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Tauranga is a superb coastal resort city located in the Bay of Plenty on the East Coast of the North Island of New Zealand. It is the country’s fastest growing region with a temperate climate and internationally recognised wonderful white sand and surf beaches; one visit and you’ll understand why Kiwis want to live here.
The Bay of Plenty records an average of 2,225 hours of sunshine per annum and the average temperate in summer is 23.7oc and can be much hotter.
The city hosts everything from surf lifesaving events to beach volleyball and surfing contests. Surf lifesaving guards assist safe swimming in the beautiful Pacific Ocean.
Known to local Maori people as Mauao, the dormant volcanic cone of Mount Maunganui is shrouded in legend and history.
Knowledgeable Cruise Ambassadors will greet you on the wharf to assist you to find the places you want to visit and the things you want to do. Regular bus shuttle services are available as well as a Visitor Information Centre (i-SITE) within 300 metres of the wharf.
Shore excursions from the Port of Tauranga rank among the most enjoyable and informative in New Zealand with destinations like the thermal and cultural wonderland of Rotorua, Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves and the kiwifruit orchards around Tauranga |
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