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Attractions Mauao (Mount Maunganui) At 232 metres, the views from the top of ‘The Mount’ are spectacular, and once you’re up there you’ll realise why this is a must-do walk and attraction for visitors to the Bay.
Whakaari (White Island) Exploring New Zealand’s only active marine volcano is a true bucket list experience. Read all about it on page 42.
McLaren Falls Park 190 hectares of parkland alongside Lake McLaren. Great for camping, kayaking, fishing, bush walks and picnics. It's an easy stroll to see McLaren Falls, and by dusk, you can spot glowworms on the track.
Kiwi Night Trails Spot our beloved kiwi! They only come out at night, so experience a serene bush walk while seeking out these mysterious, elusive birds native only to New Zealand.
Local Wildlife Head out on the water, whether by boat or paddle board, to meet the local marine wildlife. Some of the animals that call this part of ocean and coastline home include penguins, seals, dolphins, whales, sunfish, school fish, sharks and orca (can depend on the time of the year). Camera
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