On the eastern shores of the North Island, the Coastal Bay of Plenty offers an enticing mix of attractions, events, arts, culture, and award-winning dining experiences.
As the country’s fifth-largest city, Tauranga is home to the iconic Mount Maunganui (Mauao), popular Main Beach, and an impressive Pāpāmoa coastline that hugs the Pacific Ocean.
The region’s sub-tropical climate makes it ideal for outdoor activities in every season. It’s a great place for surfing, fishing, glowworm canyon kayaking, and dolphin encounters, with plenty of picturesque trails to walk or cycle.
Visit the appealing village at Waihī Beach or the horticultural towns of Te Puke and Katikati, which are famous for their kiwifruit and avocado orchards.
The region is known for its bountiful produce and culinary flair, which is showcased in the multi-day Flavours of Plenty Festival that’s held every autumn.
It’s also a place of significant cultural history, with wayfinding signs and local tours that explain its most important sites and stories.
The kids will never be bored with hours of entertainment onsite at our premium holiday resort. Our award winning resort offers an amazing beachfront location, picturesque sites, bush settings, and beachfront sites. School groups welcome.
The relaxing pace of Beachaven will soon recharge your batteries. You can cycle, fish, swim, walk or just spend time in the sun. Take time to check out Karangahake Gorge, Coromandel Peninsula, Orokawa Bay all within easy reach. Great children’s play area including a big size Connect 4 and a Lilypad Swing. Motel units, kitchen cabins, powered van sites and tent sites. Pet friendly on request.
A friendly welcome and clean facilities are guaranteed at your family park of choice. The natural hot mineral pools are emptied & cleaned daily and are FREE for guests to use. Relax in the tranquil, park setting with mature native trees. We offer various accommodation options from 2 Bedroom Motels to Cabins and spacious Tent/Powered sites. Other facilities include, TV Streaming services, weekend coffee cart, fun bike hire and camp store. Close to Waihi Beach. Kayaking, fishing, boating, walking, golf & family fun!
Stay with us at Waihi Beach, situated centrally to both Bay of Plenty & Coromandel Peninsula. Absolute beachfront location with the ocean out front & harbour bay off the back of the park provides ideal family holiday environment. Enjoy generous sized camp sites, playground including Jumping pillow, great fishing/boating & of course, beautiful beaches..
Stay with us at Waihi Beach, situated centrally to both Bay of Plenty & Coromandel Peninsula. Absolute beachfront location with the ocean out front & harbour bay off the back of the park provides ideal family holiday environment. Enjoy generous sized camp sites, playground including Jumping pillow, great fishing/boating & of course, beautiful beaches..
Family owned holiday park. 32ha native bush haven with stream. Choice of motel units, camp sites, bungalow and lodge. Motorhomes welcome. Warm thermal pools, private spas, playground, BBQs, camp store and more. 5km from Katikati at foot of Kaimai Ranges. Come for the day and play, or stay for a relaxing holiday.
Our park is set in spacious grounds with a central grass area for those iconic kiwi ball games. We also have a children’s playground and Alfresco dining area with BBQs free to use. All our motels are north facing with outdoor furniture on ample decking to soak in some rays over a good book or sharing good times with family or friends.
We have accommodation to suit all budget and located just 20 mins north of Tauranga in the picturesque peninsula of Omokoroa makes us an ideal holiday destination.
Quiet, sheltered, harbourside location. Dedicated RV mobile home park with power/non power/cyclist sites & 10 standard one room cabins (sleep 2 people). Situated behind Z Petrol Station on 15th Ave. Good, clean facilities. No groups, pool or playground. Central location to local attractions, hospital, sports grounds & citizens club. Guaranteed friendly welcome.
Summer holiday park open 20 Dec to Easter, & Labour weekend. Peaceful, centrally located family holiday park 80m from beautiful surf beach. Swimming pool, Hot tub, Games room, Wifi, BBQ area. Adjacent to kid’s playground. Walk to golf, bowls, tennis, shops & handy to Baypark Speedway & all other sports facilities.
Feel the oceanbreeze throughout the resort. Escape to the never-ending beachfront beauty in the sunny Bay of Plenty.
Dogs are allowed between 1 March – 10 November on sites only.
Create memories at Pacific Park, the safe family friendly camp. White sand & sparkling blue water of the Pacific Ocean only metres from gate. Play mini putt or soak in the large outdoor hot pool. Try fishing from the beach & BBQ your catch for dinner. Shopping village next door. An easy 40 minute drive to Rotorua & Whakatane. 2 LODGES SLEEPING A TOTAL OF 62, AVAILABLE FOR GROUP BOOKINGS. Alcohol free zone.
Our classic Kiwi holiday park is nestled in a quiet, uninterrupted location, offering the perfect retreat to unplug from the modern world and reconnect with the simple pleasures of life.
Whether you’re seeking excitement or relaxation, there’s something for everyone. Spend your days fishing, swimming, paddleboarding, or surfing. Our park is a haven for those looking to disconnect. Unwind to the soothing sounds of waves and native birds, enjoy evenings under star-filled skies, and wake up refreshed.
Kahawai Capital of NZ. Thornton Beach Holiday Park is a beachfront and riverside park with a range of accommodation to suit all needs & budgets. Safe swimming, fishing & whitebaiting – lots to do for the whole family. Excellent new facilities. Only Holiday Park in the North Island to be Green Globe benchmarked.
Riverside Whakatāne Holiday Park is only a five-minute walk along the riverside into downtown Whakatāne. As you walk along the beautiful Warren Cole walkway you will have endless views of the stunning Whakatāne River, leading you into our friendly township. We have a great range of accommodation options to suit all budgets and group sizes, from our basic cabins to our impressively spacious and very homely one- and two-bedroom premium units. We have powered and unpowered sites available, and all the facilities you’ll need for a great holiday getaway. So, what are you waiting for? Contact one of our friendly team today and start exploring what the beautiful Bay of Plenty has to offer!
Ōhope Beach TOP 10 has been voted by NZ Herald readers as the best holiday park in New Zealand 2022
You’ll find Ohope’s only holiday park on New Zealand’s most loved beach, Ohope. Our park boasts a variety of accommodation from the very basic to beautiful, 5 star absolute beachfront apartments as well as an extensive selection of powered and unpowered sites. We boast a children’s play area, Mini Golf, trampolines, tennis, ping-pong, mini golf, volleyball and basketball courts, swimming pool & slides, Hot tub & Sauna, jumping pillow, games room BMX track and much more.
Ohope is a safe swimming beach, with a sheltered harbour and jetty that is ideal for boating & fishing. During the summer we also have a shop, cafe and children’s club programme. Should you wish to play a round of golf we are 1.5km from the Ohope International Golf Course, 3.6km to the Ohope Bowling Club and 5km to the Ohope Charter club for a meal or a beverage.
Our beachfront & harbour side park with it’s native bush surrounds has to be explored. A family atmosphere where caravans, tents & quality accommodation enjoy breath-taking views & shade trees. Fishing, safe swimming, playground, bouncy pillow and bush walks to a Pa site and glow worm grotto plus a children’s Christmas programme! Pets, by Prior Arrangement only (not in roofed accommodation & out of Peak Season).
Small, quiet, family owned park situated near the banks of the Waioeka river and a 200m walk to Opotiki town with cafes, restaurants and shops. Launch a boat or kayak 100m from our park at the wharf and travel on the river 1.5km to the sea for some superb fishing. Cycle or walk the beautiful new Motu cycle trails from the wharf to Snell beach. Alternatively follow the easy dunes trail, to the old Motu coach road and Pakihi track (for the more experienced riders). At the park enjoy a dip in our pool while the kids play on our adventure playground.
Tirohanga Beach Holiday Park is in an awesome location for your holiday, right next to a long sandy beach in the Bay of Plenty just 6 km east of Opotiki on the Pacific Coast Highway. This is an ideal destination for a relaxing, no-fuss holiday located right next to Motu Dunes Trail and a safe beach for swimming, fishing, diving or just fooling around with the family. Use it for a base to explore what the Coast has to offer. You have direct access to the beach and shady powered and non-powered sites. Don’t forget your bike and walking shoes.