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Tauranga ( Māori pronunciation: [ˈtaʉɾaŋa]) [3] [4] is a coastal city in the Bay of Plenty Region and the fifth-most populous city of New Zealand, with an urban population of 161,800 (June 2023) [2], or roughly 3% of the national population.
Tauranga is the largest city in the Bay of Plenty and one of the fastest growing population centres in the country. Central to Auckland, Rotorua and Hamilton, and just a 15 minute drive from one of New Zealand's most popular beach towns, Mount Maunganui.
Tauranga is the main hub of the Bay of Plenty region, making it a great base for quick road trips to some of the region’s hidden gems and must-see attractions. Within 30 minutes drive, you can be marvelling at waterfalls, kayaking under glowworms, hiking in the hills, doing a treetop obstacle course and much more!
Tauranga, New Zealand. The lush parks and golden beaches of Tauranga make it a popular destination for outdoorsy folks and watersports lovers. Here on New Zealand’s North Island, you’ll find a variety of opportunities for surfing, white water rafting, kiteboarding, hiking and golfing.
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Sprawling along the coast and picturesque waterways of the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing cities, rich in history, culture and stunning natural attractions.
