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Bay of Plenty is New Zealand's premier beach and surf destination and offers 'plenty' of choice. Set at the entrance to a natural harbour, surrounded by Pacific Ocean and 100 km of white sand with the magnificent Mauao (Mt Manganui) guarding the entrance, the 'Bay' is a haven for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
Located only two and a half hours drive from Auckland along the east coast of the North Island, is the city of Tauranga in the northern area of the Bay of Plenty. Tauranga offers its' own unique twist to the big city lifestyle but at a more relaxed pace.
Mount Manganui is the focal point of heritage and culture in the region and together with the popular beaches that surround it, provides pleasant walking opportunies, both around its base and to it's summit. |
Picturesque bays and coves offer many a stunning view to break up the journey including the small town of Tolaga Bay, where the longest wharf in the southern hemisphere (660 m) proudly juts out into the bay.
Yet it is not only the coastline that provides Bay of Plenty with it's beauty, the hinterland is equally stunning. Wilderness lakes, mountain ranges, dense forests, rivers and rolling farmland are all present, as well as Te Urewera National Park, the third largest national park in the country.
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