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Tauranga is best known for its beautiful beaches and abundant water activities. Tauranga activities range from Adrenalin Forest's ropes obstacle course to the New Zealand famous <a href="/en/rotorua/evening-glow-worm-kayak-tour">glow worm kayak tour</a>. This beautiful destination is also just a 1 hour drive from <a href="/en/rotorua">Rotorua</a> and 1.5 hours from the <a href="/en/the-coromandel">Coromandel</a>. 
 
Things to do in Tauranga New Zealand - Tours Activities 
 
In the heart of the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is booming, and it’s not hard to see why. The huge natural harbour ensures it is a thriving community, being NZ’s busiest port attests to that. But when you combine this with an unbroken 20km stretch of golden beach with good surf and the revitalised waterfront and marina that is now packed with bars and restaurants you start to realise why Kiwis flock here for their summer holidays. Just over the way at the northern tip of the ocean beach is Mount Maunganui, an extinct volcano that is a marker from all parts of the Bay of Plenty. A hike to the top will reward you with incredible views of the town, the harbour and Matakana Island. 
 
While the sea and all the usual activities that go along with are reason enough to visit Tauranga, perhaps the standout is the unique chance to go kayaking just after dark along a canyon lit up with glow worms off Lake McLaren.

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Grade 5 White Water Rafting on the Kaituna River

Perfect for thrill seekers visiting Rotorua, take on the rapids & waterfalls of Kaituna River on a Grade 5 rafting adventure with Kaituna Cascades. 

Guided Canoeing Tour on Lake McLaren

Paddle on a Big Kanu across the scenic waters of Lake McLaren in Tauranga with Waimarino Kayak Tours. Book your Tauranga activities today.

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Dolphin & Wildlife Half Day Boat Cruise departing Tauranga

Get right up close to dolphins, whales and more Tauranga’s premier wildlife cruise. Book today with Everything New Zealand

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Grade 5 White Water Rafting on the Wairoa River

For an adrenaline pumping experience like no other, join Kaituna Cascades on a white water rafting adventure on the Wairoa River in Tauranga. 

Adventure Park in Tauranga - Day Pass

Visit the Waimarino Adventure Park for a fantastic family day out in Tauranga. Book your Tauranga activities today with Everything New Zealand.

Grade 5 River Rafting & Hell's Gate Mud Bath Combo

Combine the Kaituna Cascades grade 5 white water rafting trip in Rotorua with a soak in a geothermal sulphur spa at Hell's Gate. 

Grade 5 Rafting Combo on the Kaituna & Wairoa Rivers

Combine two of New Zealand's best rivers for white water rafting on the Kaituna & Wairoa Combo with Kaituna Cascades from Rotorua. 

Evening Glowworm Kayak Tour

Embark on a truly unique NZ experience. Paddle onto calm Lake McLaren at dusk and discover the magic of the enchanting glow worm canyon.

15,000ft Tandem Skydive in Tauranga

Leap from 15,000ft over Tauranga and feel the rush of freefall before gliding to Earth with epic coastal views. Book with Everything New Zealand

Evening Gourmet Kayak Tour & Hot Pools Entry

Spend an evening in Rotorua on the Lake Rotoiti Starlight Kayak Tour. Book your Rotorua activities today with Everything New Zealand.

Scenic Lake Rotoiti Kayak Tour

Kayak across scenic Lake Rotoiti & marvel at the abundant birdlife before entering the glow worm cave. Finish by relaxing in the Manupirua hot pools.

Tauranga is on the rise and it’s not hard to see why. A rejuvenated waterfront and marina, unbroken stretches of golden beach with good surf and unique glow worm kayaking.