Plan your trip to Taupo

Hiking & walking trails

Motuoapa Cliff Lookout Walk

An easy short walk to a lookout point with panoramic views over the southern end of Lake Taupo.

Hiking & walking trails

Waikato River Walking Track

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

Accommodation

Te Whare Ruruhau - Luxury Remote Cabin

Biking trails

Te Iringa Track

Te Iringa is a 19km long return mountain bike ride and one of the most technical grade 5 trails in New Zealand. For avid mountain bikers this is trail you must tick off your bucket list.

Biking trails

River Side Trail

The River Side Trail in Taupō is a scenic, two-way path along the Waikato River between Control Gates Bridge and Spa Thermal Park. Ideal for all ages, it offers gentle terrain, stunning river views, and lush native bush. The trail connects to the Rotary Ride and Huka Trails, passes Cherry Island and River Side Reserve, and climbs behind Taupo Bungy, ending at Spa Thermal Park.

Biking trails

The Arapuni Trail

The Arapuni Trail, part of the Waikato River Trails, offers an exhilarating ride through lush native bush and open farmlands, with breathtaking river views. Highlights include the Arapuni Dam, scenic lookouts, ancient rock formations, and the historic Arapuni Power Station and Dam, making it a memorable adventure.

Holiday homes

Acacia Haven

Fishing

Bill Grace Production Fishing

Welcome to Production Fishing, Home of Turangi's premiere boat based fishing guide, Bill Grace.

Transport

Adventure Trippin

Book, arrive, collect and drive - car rental for adventurers!

Biking trails

Waihaha Link

Situated within the Waihaha Section of the Great Lake Trails, the Waihaha Link Trail begins at the Waihaha River carpark and winds along the Waihaha River towards Lake Taupō. The route offers stunning views of the volcanic terrain, with the impressive Tieke Falls serving as a standout feature