Mauao (Mount Maunganui), famous for its great weather 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.

View from Mauao

The name Tauranga comes from Maori, it roughly translates to "a sheltered anchorage". Tauranga is the largest city in New Zealand with a Maori name instead of a European name.

Cruise Ship by Mauao

Early History of Tauranga and Mauao

The name Tauranga can be translated as meaning '

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