Of course climate is important and the Western Bay of Plenty doesn’t let you down. It has a warm, temperate climate and you won’t find more sun anywhere else in New Zealand. With the sun comes the lifestyle! Tauranga is famous for its About the Western Bay of Plenty region outdoor pursuits, whether it’s just lazing on the white sand or surfing the country’s best beaches at Mount Maunganui. There are plenty of boating, diving and fishing opportunities or, if you are more accustomed to staying on dry land, there are a myriad of sporting, tramping and recreational choices. In addition, Tauranga is just a three-hour drive to the central North Island ski fields. The sunny climate has other advantages – the region is renowned for growing avocados, grapes, kiwifruit, citrus and other subtropical fruits and for producing lush and plentiful gardens.
