Title: Bay of Plenty in Bay of Plenty Region - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca

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# 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)

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![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)

![Kuirau Park featuring a hot spring, a park and mist or fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108100/bcff654c-d925-4859-aacb-75dd812f5af4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Bay of Plenty

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#### 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.

The Bay of Plenty is the perfect choice for wildlife enthusiasts, beach lovers and those who enjoy watersports.

### Tours & day trips

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![Te Puia Geothermal, Kiwi and Māori Art](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49997528/f6990868-a158-4192-bb29-6a96c77c16cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Te Puia Geothermal, Kiwi and Māori Art

8h

Free cancellation available

CA $193

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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![Tauranga Shore Excursion: History & Kiwifruit Tasting – 4 Hours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1760123/44c6a928-35a1-406a-9af6-a9b0b686d760.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Tauranga Shore Excursion: History & Kiwifruit Tasting – 4 Hours

4h

9.6/10

90 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $85

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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![Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Departs Tauranga](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1282007/aac61eec-022a-498a-b6f0-598e92494eb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Rotorua Geothermal Wonderland Tour – Departs Tauranga

6h

10/10

61 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $216

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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![Boutique tour , Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1760157/042b8fed-f0bc-496a-a91a-331b046e41a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Boutique tour , Mt Maunganui, NZ farm, Rotorua lakes/geothermal

7h

9.6/10

41 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $244

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/deluxe-small-group-cruise-day-tour-rotorua-tauranga-mt-maunganui-highlights.a1760157.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![From Tauranga: Half-Day Swimming with Dolphins Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4533129/236e2f48-b884-4893-aa1e-94295b27f7b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### From Tauranga: Half-Day Swimming with Dolphins Tour

5h

8.6/10

39 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $133

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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![Tauranga Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45280133/6b584ee5-9140-4c10-a302-ec577f3d1d59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Tauranga Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Tour

3h 30m

9/10

14 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $141

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scenic-lake-mclaren-kayak-tour.a45280133.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Rotorua via Kiwi/lakes country & a visit to iconic Whakarewarewa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1760101/575b4296-6d8a-4423-b9fd-099844efaa38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Rotorua via Kiwi/lakes country & a visit to iconic Whakarewarewa

8h

9/10

45 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $257

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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![Waimangu Geothermal Valley & Lake Rotomahana Tour – 7hrs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44837711/351048dc-6e2a-44db-bac4-0a1d78a878da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Waimangu Geothermal Valley & Lake Rotomahana Tour – 7hrs

7h

9.6/10

15 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $229

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/7hr-waimangu-geothermal-valley-lake-rotomahana-tour.a44837711.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Rotorua Highlights Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49787081/0fd41c4e-fc7e-4a1e-a00d-c913da90b31b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Rotorua Highlights Tour

8h

8.6/10

8 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $145

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rotorua-highlights-tour.a49787081.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46489940/a62b20a4-3589-491d-8f62-5becf3e3acc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour

2h

8.2/10

57 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $64

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-hour-tauranga-and-mount-maunganui-minibus-private-tour.a46489940.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

### Water activities

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![From Tauranga: Half-Day Swimming with Dolphins Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4533129/236e2f48-b884-4893-aa1e-94295b27f7b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### From Tauranga: Half-Day Swimming with Dolphins Tour

5h

8.6/10

39 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $133

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-tauranga-half-day-swimming-with-dolphins-tour.a4533129.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Tauranga Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45280133/6b584ee5-9140-4c10-a302-ec577f3d1d59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Tauranga Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Tour

3h 30m

9/10

14 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $141

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scenic-lake-mclaren-kayak-tour.a45280133.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44734950/4c20ed00-c176-476b-b5e7-5d100d7315bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

3h

9.8/10

56 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $225

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tauranga-evening-glow-worm-kayak-tour.a44734950.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Epic Tandem Kayak Tour down the Kaituna River Waterfalls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47940245/f1c12f90-9c73-4789-b70f-ecbb89a39abd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Epic Tandem Kayak Tour down the Kaituna River Waterfalls

2h

10/10

1 GetYourGuide review

Free cancellation available

CA $239

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/epic-tandem-kayak-tour-down-the-kaituna-river-waterfalls.a47940245.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![From Tauranga: Dolphin and Wildlife Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4760491/81d64d33-5db4-4e3e-aa47-8571c3c4bd8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### From Tauranga: Dolphin and Wildlife Cruise

5h

8.6/10

30 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $141

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-tauranga-half-day-dolphin-and-wildlife-cruise.a4760491.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394866/8a4abf1d-5618-4878-aa8f-a14d04dd8fa5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Tauranga: Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

3h 15m

9.4/10

41 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $213

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/evening-glow-worm-kayak-tour-in-tauranga.a1394866.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Tauranga: Mount Maunganui Harbour Sightseeing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44953227/e7b61c4e-dc05-4a87-b9b3-dc399c7e2aaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Tauranga: Mount Maunganui Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

1h

9.8/10

27 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $32

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tauranga-mount-maunganui-harbour-sightseeing-cruise.a44953227.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![2-Day Beginner Surfing Course in Mount Maunganui](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51813723/38ba8d7a-d00d-4eb4-8fff-96cb00dad71a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### 2-Day Beginner Surfing Course in Mount Maunganui

2d

Free cancellation available

CA $398

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-day-beginner-surfing-course-in-mount-maunganui.a51813723.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Group Beginner Surf Lesson in Mount Maunganui](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49774811/e7d8ef44-0e79-4d2c-97b6-d9a9168b6409.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Group Beginner Surf Lesson in Mount Maunganui

1h 30m

10/10

1 Viator review

Free cancellation available

CA $64

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surf-lesson-in-mount-maunganui.a49774811.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Family Surfing Lesson in Mount Maunganui](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49786211/29f362d9-6073-4059-9094-c6a4c019687b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Family Surfing Lesson in Mount Maunganui

1h 30m

Free cancellation available

CA $47

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/shared-surfing-lesson-in-mount-maunganui.a49786211.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

### Private & custom tours

[See all 11 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours)

![TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46489940/a62b20a4-3589-491d-8f62-5becf3e3acc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour

2h

8.2/10

57 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $64

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-hour-tauranga-and-mount-maunganui-minibus-private-tour.a46489940.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Private Tour Tauranga Magical Hobbiton Film Set](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49135976/2c00f37c-7405-4628-9ff9-935edcf1e3d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private Tour Tauranga Magical Hobbiton Film Set

6h 30m

CA $1,140

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-tauranga-magical-hobbiton-film-set.a49135976.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Full Day Private Shore Tour in Auckland from Tauranga Cruise Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46912932/8564ef1a-4333-4f1f-a86c-a31e0d7e0e13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Full Day Private Shore Tour in Auckland from Tauranga Cruise Port

10h

CA $572

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-shore-tour-in-auckland-from-tauranga-cruise-port.a46912932.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Private, via beaches, Kiwi farm to Rotorua 8 lakes & Geothermal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1760235/783a7201-e6ca-4595-84b2-d9600b464e9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Private, via beaches, Kiwi farm to Rotorua 8 lakes & Geothermal

8h

10/10

8 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $1,304

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-shore-excursion-rotorua-tauranga-maori-culture-geyser-concert.a1760235.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Romantic Private tour in Tauranga](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3357729/2da202f0-a864-4367-8331-ceb258a7dd33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Romantic Private tour in Tauranga

2h

Free cancellation available

CA $2,667

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/romantic-tour-in-tauranga.a3357729.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![TAURANGA SHORE EXCURSION: V8 TRIKE - 1.5 hour City Sites](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44901199/edac7233-2bc9-4998-8ec8-204da131a721.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### TAURANGA SHORE EXCURSION: V8 TRIKE - 1.5 hour City Sites

1h 30m

10/10

1 verified review

Free cancellation available

CA $563

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

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![ROTORUA - Hell's Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46891288/a6041ee8-4757-4f52-a1fd-5870a36a9562.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### ROTORUA - Hell's Gate Geothermal Park & Mud Spa Day Trip

6h

9.2/10

16 Viator reviews

CA $237

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tauranga-tour-rotorua-hells-gate-geothermal-park-mud-spa.a46891288.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Rotorua Geothermal Wonders – 7h Private Shore Tour from Tauranga](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51566522/85a01995-8622-410b-b28d-5737a0e6b716.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Rotorua Geothermal Wonders – 7h Private Shore Tour from Tauranga

7h

CA $370

includes taxes & fees

per adult

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rotorua-geothermal-wonders-7h-private-shore-tour-from-tauranga.a51566522.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

![Rotorua Private Tour from Tauranga (up to 18 people)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49868801/8f2c10c3-8a77-4d22-a8a1-ce7ccb321842.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### Rotorua Private Tour from Tauranga (up to 18 people)

8h

Free cancellation available

CA $1,770

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

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![The Best of Tauranga Private Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3350472/4dda3924-aa33-4151-93fb-8a322ebddd82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### The Best of Tauranga Private Walking Tour

2h

10/10

1 Viator review

Free cancellation available

CA $2,455

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-of-tauranga-walking-tour.a3350472.activity-details?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&swp=off)

### Wildlife & nature

[See all 7 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6047975&location=Bay+of+Plenty&filter.categories=WildlifeNature)

![From Tauranga: Half-Day Swimming with Dolphins Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4533129/236e2f48-b884-4893-aa1e-94295b27f7b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### From Tauranga: Half-Day Swimming with Dolphins Tour

5h

8.6/10

39 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $133

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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![From Tauranga: Skydive over Mount Maunganui](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4751487/2effd693-343e-47d1-a32b-1d183bf68f97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### From Tauranga: Skydive over Mount Maunganui

1h 30m

10/10

25 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $430

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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![From Tauranga: Dolphin and Wildlife Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4760491/81d64d33-5db4-4e3e-aa47-8571c3c4bd8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)

### From Tauranga: Dolphin and Wildlife Cruise

5h

8.6/10

30 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $141

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Half Day Dolphin & Wildlife Cruise - Tauranga

5h

8.6/10

14 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $141

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Tauranga City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Tour

2h

9/10

17 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $64

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Tauranga: Evening Big Kanu Glowworm Tour

2h

8.6/10

8 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $137

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Tauranga: Daytime Scenic Lake McLaren Kayak Tour

3h

9.4/10

6 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $145

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Rotorua: Lake Tarawera, Redwoods & Hot Tubs Tour

7h

10/10

2 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $233

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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8h

10/10

4 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

CA $270

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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2h

Free cancellation available

CA $14

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Popular places to visit

#### Ohope International Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Ohope at Ohope International Golf Club. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area. 

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#### Ohope Beach

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Ohope Beach, a lovely green space in Ohope. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area. 

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#### Maraetotara Reserve

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#### Muriwai’s Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Muriwai’s Cave during your travels in Whakatane. Visit the spas in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses. 

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#### Te Manuka Tutahi Marae

4/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Whakatane when you stop by Te Manuka Tutahi Marae. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. 

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#### Mataatua: The House That Came Home

5/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Mataatua: The House That Came Home in Whakatane. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. 

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 Pukehina Bay of Plenty

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 Whakatane Bay of Plenty

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 Pukehina Bay of Plenty Region

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