On Day 1, visit Mt Maunganui for a scenic walk up or around Mauao (Mt Maunganui). Gear-up with a towel and a good book and enjoy the region’s top beaches. In the evening, sample Tauranga’s excellent selection of restaurants and cafés – you’ll be hard-pressed to make a decision. On Day 2, travel to Whakatane and take a scenic flight to White Island, an active marine volcano. Alternatively, opt for a wildlife encounter with dolphins in their natural environment.
