Mountain hike - Mount Maunganui (Mauao Summit)
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Mauao is a must-visit destination for anyone visiting Tauranga, offering beautiful scenery, cultural significance, and recreation opportunities.
The summit of Mauao offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including Tauranga Harbour and the offshore islands of Matakana and Motiti. The mountain is around 232 metres high, and the walking track takes around an hour and a half to two hours to complete. It is an iconic mountain located in the Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand's North Island and is situated on a peninsula that separates Tauranga Harbour from the Pacific Ocean. As a culturally significant site for local Māori people, visitors can learn about its history and significance through cultural tours and workshops as well