The region’s landscape ranges from beautiful forest parks to endless kiwifruit orchards.
The Bay of Plenty’s fertile soils and warm climate are ideal for growing just about any type of produce, especially the iconic kiwifruit.
Over 80 per cent of New Zealand's kiwifruit exports are grown in the Bay of Plenty, which was named for its plentiful “fruit bowl” properties. Although the region is renowned for growing kiwifruit, other produce such as avocados, grapes, citrus and subtropical fruits are also plentiful.
The region also has many well-maintained parks and reserves to explore and a wealth of great walking tracks.
The varied landscape includes the Kaimai-Mamaku Forest Park, which offers a genuine Kiwi bush tramping experience. The forest is a natural wonderland with a variety of native trees and ferns, and the plentiful rainfall in the Kaimai yields vibrant, colourful flora and fauna.
