An Introduction to Tauranga, New Zealand

Tauranga is located on the coast in the Western Bay of Plenty. It has the largest port in New Zealand and with a population of approximately 120,000, Tauranga is the fifth largest city in New Zealand.

Currently Tauranga is the largest city in New Zealand to have a Maori name.

Some might say the “focal point” of Tauranga is Mauao or “The Mount” as it is affectionately called by the locals. Mauao is certainly a dominating view in Tauranga’s skyline

Tauranga enjoys a sunny, warm dry climate which makes its beach “suburbs” of Mt Maunganui andPapamoa a favourite amoung holiday makers. Hundreds flock to the sunny shores to celebrate Christmas and New Year by camping and renting holiday homes next to our “world famous” beaches.

If you’re looking for somewhere to stay, Tauranga has plenty of quality hotels, motels, holiday houses and camping grounds. We also have a huge selection of cafes, bars and restaurants to dine out on a fabulous Tauranga evening.

If you need a way to get around the sunny Bay of Plenty, there are a number of car rental firms in Tauranga.

We look forward to writing many varied and interesting articles on Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty. If you would like to know about something in particular, please send us an email at info@nz-tauranga.com and we’d be happy to help!

photo credit: nim