Plan
There are many beautiful places to visit and things to do in Taupo. It is the ideal location for an event, conference or wedding. Let us help plan your perfect stay.
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Jet Boating
Rapids Jet
Experience real white water Jet Boating. Rapids Jet is a fun, safe & exhilarating experience which takes you to the Aratiatia Rapids, through the narrowest canyon on the river to the Fuljames rapids where scenes from Yogi bear & hobbit were filmed.
$129 Book now -
Boutique & Lodge
Whakaipo Lodge
TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2019 & 2018 Award Winners & Supreme Winner of 2018 & 2016 NZ B&B Association Excellence Awards. Stunning location, luxury accommodation, fab food & wine and an authentically Kiwi experience. Relax in style near the Lake
$295 - $425 Book now -
Walking & Hiking
Guided Tongariro Alpine Crossing hike with Adrift Tongariro
Adrift Tongariro Guiding are an outdoor adventure company that specialise in guided hikes of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
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Skydiving
Skydive Taupo
At Skydive Taupō we combine the Manaakitanga (Maori hospitality and generosity) with the Kiwi thrill-seeker attitude. We offer a fancy limo pick up service and we have the most iconic plane in the country, covered in Maori patterns.
$279 - $659 Book now -
Hotels
Wairakei Resort Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo is situated in a spectacular geothermal valley, just minutes from Taupo's city centre. Experience the beauty of this region as well as thermally heated pools, six spa pools, a golf course, fitness centre and exceptional cuisine.
$110 - $250 Book now -
Bus/Coach Transport
Ketetahi One Way Shuttle for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Cheapest option to get to the crossing is the Ketetahi car park one way shuttle to the start of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. We now pick up from the Tongariro Shuttle car park across the road from Ketetahi.
$35 Book now -
Bus/Coach Transport
Mt Ruapehu Snow Shuttle
Hiking? Skiing or snowboarding? Sightseeing? Come and enjoy Mt Ruapehu in winter! Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families or small groups. Door to door premium service with the most experienced drivers. Less stress, no parking issues, more fun!
$59 Book now -
Boat Cruises
Sail Barbary - eco sailing Taupo
Explore Lake Taupō on an eco-friendly scenic cruise with Sail Barbary. Enjoy stunning vistas as you set sail to explore the Māori Rock Carvings at Mine Bay. Book and enjoy a must-do experience on New Zealand's only commercial electric sail boat.
$49 - $54 Book now -
Mountain Biking
Mountain Biking - Tongariro Mountain Bikes
Southern Lake Taupo has some of the best mountain bike country in New Zealand. We know trails that ride through stunning scenery, immersing you in native forest and along side magnificent rivers full of trout and can be relaxing or challenging.
$65 - $299 Book now -
Skydiving
Taupō Tandem Skydiving
Located in the Central North Island of New Zealand, we are situated on the shores of majestic Lake Taupō, overlooking the mountains of Tongariro National Park. Experience the stunning scenery from 18,500ft with New Zealand's original drop zone.
$199 - $499 Book now
