Bay of Plenty Free Visitor Attractions
The Bay of Plenty offers much of New Zealandās most spectacular volcanic and geothermal attractions as well as untouched native forests and long sandy beaches. Bay of Plenty Free Visitor Attractions offer the chance to enjoy fun attractions that all can enjoy while making the budget stretch further. Bay of Plenty free attractions include reserves, parks, waterfalls, walking tracks and more. more
Bay of Plenty free visitor attractions are typically ideal for families to enjoy together. Come and discover the incredible beauty of the Bay of Plenty a region that includes the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua, the long pristine coastlines of the Bay and the thriving city of Tauranga. Bay of Plenty boasts plenty of free attractions for those traveling on a budget, so there is no reason not to have the most awesome time in while in the Bay of Plenty.
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KARANGAHAKE GORGE HISTORIC WALKWAY - Bay of Plenty
KARANGAHAKE GORGE HISTORIC WALKWAY - Bay of Plenty
Situated at the base of the Coromandel Range, the Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway follows the old railway line between Paeroa and Waihi, giving access to impressive remains from the mining and railway eras.
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FERGUSSON PARK - Tauranga, Matua
FERGUSSON PARK - Tauranga, Matua
Fergusson Park is a dog-friendly playground for all. Coastal walkway with views across Tauranga harbour to Matakana Island and The Mount. Kiteboarding, paddleboarding, Tauranga Astronomical Society Observatory, children's play area. Limited free overnight parking for self contained campervans.
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KAIATE FALLS - Welcome Bay, Tauranga
KAIATE FALLS - Welcome Bay, Tauranga
Bush walk and waterfall, just 15 minutes from Tauranga (off Welcome Bay Rd). The Kaiate Stream drops over bluffs in a series of waterfalls that plummet into clear pools. Moss and fern-fringed cliffs. A beautiful location to enjoy.
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KARANGAHAKE WINDOWS WALK - Tauranga
KARANGAHAKE WINDOWS WALK - Tauranga
This spectacular walk passes through the relics of the Talisman and Crown mining operations in Karangahake Gorge. This spectacular walk passes through the relics of the Talisman and Crown mining operations.
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MCLAREN FALLS PARK - Kaimai Ranges, Tauranga
MCLAREN FALLS PARK - Kaimai Ranges, Tauranga
190 hectare parkland, exotic trees, waterfalls, walkways, cafe, kayaking, placid lake, equestrian area, camping, school camps, glow worms, bush walks. A photographer's paradise. McClaren Falls is in the Kaimai Ranges, just 15 minutes from Tauranga.
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MOTURIKI, LEISURE ISLAND - Mount Maunganui
MOTURIKI, LEISURE ISLAND - Mount Maunganui
Moturiki Island | Leisure Island is a popular visitor attraction just off Mount Maunganuiās Main Beach. It's connected to the beach and you can simply walk across and enjoy the views, the crashing waves and watch the surfers just off the island.
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ONGARAHU PA & HUHARUA RESERVE - Plummers Point, Tauranga
ONGARAHU PA & HUHARUA RESERVE - Plummers Point, Tauranga
The historic Ongarahu Pa is one of the most well preserved defensive fortifications known in New Zealand. Walk through a waharoa (entrance shelter outside the pa), past palisades around a trench and across a bridge to enter the headland pa site. Parking, toilets, overnight campervan parking, dog friendly walkways.
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OROKAWA BAY - Waihi Beach
OROKAWA BAY - Waihi Beach
Imagine a secluded, pohutukawa-fringed, un-spoilt beach all to yourself, no car access. Surrounded by coastal forest. Waterfall walk. This is Orokawa Bay - just a 45 minute hill walk from the northern end of Waihi Beach.
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PAPAMOA HILLS REGIONAL PARK - TE RAE O PAPAMOA, Tauranga, Te Puke
PAPAMOA HILLS REGIONAL PARK - TE RAE O PAPAMOA, Tauranga, Te Puke
45 minute hill climb through pine forest, native bush and farmland to reach the summit (224 metres) with panoramic coastal views, including The Mount (Mt Maunganui), Tauranga, Te Puke and towards Whakatane. At the summit is a former Maori pa site which, with terracing still visible, fires the imagination.
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THE MINDEN LOOKOUT - Te Puna, Tauranga
THE MINDEN LOOKOUT - Te Puna, Tauranga
To get a perspective on the beautiful Bay of Plenty, head to the Minden Lookout, about 10km west of Tauranga; 286 metres above sea level.
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THE MOUNT, MAUAO - Mt Maunganui
THE MOUNT, MAUAO - Mt Maunganui
"The Mount" is New Zealand's most popular walk. It's estimated a million people walk up or around the mountain each year. On any given day you will encounter thousands of walkers, runners, parents with pushchairs, old, young - all simply enjoying this beautiful coastal walk / climb.
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YATTON PARK - Park Vale, Tauranga
YATTON PARK - Park Vale, Tauranga
Take a stroll through the beautiful trees of Yatton Park, both a city and nationally significant Arboretum. The trees were planted in 1866 and have grown to become some of the tallest of their species in New Zealand.
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