Mount Maunganui
(population 17.000)This town is based on the foot of a 232 meter high hill. Mount Maunganui is a popular holiday resort for New Zealander’s. The beautiful Beaches, the great surf opportunities and the nice scenery attract every year many visitors to Mount Maunganui.
Outdoor
Beaches and surfing
This town is famous for its great Surfing opportunities. These Surfing opportunities will become even better; it will become world class, because it is planned to build an artificial reef. This reef will create some amazing waves to surf on. You can of course bring your own surf equipment, you can also rent some. You can also book some lessons. Swimmers, sun bathers and surfers will find what they want in Mount Maunganui.
Tramping
There are some great tramping opportunities in this part of the northern island. Mount Maunganui is a good tramping spot. You can climb up its summit; here you will get spectacular views. Another option is to walk on the peninsula near town. For more information about these and other nice tramps please visit a DOC a or tourist information center.