Things to Do in Bay of Plenty Region in 2026

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A geothermal hot spring with clear blue water, a red-brown edge, and steam rising from the water.

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Things to do

Waiotapu: Thermal Park and Lady Knox Geyser Entry Ticket

Rotorua: Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Park Entry Ticket

￥4,399

per adult

86% of travellers recommend

Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour

￥11,222

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Marama: Geyser Light Trail

￥4,179

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua

￥5,835

per adult

Te Po Indigenous Evening Experience

￥18,224

per adult

Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

￥13,197

per adult

Hell's Gate Mud Bath & Spas

￥8,080

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

Polynesian Spa Rotorua: Deluxe Lake Spa Hot Spring Bathing

￥7,626

per adult

3Mirage 360 Degree Immersion Virtual Experience

￥4,399

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

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Rotorua Tour from Auckland with Optional Extras

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TAURANGA City & Scenic Sightseeing 2-hour Local Bus Tour

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Glow Worm Kayak Tour

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Rotorua: Te Pa Tu Māori Cultural Experience with Dinner

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From Tauranga: Skydive over Mount Maunganui

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What to do in Bay of Plenty Region

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Mount Maunganui

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Maunganui during your travels in Tauranga. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

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Where to stay in Bay of Plenty Region

Find the best Bay of Plenty Region areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Mount Maunganui

Mount Maunganui is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Pilot Bay Beach or Maunganui Beach.

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Papamoa Beach

Unique features of Papamoa Beach include the beaches and shopping. Make a stop by Papamoa Beach or Bay of Plenty while you're exploring the area.

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Papamoa

When in Papamoa, you can plan a visit to Gordon Spratt Reserve and Papamoa Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Whakarewarewa

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Whakarewarewa. Make a stop by Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village or Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute while you're exploring the area.