Tauranga 

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Tauranga, the largest town in the Bay of Plenty, is a port that serves the surrounding agricultural region. It's a fairly laid back place that becomes extremely busy in summer because of its temperate climate and beautiful beaches.

With more than 200 speciality retail outlets, Tauranga is a great place to shop. In the city centre, there is a wide variety of good food on offer in the many restaurants and cafes: Spanish, Thai, Indian, Mexican, Italian, Turkish or Japanese cuisine - whatever takes your fancy. The dining locations are as varied as the cuisines. Choose from award-winning fine dining in up-market restauarants, wood-fired gourmet pizzas at an outside dining area, and superb take-away fish and chips on the beach.

The clear waters surrounding Tauranga are perfect for ocean-based activities, including swimming with dolphins, diving, game fishing and surfing. The area features many first-class golf courses and there is whitewater rafting, jet boating and 4WD thrills for the adventurous. Alternatively, a relaxing time can be spent visiting a winery or soaking in either hot mineral spas or the unique hot saltwater pools.

Things to do

• Swim, surf, jet-ski, parasail, windsurf or waterski off the beach at Tauranga.
• Head to Devonport Rd or The Strand for great restaurants and bars.
• Drive to Minden Lookout for unobstructed views along the Bay of Plenty coast.
• Choose from a variety of walks around Tauranga and Waikareo estuary.
• Walk through Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park.
• Picnic, swim and walk at McLaren Falls.
• Smell the roses in Robbins Park and Hothouse.
• Take a cruise, swim with dolphins and snorkel.
• Get an adrenalin rush whitewater rafting, skydiving and bungy rocketing!
• Catch a ferry from Omokoroa and explore Matakana Island on foot or bike.
• Fish, windsurf, swim and kayak off the pristine beaches of Matakana Island.

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