic aerial view of Mt Maunganui, North Island, New Zealand

Papamoa

While Papamoa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gordon Spratt Reserve and Papamoa Beach.

Papamoa
Lake Okareka

Lake Okareka

Despite its pretty views and charming, leafy walks, this picturesque lake manages to remain relatively crowd-free and peaceful.

Lake Okareka
Aerial: Scenic Blue and green lakes, Rotorua, New Zealand

Whakarewarewa

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve while you're exploring the area.

Whakarewarewa
Aerial view of Rotorua, New Zealand

Inner City

If you're spending some time in Inner City, Rotorua Night Market and Tamaki Maori Village are top sights worth seeing.

Inner City

 

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