Please note: Tongariro Alpine Crossing and other tracks across Tongariro National Park has reopened. Read the latest DOC update and track information here.
Please note: Tongariro Alpine Crossing and other tracks across Tongariro National Park has reopened. Read the latest DOC update and track information here.
Slip into a softer rhythm in the Taupō region. From geothermal pools to gourmet plates, luxe stays to lakeview strolls - this is your invitation to relax, recharge and reconnect simply.
Taupō is made for quiet indulgence and calm escapes. Soak in natural hot pools, wander boutique shops, or sip wine by the fire with views that slow your breath. Whether with a partner, close friends, or family, the region offers a blend of soft adventures and elegant comfort. Here, luxury is not loud - it is thoughtful, refined, and wrapped in natural beauty.
Through the lens, Taupō reveals its softer side - golden light on wine glasses, steam rising from thermal waters, calm lakes at dusk. Every frame invites pause, stillness, and quiet joy.
Dreaming of quiet lake walks, morning markets, or wine by the fire? Plan the getaway that brings your pace back to slow. Taupo is the perfect backdrop for unwinding—natural, tranquil, and within easy reach.
AC Baths is an all-weather, family-friendly, thermally heated pool complex that offers entertainment for visitors and the community.
Only a short 15 minute drive from Taupo Town Centre and an easy 2 minute walk to the Kinloch lakefront, this spacious home, with a glorious lake view, makes an ideal weekend or summer holiday spot.
Situated in a secluded area above picturesque Acacia Bay overlooking Lake Taupo, Chalet Eiger's boutique luxury lodge accommodation is set in a tranquil environment where each guest room has views of the magnificent lake, Mt Tauhara and Taupo Town.
Long regarded as one of the world’s most revered and inspirational luxury accommodations, Huka Lodge is set among 17-acres of established, parklike gardens along the banks of the emerald-blue Waikato River.
Spa Thermal Park is home of the famous Otumuheke Stream hot pools. From here, you can also explore the Huka scenic walking trails and the Rotary Ride mountain bike trail.
Luxury accommodation with a conscience. Hidden away in a privately owned Central North Island native forest you will discover Puketui. Located just 12km from Taupo, Puketui is an environmentally conscious, luxuriously appointed couples escape.
Luxury Glamping Huts set in rural New Zealand. The perfect place to escape and have the ultimate glamping experience.
Feel nature's calm in Taupō. From forest walks to geothermal wonders, scenic lakeshores - this is a place where every step brings you closer to something extraordinary.
More infoTaupō brings people together across ages, interests, and budgets. From festivals to trails, it is a region full of shared experiences that spark joy, connection, and plenty of stories to take home.
More infoWhether you are chasing snow, seeking speed, or craving high-altitude views, Taupō delivers. With water, wilderness, and wild energy, this is where active adventurers find their perfect flow.
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