Tauranga is one of the most visited holiday spots in New Zealand for both domestic and international tourists. When you arrive here, you’ll likely be excited about the waterfront: renowned as one of the most beautiful sites to see; it’s a major tourist attraction that will surely be a part of your travel itinerary.
Any month of the year is a great time to fly to Tauranga Airport. Perhaps you want to enjoy a sunshine-filled summer holiday or embrace the water during the winter months. Whichever season you visit, why not rent a hire car from Hertz Tauranga Airport so that you can get from place to place easily.
Make the most of your holiday and book ahead at Tauranga Airport with Hertz. We have options that will suit every need, so perhaps book in advance so that you can collect your rental car easily and enjoy your holiday as much as possible in as little time.
Discover Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty with Hertz
Tauranga is situated in the Bay of Plenty region: together, these areas are impressive tourist destinations that attract thousands of holiday dwellers each year.
The draw of the Bay of Plenty is definitely the water. The magic of the underwater realm cannot be underestimated, and with multiple ways to experience it, it’s something that you can do throughout the year. Perhaps kayak through the calmer waters of the Ohiwa Harbour or Ōhope’s estuary, or hop on a boat tour and try to see some of the wildlife here.
Indeed, the wildlife here is as fascinating as it is diverse. With many different types of whales calling the Bay their home, you could see anything from orcas to pilot whales and even bottlenose dolphins too. It’s an exciting time of the year when the migrating whales swim past the coast - catch them on the way up or down, and hopefully with their new offspring in tow too! You can spot them from the shore or book a special boat tour to see the whales close up.
If exploring the sea is not on your travel itinerary, try the land instead. There are plenty of beautiful spaces to see while in Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty. For example, you could head up the Mauao, where panoramic views of the entire region and incredible ocean await you at the top. Pay particular consideration to your surroundings when hiking up here: the terrain is a place of deep Māori history and, as such, has substantial cultural importance, so please be respectful while you’re here.
Experience New Zealand in your Rental Car
There are so many incredibly diverse landscapes in New Zealand, and you’ll likely want to see as much as possible of it while you’re here.
The cities of Rotorua and Taupo are close by and well worth a visit. Rotorua is just under an hour from Tauranga and is the official tourist capital of New Zealand. The area is a hub of geothermal activity, with hot springs to enjoy, geysers to marvel at, and other impressive sights too! Plus, it has plenty of Māori influence here too: you could experience a traditional Māori night stay while you’re here. Learn about the culture and history, and embrace the traditions of Māori while staying in town.
Taupo is an impressive city, with a beautiful lake being the focal point. Closeby is the most visited tourist attraction in the world: Huka Falls. With an unbelievable 220,000 litres of water rushing through every second, it’s a spot to add to your itinerary while you’re staying in Tauranga. Taupo is just under a two-hours drive from Tauranga, making it a fantastic spot for an all-day road trip.
There’s so much to see and do while in Tauranga. Whether you want to see the diverse waterworld surrounding the Bay of Plenty, or you’d like to simply spend a few days relaxing by the harbour, the choice is yours. Embrace the town's serenity, and enjoy a wonderful stay while you’re here.
