Plan your trip to Taupo
There are many beautiful places to visit and things to do in the Taupo region. It is the ideal location for an event, conference or wedding. Let us help plan your perfect stay.
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Boat cruises
Scenic boat tour to the Māori Rock Carvings with Chris Jolly Outdoors
Chris Jolly Outdoors has been looking after you for 40 years and that continues during COVID-19. Our ability to socially distance you on your 90 minute tour makes us part of your 'top things to do in Taupō'. Spacious and sparkly clean.
$59 Book now -
Boat cruises
Kindred Spirit - Maori Carvings Sailing Tour
Escape the hectic of life and experience the beauty of the lake and the Māori Rock Carvings on Lake Taupō's largest charter yacht Kindred Spirit with superior comfort.
$59 - $75 Book now -
Fishing – Fresh Water
Tongariro Lodge Guided Fly Fishing
Tongariro Lodge Guides are the most experienced guided fly fishing operator in Taupo for over 40 years now. Guides provide access to the best wilderness trout fishing in the world by 4WD, boat, raft and helicopter.
$850 - $1,550 Book now -
Boat cruises
Huka Falls River Cruise
Cruise to New Zealand’s most visited natural attraction, Huka Falls, in our purpose-built riverboat. Enjoy incredible views of this spectacular waterfall in comfort with Huka Falls River Cruise.
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Maori Cultural Attractions
The Haka Shop
Maori hangi dinner & cultural show. Meet the real locals to hear the real stories of our tribal area. The Haka Shop welcomes you. Or take a walk with guide Snow or weave a mini kete with our expert weavers.
$69 - $16,000 Book now -
Boat cruises
Taupo Sailing Adventures - Tiua - Māori Rock Carvings Sailing & Private Charters
Join us for an unforgettable experience aboard our beautiful luxurious sailing catamaran Tiua on Lake Taupo. Explore the Māori Rock Carvings on a scheduled trip or book a private charter.
$69 - $85 Book now -
Bed & breakfast
Whakaipo Lodge
Qualmark 5 Star Gold, TripAdvisor Best of the Best 2024, Travellers' Choice 2021-2015, Supreme Winner B&B Excellence Awards 2020, 2018 & 2016. Stunning location, secluded accommodation & fab food & wine at one of NZ's best boutique lodges/B&Bs.
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Rafting
White Water Rafting - Tongariro River Rafting
Want the 'best possible rafting experience in the Taupo Region?' We're the number one rated Taupo rafting experience on TripAdvisor. We've had over 230,000 customers in the last 30 years. 'Hands down this is the most fun in the Taupo region.'
$189 Book now -
Scenic attraction
Te Ātea - Tapuaeharuru
Where Taupō township meets the lakefront, you’ll discover the newly-created Te Ātea (the Māori word for 'space'). Its purpose? A meeting place for all. But behind it is a story that began many thousands of years ago.
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Farms
Huka Honey Hive
A unique taste experience with free honey, mead & liqueur tastings. View live beehives, discover health & wellness products, divine honey-based skincare, an amazing range of gifts and delicious honey ice cream. Group and school tours available.
