Details About Tauranga

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Tauranga, located in the Bay of Plenty region, is a unique coastal city favoured by abundant sunshine all year round, beautiful beaches and fertile soils. The Bay of Plenty region has a population in excess of 75,000 and is one of the fastest growing areas of New Zealand. One of the biggest influences on the region's prosperity is the Port of Tauranga. As New Zealand's largest export port, it handles locally produced paper and timber products, kiwifruit and dairy products bound for the international market. Tauranga is only 2 and a half hours drive from Auckland and an hour and a quarter from Hamilton.
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Activities

Visit the amazing Waimangu Volcanic Valley, which was formed during the 1886 Mount Tarawera eruption. The Pohutu Geyser at Whakarewarewa Thermal Valley can shoot water 100 feet/30metres skyward. Gain a different perspective of Rotorua from the air. Choose a flightseeing excursion to White Island, an active volcano, or over the awesome crater of Mount Tarawera. Bathe in a crystal clear hot spa at the Blue Baths. A museum in the old changing rooms showcases the building's colourful past. Dine upstairs in the elegant 1930s tearooms, with views over the beautifully manicured Government Gardens.

Adventures

Hike to the top of the majestic Mount Tarawera (a day trip). The more adventurous can enjoy a scree run down into the crater! Choose from a variety of lake and river excursions - cruise, kayak, raft or white water sledge. Get a taste for white water rafting - the thrilling rapids of the Rangitaiki River and New Zealand's highest commercially rafted waterfall on the Kaituna River.

Shopping

Rotorua is known as the heart of Maori culture. Souvenir and gift shops have exquisite examples of Maori arts and crafts.

Currency

New Zealand's unit of currency is the New Zealand dollar (NZ$). Foreign currency can easily be exchanged at banks, some hotels and Bureau de Change kiosks, which are found at international airports and most city centres. All major credit cards can be used in New Zealand. Travellers Cheques are accepted at hotels, banks and some stores.

 
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