Click HERE for a map of Tauranga and
surrounding areas
Tauranga is at the
northern end of the Bay of Plenty, on the north-east coast of the
North Island. The main centre for the region, it is the
most populated city in this area with over 120,000 permanent
residents, as well as the 6th largest urban area in New
Zealand, and it's still growing!
Located at the entrance to the
large, natural harbour, the area was first occupied in the
12th century, but it was during the early 1800's that the area
really became settled, and permanent small towns and villages start
to expand and flourish. The harbour has been central to
the growth and prosperity of the early township, and even today, it
is New Zealand's biggest exporting port, holds 2 large marinas with
berths for over 1000 yachts and boats and is the area's primary
cruise ship port of call.
Tauranga is a popular town for New
Zealanders to retire to, and surf & sun seekers, who want close
proximity to the water and all its activies, but want to live in
cosmopolitan city with more to offer.
Scores of New Zealanders vacation
in the area during the summer months, and many have holiday homes
in the town. Because it is such a popular seaside
resort, there is a huge selection of accommodation available, from
backpackers hostels, camping and holidays parks, motels, and
self-contained apartments, to hotels, holiday homes, bed &
breakfast properties, lodges and luxury lodges. There are
also numerous shops, bars and restaurants that cater to local
residents as well as visiting tourists.
The main attractions in and
around the town focus mainly on the fabulous beaches, which are
long and sandy and offer great surfing, safe swimming, kayaking and
there are many small islands, wrecks and reefs that make
for stunning diving areas. Other than the watersports,
the area has many parks and gardens to explore, walking, hiking and
mountain biking trails and numerous tours and attractions to
experience.
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