Location: Bay of Plenty Region
Top Things to do in Bay of Plenty Region
Top Restaurants in Bay of Plenty Region
10 Outdoor Activities in Bay of Plenty Region That You Shouldn't Miss
The Bay of Plenty (Māori: Te Moana-a-Toi) is a large bight in the northern coast of New Zealand's North Island. It stretches from the Coromandel Peninsula in the west to Cape Runaway in the east, a wide stretch of some 259 km of open coastline. The Bay of Plenty Region is situated around this body of water, also incorporating several large islands in the bay. The bay was named by James Cook after he noticed the abundant food supplies at several Māori villages there, in stark contrast to the earlier observations he had made in Poverty Bay.
Restaurants in Bay of Plenty Region
1. Mount Maunganui Base Track
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5.0 based on 957 reviews
Reviewed By kpiddy - Brisbane, Australia
Hiking the Mount Maunganui Base track is a wonderful way to discover this beautiful part of the east coast of the north island, the track is very popular with locals for their fitness as are the other tracks which go up to the summit of the mount. The suggested time to complete the 2.5 km track is fifty minutes but can be done in a shorter time. Access to the track is at Mount Maunganui Beach, near the surf club and caravan park, paid parking is available on the street.
2. Harley Davidson Chauffeured Passenger Tour of Hobbiton Lord of the Rings
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Mount Maunganui Summit Track
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5.0 based on 2,720 reviews
Reviewed By sussan59 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Make sure you've got good shoes on and comfortable clothing, this is a great workout, especially for the baby boomer generation. The track was very dry the day we climbed the mount, ergo it was quite slippery, and we had to watch our step going up. The views once you reach the summit are stunning. The sense of achievement feels pretty good too! Going down, we chose the steep steps which were also a challenge, and our thighs felt it the following day. Overall a great experience!
4. Kaharoa Kokako Track
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
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5. Waiotahe Beach
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5.0 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By Timtimwils81 - New Zealand, null
Very nice beach to swim at, very safe. Lifeguards were also on the beach every Sunday from Nov - Feb.
6. Clearwater Cruises
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Clearwater Cruises offers Skippered and Self Drive scenic Charters on the crystal clear waters of Lake Tarawera, Rotorua. Group size 1 to 50. Trout fishing, jet ski, kayaks, on board dining, Hot Water Beach picnics and bathing, parties and functions, water taxi. Enjoy the majestic backdrop of Mt Tarawera and bushy shorelines. Narated history of volcanic eruption and Pink and White terraces.
7. Motu Trails
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5.0 based on 31 reviews
The Dunes Trail is part of the Motu Trails Cycleway. It's a shared-use (bike, walk, run) trail that undulates 10km along the Pacific coast east of Opotiki. The riding is easy, the views sensational. Cruise just a few kilometres, or ride on to the Motu Road and Pakihi Track.
Reviewed By R298YWpetert
Well worth the effort if you are half fit and love back country bush and scenery. Started at Opotiki and rode Dunes trail then Motu road. Tougher first climb to Meremere Hilltop but pretty reasonable after that. Motu Village cafe well worth the visit - great service and home baking. The motu falls are nice but not spectacular. stayed at camp ground in Matawai in one room cabin - just fine for bikers!
8. Karangahake Windows Walk
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5.0 based on 62 reviews
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Reviewed By N7718OPpaulb - Chesterfield, United Kingdom
This easy walk through the gorge and tunnels is a must do if you are in the area. Good tracks along the river and interesting industrial history. Kids loved the tunnels. Highly recommended
9. Waitawheta Tramway
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By D5059XXandrem - Manukau, New Zealand
My companion and I are in our late 50's and we did a day hike to the DOC hut and back. It was a very sunny day, very warm and dry. We had a awesome and challenging time. (challenging distance wise). 20Kms return took us approx 6.5hrs, not counting the 30min break at the hut for lunch. Next time we'll take more breaks on the way back and a towel so we can soak our feet in the river. further up the water is so clear and inviting. Walking besides the river under the cover of bush is awesome. Was impressed with the condition of the track, lots of nice bridges, only 1 river crossing. Path fairly flat (elevation gain of 260m over 10km). Min wet patches. some may find the path rocky in places. We're glad we wore our tramping boots. The Waitawheta Hut is very tidy and decent clean. Highly recommend this walk.
10. Ohope Beach
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4.5 based on 568 reviews
Reviewed By KarenM9543
Ohope beach is a neat beach to laze and to swim.we went to west end made sure the surfers were out further than us while swimming was a lovely day
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