10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Mount Maunganui That You Shouldn't Miss

Small group, fully escorted tours throughout New Zealand for mature travellers. From single day trips to multi day itineraries we operate late model vehicles with friendly professional guides offering a personal touch and fun approach to each and every day. Door to door pickup and dropoffs and detailed itineraries so all you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy.

Based in beautiful Mount Maunganui, we offer surf courses for beginners and improvers in a safe, fun and relaxed atmosphere. We take great pride in personalising all our surf courses, and endeavour to provide some of the smallest Instructor:Student ratios of any surf school in the area.

Have you ever wanted to Party like a Pirate? Well now here's your chance...Plot your course to the perfect night out for your crew of friends or colleagues and discover the hilarious comedy dinner show currently taking New Zealand by storm. Pirates of the Pacific is a truly unique and original, swashbuckling night of fun and adventure exclusive to the Bay of Plenty.Follow the legend of the infamous Pirate Lord - Captain Black Jack Tui who summons you, as honoured "Lords and Ladies of the Pacific" to the mother of all Pirate Parties! A contest that will decide who will take his place as the next Pirate King. Featuring adult content, improvisation, deliciously rude jokes and "pirate humour" no two shows are ever the same and run at approximately 3 hours in length with time for you to enjoy your fabulous 3 course pirate banquet which is included in your ticket price. Of course a cash bar is always available!As the plot and the evening unfolds you'll make new friends as you mingle with fellow "shipmates", and come face to face with some hilarious and colourful characters. After the show you can even stay and "Party like a Pirate" with music and dancing until Midnight.

Tauranga's leading Ocean Adventure company. We deliver stand up paddle board lessons, hires and adventures, waka ama (outrigger canoe) lessons, and guided walks on our mountain, Mauao. We also sell SUP and waka ama equipment. We are committed to igniting the ocean spirit within our clients. We have beach stations on Pilot Bay and Marine Parade in Mount Maunganui. Book as an individual or small group and enjoy one of our ready-made services. Or come as a large group and we will tailor-make your experience. Either way, your visit with us will be unforgettable. You can purchase our products and book your experience through our website, or give us an email or call. See our website for our opening hours. They vary throughout the season.

Watch & Swim with wild dolphins in the crystal clear waters of the Bay of Plenty. Get closer to dolphins, orca, whales and seals on board our comfortable purpose built 50ft power Cat ' Guardian'. Trips depart daily from Tauranga. Our expert crew of Wildlife Guides will ensure your trip with us is a great experience for your visit to our region. We supply all gear; wetsuits, masks and snorkels, give a briefing to our swimmers, and also include hot drinks, juice, fresh fruit and morning tea in our prices which are the best around by far. See huge pods of Common Dolphins closer than you will see anywhere playing and just doing what comes natural as you meet them eye to eye in the clear Pacific Ocean. We can happen upon Orca, whales (seasonal), seals, seabirds, penguins and offshore nature reserve islands, it's an awesome day out. Join us at Dolphin Seafaris for a first class, comfortable cruise!

As far back as 500BC, Hippocrates recognised the benefits of warmed seawater for its ability to rebalance and detoxify our bodies. Salt water bathing was believed to improve mobility by easing muscle and joint inflammation, and general aches and pains. Today, those healing properties remain, and it’s all right here beneath the majesty of Mauao, Mount Maunganui. Come and soak in our heated salt water pools and experience the benefits for yourself. Top it off with a massage from our friendly and experienced therapists to really treat your body.