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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Boat cruises
Lake Taupo Cruises
Offering scheduled daily cruises to the world famous Māori Rock Carvings with the iconic replica steamboat Ernest Kemp, or something more private with luxury charters aboard the Regal Flyer showcasing the amazing Lake Taupō.
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Hot pools & health spas
Taupo DeBretts Hot Springs
Unique thermal mineral hot pools with a thrilling dragon hydro slide & two amazing heated curved racing slides, children's interactive warm water playground, private pools and spa treatments.
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Art galleries
Lava Glass Studio, Gallery, and Sculpture Garden
Lava Glass offers a unique and fascinating window into the world of glassblowing and glass art. The complex comprises a glass art gallery, glassblowing studio, glass sculpture garden and café.
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Bus & coach transport
Base Camp Shuttle to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Base Camp is a car park between the beginning and end of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, just in front of the Tongariro Holiday Park. Park your car, hire your gear and use our shuttle for your return transport to the crossing.
$35 Book now -
Scenic flights
Taupo's Floatplane
Flightseeing at its best! Discover NZ’s most scenic & spectacular vistas. Enjoy a unique flightseeing experience over Tongariro National Park, the Bay of Plenty and, of course, Great Lake Taupo! Scenic flights by seaplane are a magical way of gaining
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Bungy
Taupo Bungy
New Zealand's Highest Water Touch Bungy Jump - located 47 metres (154 feet) above the Waikato River, check out the stunning views before taking the plunge into or towards the crystal clear waters below. Only 5 minutes from Taupo township.
$180 - $360 Book now -
Volcanic/Geothermal
Sail Barbary - eco sailing Lake 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 -
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 -
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 -
Maori Cultural Attractions
Ernest Kemp Scenic Cruise Lake Taupo
Daily Scenic Cruises to the Maori Rock Carvings onboard the Ernest Kemp- Replica Steamboat. 4 cruises daily during summer months. 2 cruises daily during winter months. Get close to view the carvings, 2 hour duration.
$35 - $45 Book now
