Title: Bay of Plenty in Bay of Plenty Region - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca [Bay of Plenty Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Bay-Of-Plenty-Hotels.0-l6047975-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Bay of Plenty Region](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Bay-Of-Plenty-Region.d553248635997166772.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Bay of Plenty Region](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Bay-Of-Plenty-Region.d553248635997166772.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Bay of Plenty Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Bay-Of-Plenty.d6047975.Car-Rental-Guide)[Bay of Plenty Region Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Bay-Of-Plenty-Region.d553248635997166772.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Bay of Plenty Tours and Activities ![Hamurana showing forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610836/573dac6b-c8d9-4c40-aac1-b1d447d5fbdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hamurana showing forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610836/573dac6b-c8d9-4c40-aac1-b1d447d5fbdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hamurana Springs featuring forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610836/cdd14d2f-bc30-499b-9e36-e68be46a86f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Rotoiti featuring a lake or waterhole and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052731/312c5265-d5f0-45e5-9688-6bc0dc78dff6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland showing tranquil scenes and a hot spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108140/ccbbdd05-a7e1-4ca3-8175-9db884744eba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Bay of Plenty Activities --- --- #### Lush orchards, active volcanoes and dazzling white-sand coastlines shape the face of this exciting region in New Zealand's North Island. The Bay of Plenty is one of New Zealand’s sunniest places, meaning that visitors flock to its sandy shorelines to soak up hours of warm sunshine throughout the year. Discover the region’s wide variety of fascinating flora and fauna, some of which is endangered or protected. Captain James Cook anchored in this region in 1769\. He declared it a “bay of plenty” due to its numerous plantations and villages. Explore this stunning area to see why this is bursting with things to do and see. Water-based activities abound here. Take a Dolphin Seafari tour in Tauranga and swim with dolphins and possibly orca whales in their natural habitat. Kayak along the Wairoa River, which is surrounded by lush forest great for birdwatching, or around the scenic inlet of Ohiwa Harbour. Take a boat out to White Island, an active marine volcano where hot mud and acid bubble up from deep underground. Hike to the top of Mauao, an extinct volcanic cone which offers panoramic views of the bay and the Pacific Ocean from its peak. Other popular excursion destinations include Moutohora, an uninhabited island and wildlife sanctuary where rare and endangered plants and animals such as fur seals, blue penguins and kiwis can be seen. Sunbathe on the beaches of Ohope and Mount Maunganui, popular spots with locals because the white sands and surf. Go fishing in Whakatane, one of the sunniest towns in New Zealand which is also home to huge schools of yellowfin tuna. Stop by the small town of Te Puke, New Zealand’s “kiwifruit capital.” Visit a working kiwifruit farm and take a photo near a giant slice of the furry fruit. Fly into Auckland Airport and then catch a connecting flight to Tauranga, or ride one of the long-distance buses. Join a tour group or hire a guide to visit some of the outlying islands. Some of these islands are pest-free and home to endangered species, meaning certain rules must be followed during visits. 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