As well as being known as the kiwifruit capital of New Zealand, Te Puke is also home to around 1000 avocado orchards and plenty of other fruit such as feijoas and citrus which also thrive in this region.

Te Puke is home to just under 10,000 people and is a 25 minute drive southeast of Tauranga. Walk along the main street and browse their variety of shops and cafes. You’ll always get a warm welcome and friendly smile here, and there’s plenty of free parking right outside the door.

If you have young children, let their imaginations run wild at the enchanting Looking Glass Garden. Fairy tales come to life here with storybook scenes set amongst flowers, ponds and trees.

Te Puke is surrounded by fertile land and friendly people, and will give you a perfect snapshot of rural New Zealand life.