Tauranga
The largest holiday and tourist destination of the Bay of Plenty is Tauranga. This sunny coastal city is host to a huge array of wet and dry activities including diving, horse riding and treks, hot pools, zoos and wildlife parks, golf, museums and art galleries, guided walks, tramping, hiking, scenic flights, fishing, 4W driving, tandem skydiving, indoor rock climbing, kayaking, jet boating and jet skiing. Accommodation in Tauranga ranges from exclusive luxury accommodation, bungalows, batches, beach houses, self catering accommodation, campsites and holiday parks. The newly developed waterfront offers cafes, restaurants, wineries, bars, and nightclubs.

Throughout the year, Tauranga hosts well-known events featuring sport, arts, music, wine and food. Every Easter, the Montana Jazz Festival is performed in a venue of cafes and bars in the central business area. The Tauranga Boutique Food and Wine Festival offers boutique wines from New Zealand, plus exquisite food from local cafes and restaurants.

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Location: Bay of Plenty, East Coast of the North Island, New Zealand.

Attractions: Visit the many wineries and restaurants to experiment award winning local wines and fresh cuisine.

Swim with the dolphins for a close encounter with these beautiful marine creatures.