Bay of Plenty Regional Information
Sparkling waters, pristine white-sand beaches, the juicy nectar of fresh pip fruit, state-of-the-art infrastructure – the Bay of Plenty lives up to its name and then some. Squeezed between the ruggedness of the Coromandel Peninsula, and the undulating green hills of the Waikato, the “Bay” as it affectionately known, offers up more things to do in a day than you could possibly handle.
There is everything here from fishing to diving, surfing, camping, biking and relaxing aplenty - which is why this part of the North Island has been named the "Bay of Plenty". more
Bay of Plenty Feature
White Island
Like a slumbering giant in a fitful sleep, White Island is New Zealand’s only active marine volcano, which attracts curious visitors by the score.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
PLACE
- Mt Maunganui
- For stunning sea vistas of the Bay area, climb Mt Maunganui. Those with average fitness can make the ascent. Once the summit is reached, the views make the exertion all the more rewarding.
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ACTIVITY
- Cruising
- Take a dolphin encounter charter cruise to swim with these friendly mammals - what an experience!
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ROAD TRIP
- Great Kiwi Road Trips
- Road trips are as much about the personality of the road as they are the people travelling them. Follow your adventuresome spirit into the sunset. Life’s a journey...take the scenic route.
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