WELCOME TO TE PUKE
Beaches aren’t the only thing the Coastal Bay of Plenty is famous for... it’s also home to Te Puke, the kiwifruit capital of the world. A horticultural hub in the Bay of Plenty, the Te Puke region is also home to over 1,000 avocado orchards, and black Périgord truffle farms.
itinerary & travel plan for Te Puke
We’ve done the hard work so you don’t have to. Check out our suggested itinerary for a great day-trip around Te Puke.
what to do in
Te Puke
Visit a working kiwifruit orchard to learn why the Coastal Bay of Plenty is the perfect place to grow kiwifruit, and explore some of the best walks and waterfalls in the region.
Travel Ed
Katikati Arts & History Day Trip from Bayfair, Mount Maunganui with your local Maori guide. Experience the history of local settlement, both Māori and non-Māori including through the arts.
Skydive Tauranga
Experience an epic 1 minute freefall with a jump from 15,000 feet. Discover the beauty of Tauranga and some of the best views in New Zealand. Enjoy spectacular views of New Zealand's best beaches, Mount Ruapehu, White Island, and Lake Rotorua.
Tauranga i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
We provide a comprehensive, impartial information and booking service for Tauranga and New Zealand for accommodation, activities, attractions and travel bookings.
Explore Papamoa Hills
BayStation
Come and visit the new home of blokart and have a blast on the land sailing machine. BayStation also has a new activity, the all-new electric Drift Karts are the latest attraction and are perfect for going sideways.
Adrenalin Forest Bay of Plenty
Affordable fun for the whole family, a wicked adrenalin rush adventure park in a beautiful forest setting in TECT All Terrain Park 20minutes from Rotorua and Tauranga. over 25 flying foxes and 100 different challenges to overcome.
The Day Stay Natural Detox Centre
Be pampered while you detox. We create your personalized, unique Day Stay Detox Experience by incorporating eight traditional natural therapy modalities to enhance your relaxing daystay detox.
PaR nz Golfing Holidays
PaR nz Golfing Holidays (an IAGTO member), is one of New Zealand's largest golf tour operators offering golfers a personalised and professional golf holiday experience in New Zealand. PaR nz also event manages over 30 golf tournaments annually.
Travel Ed
Travel Ed's belief is that the best way to understand other cultures happens by experiencing cultures by 'doing it'. Join us on our signature tour experiencing the extensive Māori history and culture that the Bay of Plenty coastline offers.
Te Puke Golf Course
The Te Puke golf course features one of the longest courses, at 6600m, through to a more sedate 5250m on full-irrigated fairways. Off the Black tees it is New Zealand's Sixth longest club course.
NZ-Tours
If you want to experience the real New Zealand, visit stunning locations, whilst getting out into nature, as well as visiting some of NZ's iconic scenery, this one is for you! Along the way we offer several fishing and hunting experiences.
where to stay in Te Puke
Choose from backpacker accommodation, motels, and bed and breakfasts when you stay in Te Puke.
Aotea Villa
Situated 3.5 kms south of the township of Te Puke in picturesue kiwifruit and avocado country. The villa affords peace and tranquillity for the discerning traveller.
Maketu Hilltop Holiday Park
Modern family park with clean top quality facilities set in peaceful surroundings just 25 minutes from Mount Maunganui, Rotorua and Whakatane. Enjoy panoramic views of the Bay of Plenty.
Shalendy Cottage & Garden
Shalendy Cottage and Garden is a private and very comfortable two bedroom cottage set in beautiful landscaped gardens.
Kiwi Corral Country Backpackers
Affordable accommodation for backpackers and kiwifruit pickers located in Te Puke with a range of options including dorms, campsites, powered motor-sites and cabins.
Canopy Camping Escapes | Cob Cottage
The Cob Cottage is situated 30 minutes from Tauranga and 20 minutes from Welcome Bay and Te Puke. This charming, organic building, was lovingly created over two years by owners, Tess and Marco.
Canopy Camping Escapes | Phoenix Valley
Phoenix Valley is a little pocket of pure tranquility, situated just 15 minutes from the centre of Tauranga in the sunny Bay of Plenty.
Pukehina Beach Holiday Accommodation + Long term rentals
If you're looking for short-term or long-term accommodation at Pukehina Beach - get in touch. We have a great range of houses available for your beachfront holiday!
Places to Eat & Drink in
Te Puke
Whether you’re into a relaxed pub meal, or immersing yourself into the Te Puke community at one of the local cafés, there’s something to suit all palates.
The Trading Post - French Bistro
The Trading Post is a casual bistro offering brunch & dinner. Set in a historical farm cottage in rural Te Puke with a cosy garden and a fireplace inside. We create menus according the the seasons inspired by French cuisine & local products.
The Daily Cafe
The team behind this café believe Te Puke is the best little town around but that collectively, they can make it even better.
Lumberjack Brewing Bar
Lumberjack Brewing Bar offers the full range Lumberjack beers on tap that rotate between our core range and seasonal releases.
Jellicoe St. Bar & Eatery
Jellicoe St. is a Restaurant-Bar/ Function Room in Te Puke.
Te Puke Hotel
Take some time to checkout what we have to offer from the thirsty worker, the weary traveller and also hungry families.
STORIES & TALES OF TE PUKE
Meet the locals and discover the stories of Te Puke.
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