Local
Activites
Tauranga is situated in the Bay of Plenty. The surrounding clear
pristine waters offer numerous oceanic based activities including
swimming with dolphins, diving, game fishing and surfing. The area
features many first class golf courses and there is white water rafting,
jet boating and 4 WD thrills for the adventurous. Alternatively, a
relaxing time can be spent visiting a winery or soaking in either hot
mineral or the unique hot salt water pools. Tauranga has restaurants,
cafes and shopping precincts.
It is little wonder the area is called "The Coast with the Most"
FERNLAND SPA
This geothermal pool complex is situated in 2.5 hectares of
spectacular bush and park like grounds. There is one large main pool and
8 private pools.
The pools are 100% pure, crystal clear natural mineral water of
excellent quality. All pools have a continuous flow of fresh mineral
water. Soaking in mineral water is well documented to be beneficial to
health.
They offer a uniquely New Zealand experience to visitors, the setting
and standards being second to none. They host groups of up to 200 for
barbeques and picnics. They also offer therapeutic massage by
appointment.
Open every day from 10.00am to 10.00pm, excluding Christmas and
Boxing Day.
TE PUNA QUARRY PARK
Walking tracks, speciality plant areas, panoramic views, outdoor
sculptures, picnic areas, ponds, cliffs and vintage machinery are just
some of the attractions of Te Puna Quarry Park. Plantings include
natives, palms, irises, cactus and succulents, heritage roses, general
ornamentals and a fantastic display of over 3000 cymbidium orchids. The
Park is being developed by volunteers and was the 2003 winner of the
national Trustpower Community Award. The park is open daily and entry is
free, but this community project relies on membership, donations and
sponsorship for funding. A magical place - come for an hour, but we
believe you will want to stay for ever!
