Separated by a glistening harbour spanned by a vehicle bridge, Tauranga and Mount Maunganui are ideal for a beach holiday. One of New Zealand’s fastest-growing cities, Tauranga offers an idyllic lifestyle in a region bathed in sunshine. A buzzing harbourside shopping and dining precinct is perfect for al fresco dining. Tauranga Harbour is a popular stopover for cruise ships and it’s also the departure point for cruises and fishing charters. On the other side of the harbour, the isthmus of Mount Maunganui is named for the hill that rises dramatically from the coast – known to Maori as ‘Mauao’. A long white-sand beach overlooked by cafés and apartment-style accommodation makes this a hugely popular summertime destination.
You´ll ❤️ these great things to see & do…
- Climb to the top of Mauao (Mount Maunganui)
- Learn all about the iconic kiwifruit at Kiwi 360
- Try the thrill of blokarting on a purpose-built track at Papamoa
- Soak in the Mount Maunganui Hot Salt Water Pools
- Brave an exciting white-water rafting adventure on the powerful Wairoa River
- Take a lesson and learn how to surf at Mount Maunganui’s Main Beach
- A vibrant and growing city, Tauranga offers good shopping, nightlife and harbourside dining
- The beachside settlement of Mount Maunganui has its own shopping and dining strip
- Short walks around the base or to the top of Mount Maunganui are popular.
Useful Tauranga Resources