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If you come to Bay Of Plenty looking for fun, excitement or a dose of adrenalin, you certainly won't leave disappointed. There's bound to be aquatic, family or thrilling activities either here or not too far away, from marine mammal encounters and eco-tourism adventures to cruises and jet-boat rides. New Zealand is the 'Adventure Capital of the World', so adrenalin-pumping action is found all over the country. Jet boating and white-water rafting are exhilarating ways to check out the country's crystal-clear rivers and magic scenery. If you would rather stay dry then there's a myriad of land and air-based activities on offer too. The brave can try bungy jumping, the slightly less courageous can enjoy a tandem hang-glide or parapent, or for the ultimate thrill there is the free-fall skydive. Plus, abseiling or exploring the captivating cave systems that riddle both the North and South Islands should definitely be on your to-do list.

The Bay of Plenty, from Waihi Beach to Cape Runaway along the Pacific Coast Highway, has outstanding
surf beaches, with Mt Maunganui and Ohope the most popular. The Bay of Plenty enjoys a sunny
climate, ideal for growing avocados, kiwifruit, citrus and other subtropical fruits for which the
region is famous. The entire bay offers magnificent waters for big-game fishing, and inland
waterways host jet-boating. Other outdoor activities include kayaking, dolphin watching, white-water
rafting, paragliding, trout fishing and hiking. Whakatane is one of New Zealand's richest farming
and forestry regions. Volatile White Island is an active volcano off the coast. On occasions it
bursts into life and spews ash into the atmosphere. The island is fast becoming known for
scuba-diving adventures. Opotiki has the Waioeka Scenic Reserve where activities such as river
rafting, swimming and canoeing are popular.