Mauao (Mount Maunganui), famous for its great wheather and popular surf and swimming beaches, is a holiday destination for overseas visitors and locals alike. Tauranga and "The Mount" offer relaxation, adventure and culture. There are activities for everyone.
The name Tauranga comes from Maori, it roughly translates to "a shelterd anchorage". Tauranga is the largest city in New Zealand with a Maori name instead of a European name.
