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Bay of Plenty New Zealand


Bay of Plenty New Zealand
With its mild and sunny climate, you will enjoy the popular beaches of New Zealand in the Bay of Plenty. This coastal strip of New Zealand enjoys a temperate climate where unspoilt rainforests and sub-tropical farmlands thrive. Tauranga, the main city, boasts the biggest harbour in the country for exportation. Mount Manganui beaches are well-known for surfing, and the region as a whole is popular for a wide range of outdoor adventure sports.
Travel guides for Bay of Plenty: guide, bayofplentynz.com
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Bay of Plenty Climate and Weather


What to do in Bay of Plenty

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Become partners with marine life    1 KM Opotiki
The value of reefs in our oceans ecosystem are well documented. It is now possible for you to be able to give back to the sea in personal ways just by using your computer from anywhere in the world or by attending our educational workshops. Our waterside accommodation at The Wharf Hub is great too.
Aerius Helicopters    3.6 KM Tauranga
The Tauranga and Rotorua region offers some of New Zealand's most spectacular scenery. Deep blue lakes surrounded by volcanic and geothermal backdrops, to long sandy beaches disappearing into the Pacific Ocean. Our scenic flights range from short local flights, providing a great view and the thrill of a helicopter flight to longer scenic flights that include White Island, Mount Tarawera and the Rotorua lakes.
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Elements Watersports    2.8 KM Tauranga
Looking to learn to Sail or Windsurf or would you like to Rent some Windsurf Kit or a sailing Dinghy? We have the very best equipment, professionally trained staff, and the perfect location. Learn to Sail a Dinghy, get hooked on Windsurfing, learn the art of Paddleboarding, introduce your child to Watersports or gain watersports Instructor Training.
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Sunfish Charters    2.1 KM Tauranga
As Tauranga's Premier Charter boat company, Sunfish Charters offer a personalized service and exceptional value to our customers. Our modern offshore charter boat is designed and rigged for serious game and sports fishing and is available for private charter for fishing, diving, sightseeing and corporate events.
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Private guided tours to Rotorua8.7 KM Tauranga
Let us show you around Rotorua's famous geothermal area including geysers, boiling mud pools and much more. On the way explore native rain forest and learn about Maori legends.
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Accessible New Zealand Tours    2.4 KM Tauranga
Our tours are specialized for disabled travelers or those who may just need a helping hand along the way. We have tours for young and old and can work with you to provide a tour to suit you and your group. We are about showing you the unimaginable, taking you to the unreachable and giving you experiences you never thought possible.
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Swim with wild Dolphins    2.2 KM Tauranga
We use a large high speed launch, operating from the Tauranga Bridge Marina Facility. The trip is three to four hours long, leaving in the morning. Hot and cold drinks and complimentary continental breakfast available on board. Wet suits, masks, snorkels and fins are supplied. Many different species of mammals, whales, fish, and birds are regularly seen. The qualified guides give a full commenta
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Maori village evening and hangi dinner    11.5 KM Waiotapu
The Tamaki Maori village evening combines traditional Maori cultural performances with cooked hangi dinner. The tour starts with the travel through the ancient tawa forest to learn Maori customs before entering the village. Before and during the three course hangi dinner cooked in the ground, Maori performances cover traditional ceremonies, dancing, singing and storytelling. The tribal marketplace allows to discover arts, crafts and weaponry and tattooing methods.
White Island    6.7 KM Whakatane
Live this unique experience! Vulcan offers you a visit of White Island, and its continuously active volcano, by helicopter.
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Current and upcoming events in Bay of Plenty

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    0.4 KM Tauranga
Step into a world of sweeping melodies, soaring voices, and the graceful rhythm of the waltz in this unforgettable concert Waltz of My Heart, a celebration of one of the most beloved musical forms in history. From the iconic Viennese waltzes of ...
Start Date:    End Date:    Venue: Holy Trinity Church - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty   Distance: 0.4 KM from Tauranga
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    0.6 KM Tauranga
Coming to a Baycourt near you! Our nearly 100-year-old Mighty Wurli steps into the spotlight for its next musical blockbuster that blends the thrill of live theatre with the glamour of cinema. Starring acclaimed theatre organist Scott ...
Start Date:    End Date:    Venue: Baycourt Addison Theatre - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty   Distance: 0.6 KM from Tauranga
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    3.3 KM Tauranga
BoPS will join forces with the Youth Philharmonic Tauranga (YPT) for the third time to present “Young@Heart3”, a concert glorious symphonic music inspired by the drama and beauty of opera – space opera, rock opera, grand opera. ...
Start Date:    End Date:    Venue: Otumoetai College - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty   Distance: 3.3 KM from Tauranga
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    0.6 KM Tauranga
Get ready to say “Thank you for the Music”. Don't miss this 2-hour spectacular live concert that will take you through the songs, the life and magic that made ABBA one of the most successful bands of all time. Sing along to all the ...
Start Date:    End Date:    Venue: Baycourt Addison Theatre - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty   Distance: 0.6 KM from Tauranga
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    0.6 KM Tauranga
A diverse, intimate and engaging presentation of mixed ensemble chamber music for flute and string quartet by some of NZ’s top string musicians joined by NZSO principal flautist Bridget Douglas. Jessica Oddie – Violin, Anna van der Zee ...
Start Date:    End Date:    Venue: Baycourt X Space - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty   Distance: 0.6 KM from Tauranga
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    0.3 KM Tauranga
Let Opus Orchestra take you on a journey of discovery into one of the real gems of Beethoven’st works. With guest conductor Michael Joel as your musical guide, this concert invites you to experience the elegance, joyfulness and mischief of ...
Start Date:    End Date:    Venue: St Peters in the City - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty   Distance: 0.3 KM from Tauranga
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    0.6 KM Tauranga
Acclaimed nine-piece band Imperfect Offering presents That's How the Light Gets In — a concert commemorating the enduring spirit of Leonard Cohen. The performance includes many of Cohen's most loved songs - "Suzanne", "Hallelujah", "First We ...
Start Date:    End Date:    Venue: Baycourt Addison Theatre - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty   Distance: 0.6 KM from Tauranga
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    0.6 KM Tauranga
Behind every piece of music is a story and across their 2026 Season, the New Zealand String Quartet is diving into them. Join them at Toi Tauranga Art Gallery for an evening exploring a rich cross-section of compositional voices and celebrating the ...
Start Date:    End Date:    Venue: Toi Tauranga Art Gallery - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty   Distance: 0.6 KM from Tauranga
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    1.8 KM Tauranga
John Rae's Celtic Roots John Rae - Drums Jack Harris - Bass Ben Wilcock - Piano Oscar Lavën - Saxophone John Rae’s Celtic Roots Friday 2 October – 7pm Graham Young Youth Theatre, Tauranga Boys College Blending Celtic ...
Start Date:    End Date:    Venue: Graham Young Youth Theatre - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty   Distance: 1.8 KM from Tauranga
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    0.6 KM Tauranga
Following her sensational sold-out 2024 tour, Macy Gray returns for her largest ever tour of Australia and New Zealand - and this time, Tauranga Arts Festival is proudly part of the journey. This is not just a concert tour - Macy Gray Live is a ...
Start Date:    End Date:    Venue: Baycourt Addison Theatre - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty   Distance: 0.6 KM from Tauranga
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    0.6 KM Tauranga
THE UNOFFICIAL TRIBUTE SHOW – TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift Music New Zealand 2026 Tour It was the biggest concert tour in history, and now you can re-live the hype when THE UNOFFICIAL TRIBUTE SHOW - TAYLOR: A Tribute to the ...
Start Date:    End Date:    Venue: Baycourt Addison Theatre - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty   Distance: 0.6 KM from Tauranga
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Camping and overnight campervan parking in Bay of Plenty

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Masonic Hotel Opotiki    0.5 KM Opotiki
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Shopping   (Fees Apply)
 
Opotiki Holiday Park    0.6 KM Opotiki
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry   (Fees Apply)
 
Mt Maunganui Holiday Park    6.1 KM Tauranga
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry, Wi-Fi, Shopping   (Fees Apply)
 
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Tirohanga 743-841 State Highway 3    6.3 KM Opotiki
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power, Laundry, Shopping   (Fees Apply)
 
Maketu Hilltop Holiday Park    7.5 KM Paengaroa
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers   (Fees Apply)
 
Omokoroa Domain    11.7 KM Tauranga
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water   Free
 
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Mclarens Falls Camp Ground    16.9 KM Tauranga
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Power   (Fees Apply)
 
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Matata Lagoon    21.4 KM Whakatane
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power   (Fees Apply)
 
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Pikowai Campground    22.7 KM Paengaroa
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power   (Fees Apply)
 
Motu Bridge And Falls Free Camp Spot    34.2 KM Opotiki
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water   Free
 
Omaio Hoani Waititi Reserve Land    36.6 KM Opotiki
Overnight campervan parking - No facilities   Free
Te Kaha At The Haparapara River    40.7 KM Opotiki
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers   Free
 
Matawai Hotel Matawai    44.6 KM Opotiki
Overnight campervan parking - No facilities   (Fees Apply)
Manganuku Campsite Waioeka River Gorge    44.7 KM Opotiki
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets   (Fees Apply)
 
Te Kaha Holiday Park    46.8 KM Opotiki
Overnight campervan parking - Facilities: Water, Toilets, Showers, Power   (Fees Apply)
 

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