Pukehina Beach, Bay of Plenty

Pukehina Beach is 6kms of long white sandy beach. It’s renowned as a swimming, boogie boarding and surfing spot. The estuary is great for sailing, canoeing and wind surfing.

The Bay of Plenty Region

“The Bay of Plenty enjoys a sunny climate, ideal for growing: avocados, kiwi fruit, citrus and other subtropical fruits for which the region is well-known. The fruit, along with timber, paper and dairy products are exported through the Port of Tauranga. It is the largest export port in New Zealand and the commercial centre of the northern Bay of Plenty.

Northwards

North of Tauranga is Katikati, known for its murals and craftspeople. From Waihi Beach to Cape Runaway along the Pacific Coast Highway the region has outstanding surf beaches, with Mount Maunganui and Ohope being the most popular. The whole bay offers magnificent waters for big-game fishing. Mayor Island is a world-renowned base for the sport. Inland waterways host jet boating.

Eastwards

The centre of the Eastern Bay of Plenty, a rich farming and forestry region, is historic Whakatane. Opotiki is the gateway from the Bay of Plenty to Eastland via the inland route to Gisborne or the road around the East Cape, both popular for touring. Hot springs are found on the mainland and the offshore active volcano White Island is fast becoming known for scuba-diving adventures.”

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