4 days in Tauranga Itinerary

The largest city in the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga features extensive sandy beaches, well-maintained hiking paths, and a good range of accommodations.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Tauranga: Rotorua (Redwoods Treewalk, Redwoods, Whakarewarewa Forest, &more) and Taupo (Huka Falls Walkway & Adrenaline & Extreme Tours). Spend the 30th (Sat) observing fascinating marine mammals with Bay Explorer Island & Wildlife Cruise. There's lots more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Mount Maunganui Summit Track, stroll around McLaren Falls Park, enjoy the sand and surf at Mt Maunganui Main Beach, and hike along Mount Maunganui Base Track.

To find maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Tauranga trip itinerary builder.

January in Tauranga sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C at night.