Plan your trip to Taupo

Sports & outdoors

Torpedo7 Taupo

Torpedo7 is New Zealand’s leading outdoor adventure sport multi-channel retailer, specialising in bike, snow, outdoor, watersports, moto and fishing gear. Shop in our Taupō store or buy online.

Shop & services

Kiko Pilates

Kiko Pilates is a movement system which focuses on core strength and proper muscle engagement which improves back pain, balance, posture & flexibility. It is also the perfect low impact, full-body workout which focuses on leaning. And it works, trust me!

Hiking & walking trails

Mt Urchin Track

Mount Urchin offers an easily accessible wilderness of beautiful beech forest, incredible views and a real alpine environment.

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.

Biking trails

Craters Mountain Bike Park - Loop A

There’s nothing technical on this loop, making it perfect for first-time trailblazers and families—an excellent introduction to Craters MTB Park. It winds through epic volcanic landscapes and under towering pines, with smooth berms and mellow climbs to keep everyone cruising happily along.

Hiking & walking trails

Rangatira Point Track

This easy walk winds through native bush along the lake edge, offering fantastic views and great picnic, swimming and fishing spots. It's perfect for families and those wanting to enjoy Lake Taupo.

Biking trails

Waihaha Hut Track

The Waihaha Hut Track is set in native forest within the Pureora Forest Park on the western side of Lake Taupo.

Hiking guides & transport

River Birches Guided Tongariro Crossing

Scenic attraction

Tokaanu Historic Wharf

Back in the 1880s, there were few roads in Taupo. Goods were shipped across Lake Taupo from Tokaanu Wharf.

Biking trails

Tongariro River Trail

Explore the Tongariro River Trail in Turangi, offering gentle riverside rides and stunning native bush. Cross a scenic swing bridge and stop at the Tongariro National Trout Centre for a picnic and learning experience, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views. Perfect for the whole family.