Please note: Tongariro Alpine Crossing and other tracks across Tongariro National Park has reopened. Read the latest DOC update and track information here.

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Kinloch

A picturesque village set on a quiet bay near the top of Lake Taupo, Kinloch is an in-the-know hideaway. It is particularly popular with keen golfers and mountain bikers.

Just 20 minutes from Taupō town, Kinloch is home to two excellent golf courses, including the Jack Nicklaus-designed Kinloch Club which has been ranked as the best golf course in New Zealand. It’s overlooked by the imposing castle-like luxury lodge The Kinloch Club designed to pay tribute to the township's Scottish heritage (Kinloch meaning ‘head of the lake’).

At the village, the Great Lake Trail, part of Nga Haerenga - The New Zealand Cycle Trails network, diverges both east and west. By mountain bike or foot, the bush-clad trail gradually ascends to cliffs above Kinloch where uphill efforts are rewarded with magnificent views right across Lake Taupo.

Lake cruises and fishing charters can depart from or deliver to Kinloch marina. Those fortunate enough to catch a trout can barbeque it fresh from the water, beneath poplars at the lakefront park. No trout? Just order fish and chips at the local Kinloch Store to eat on the beach. 

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  • Holiday homes

    Kinloch Getaway - MyStay NZ

    Welcome to Kinloch Getaway, your warm and comfortable home away from home. This charming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom retreat, spread across two storeys, offers a peaceful and laid-back lake base with plenty of space to enjoy with family and friends.

    $350 - $550
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    Canopy Camping Escapes | Treetops

    Treetops is set just 10 minutes from the heart of Taupō, near Acadia Bay. Treetops, is also known as the 'tiny house of fantails' - named for the dozens of fantails that flit around the surrounding bush.

    $385 Book now
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    Luxury Holiday Home at The Kinloch Club Golf Course

    4 Super King ensuite bedrooms complement incredible panoramic vistas overlooking Lake Taupo and The Kinloch Club, a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course.

    $2,400 - $2,950 Book now
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    Te Tuhi Hut

    Te Tuhi Hut is set just 15 minutes from Taupō, near Kinloch Bay. The hut is perched on a hillside with views across farmland, native bush, and down to Lake Taupō. It's the perfect tranquil couples retreat.

    $310 - $345 Book now
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    MyStays

    Discover the difference of a MyStays holiday, where every detail is designed to make your stay unforgettable.

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    Kinloch Family Retreat - Kinloch Holiday Home

    Welcome to Kinloch family retreat, a comfortable home base in laidback Kinloch.

    $211 - $838 Book now
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    Country Lodge Kinloch

    Country Lodge Kinloch is the perfect haven for independent travelers looking for a unique accommodation experience, offering Bed & Breakfast accommodation within the main residence and self catering accommodation in the separate Pioneer Cottage.

    $290 - $360 Book now
  • Boat cruises

    Venture Beyond - Chasing Waterfalls 3.5 Hour Adventurer

    Let us connect you to the hidden treasures that are the Western Bays of Lake Taupō. Towering cliffs, hidden ravines, waterfalls and sandy bays are a snapshot of what your adventure might look like with Venture Beyond. Departing Kinloch daily.

    $272 Book now
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    Chasing Waterfalls 2.5 Hour Explorer

    Our unique Chasing Waterfalls tours take you to discover some of the hidden gems of Lake Taupō only found in the remote Western Bays. Come away from the crowds and visit majestic rock faces, private beaches, crystal waters and waterfall visits.

    $209 Book now
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    Casa Bella - Kinloch Holiday Home

    Casa Bella is a modern 4 bedroom 2 bathroom Kinloch holiday home with WIFI.

    $211 - $765 Book now
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