Plan your trip to Taupo

Accommodation

Te Whare Ruruhau - Luxury Remote Cabin

Biking trails

Kaimanawa Descent

Embark on the Kaimanawa Descent, a downhill trail that offers a thrilling ride through New Zealand's volcanic landscape. Accessible only by helicopter, this path designed for intermediate to advanced riders, winds through dense alpine forests with spectacular views of Tongariro National Park’s majestic peaks. An adrenaline-packed adventure awaits.

Ski & snowboard

Happy Valley Beginner Ski Area

Whakapapa Ski Area prides itself on having New Zealand’s biggest and best beginner ski, snowboard and snow play facility – Happy Valley.

Hiking & walking trails

Link Road to Mount Pureora track

This track is the shortest route to the top of Mount Pureora. On a clear day walkers are rewarded with views across Lake Taupō, the Mamaku Ranges, Mount Taranaki, and Mount Ruapehu.

Hiking & walking trails

Taranaki Falls

Taranaki Falls is a short easy walk in the UNESCO dual World Heritage Tongariro National Park.

Hiking & walking trails

Silica Rapids

Silica Rapids is a short easy walk in the UNESCO dual World Heritage Tongariro National Park.

Biking trails

Tree Trunk Gorge

The Tree Trunk Gorge trail will take you on a picturesque journey through the Kaimanawa Forest Park. It passes through classic central North Island beech forest, across streams and rivers and over two impressive gorges as it tracks along the upper section of the Tongariro River.

Hiking & walking trails

Rimu Walk

This short loop walk from Kakaho Campsite takes in the fantastic views and the tall trees of the Pureora Forest.

Biking trails

Huka Falls to Aratiatia Dam Trail

This grade 2-3 loop trail is perfect for the whole family. Highlights include river views, the impressive Aratiatia Dam release, stunning native bush and a hidden geothermal stream.

Hiking & walking trails

Waikato River Walking Track

This shared-use track starts at the Huka Falls carpark and ends at Otupo Flat.