Nau mai, haere mai. Welcome.
This is Taupō. The heart of Aotearoa New Zealand’s beautiful North Island.
At the centre of our region is sparkling Lake Taupō, the great inland sea of New Zealand. As you travel around the lake, you will find every landscape you can imagine. Snow-blanketed winter ski fields and alpine deserts. Ancient forests alive with birdsong. Trout-filled rivers and the thundering Huka Falls. Steaming geothermal valleys with rejuvenating hot springs. Three towering volcanoes in the awesome and otherworldly landscape of Tongariro National Park.
Discover what makes people love Taupō.
Top things to do in Taupō
Paul Froggatt
Executive chef, Huka Lodge“Traditional lodge food used to be a soup, a salad, a steak, I’m not here to cook that. I want to give people an experience that they’ve never had before. I’m competing against a million-dollar view and I want the food to shine on its own. I don’t want people just looking down the river as they eat. I want them to look at their plate as well.”
Find out moreDiscover Taupo's highlights
From New Zealand's largest lake to pristine national parks and thundering waterfalls, there are many beautiful areas to discover in the Taupō region.
What's on
There's always something happening in Taupō. Check out our upcoming events and annual events.
When to visit
No matter what the time of year, there is plenty to see and do in the Taupō region. Find out why Taupō is special in every season.
Deals
Make your trip to Taupō extra special with these deals and discounts on the best attractions, activities, tours, things to do and places to stay.
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Chris Jolly Outdoors
Lake Taupō Scenic Cruise - kids go free!
2 kids go FREE with every paying adult these autumn school holidays.
From $46 Terms & conditions apply More info -
Great Lake Trail Luxury Stay,Bikes,Shuttles & more!
2 night stay,one day riding Great Lake Trail,all inclusive
Save NZD $ 200.0Valid between: 5 Mar 2019 - 31 Aug 2019
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Wairakei Resort Taupō
Indulgence hot pools package
Enjoy 1 night stay for two people, bubbles on arrival, breakfast and hot pool passes to Wairakei Terraces with Wairakei Resort Taupō.
From $199 Terms & conditions apply More info -
Great Lake Trail 2 Day Package
Experience Lake Taupo by bike Ride the remote shores Inc 2x Shuttles & 1x boat ride
From NZD $ 180.0Plus $120 for bike hire
Valid between: 9 Nov 2017 - 30 Apr 2019
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Our towns & villages
The Taupō region’s towns and villages range from a bustling lakeside resort to picturesque villages with photo ready scenery all nestled in the heart of New Zealand's North Island. Find out more about Taupō's accommodation options.