First-Timerβs Guide to Tauranga: Mauao Summit, Surf Beaches & Coastal Kai
Discover Tauranga & Mount Maunganui (Tauranga Moana) with our insider guide: Mauao summit hike, surf beaches, Pilot Bay sunsets, and coastal kai.
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Tauranga & Mount Maunganui Nightlife Guide: 6 Best Surf Bars, Glowworm Kayaking & Hot Pools
Discover Tauranga and Mount Maunganui after dark. From laid-back coastal surf bars and craft breweries to nighttime glowworm kayak canyon tours and hot saltwater ocean pools under the stars.
Rainy Day in Tauranga & Mount Maunganui: 6 Best Heated Saltwater Pools & Arts
When stormy swells hit the Bay of Plenty, discover Tauranga's top indoor escapes. From geothermally heated ocean saltwater pools at the foot of Mauao and aviation museums to indoor bouldering and contemporary art galleries.
Tauranga & Mount Maunganui with Kids: 7 Best Family Beaches, Waterparks & Animal Encounters
The definitive family guide to Tauranga and Mount Maunganui. From calm paddle-boarding in Pilot Bay and thermal heated hot pools to Baywave giant hydroslides and Marshall's Animal Park.
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3 Days in Tauranga & Mount Maunganui: The Ultimate 72-Hour Coastal Summits & Surf Itinerary
The perfect 3-day Tauranga and Mount Maunganui itinerary. Maximise your 72 hours with our hour-by-hour route covering Mauao sunrise climbs, Main Beach surf, and forest waterfalls.
Where to Eat in Tauranga & Mount Maunganui: Wharf Seafood, Beach Roasters & Craft Taps
Taste the best of the Bay of Plenty: wharf-fresh fish and chips at Bobby's, specialty espresso in the Mount, craft breweries, and lantern-lit street dining.
7 Best Hikes & Scenic Walks in Tauranga & Mount Maunganui: Coastal Summits & Forest Waterfalls
Explore Tauranga & Mount Maunganui's best walks: iconic Mauao summit climb, coastal base tracks, Papamoa Hills MΔori pΔ, McLaren Falls, and Kaiate waterfalls.
Tauranga & Mount Maunganui on a Budget: Free Coastal Summits, Waterfalls & Beach Hacks
Experience Tauranga and Mount Maunganui on a shoestring: free Mauao summit climbs, Kaiate waterfalls, iconic harbour fish & chips, and beach camping hacks.
Where to Stay in Tauranga & Mount Maunganui: Best Beachfront Stays & Areas
Choose between bustling surf-side apartments in Mount Maunganui, waterfront hotels in downtown Tauranga, and peaceful family stays in Papamoa.