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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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Rafting
Whitewater Rafting - Tongariro River Rafting
Want the BEST possible rafting experience in the Taupo Region? We're the number one rated Taupo rafting experience on TripAdvisor. We've had over 230,000 customers in the last 27 years. Hands down this is the most fun in the Taupo region!
$145 Book now -
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 -
Holiday Parks
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Award winning 5-Star Thermal Resort-Overlooking Lake Taupo/Tongariro National Park. With an exceptional range of Accommodation. Big Bounce Air Pad, free WiFi, Hot Springs & Water Park, water-playground & Day spa will keep the whole family entertained
$30 - $450 Book now -
Hotels
Millennium Hotel & Resort Manuels Taupo
The Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupo offers lake edge accommodation and conference facilities featuring two fully licensed, award-winning restaurants.
$153 - $400 Book now -
Holiday Parks
Asure Parklands Motorlodge
Comfortable 4 star lodge, on-site restaurant & bar. Northern gateway to Tongariro National Park. Closest town to the Tongariro Crossing , Fly-fishing guides, whitewater rafting, scenic flights arranged. Free WiFi. Free parking.
$125 - $169 Book now -
Custom Transfers
Taupo return shuttle for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Taupo return shuttle picks you up from Taupo takes you to the track start then picks you up from the end of the track and takes you back to Taupo again. We give you a free map and information sheet.
$70 Book now -
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 -
Sailing
Sail Fearless Maori Rock Carvings Tours
"Be Fearless" and take an amazing sailing trip on Great Lake Taupo, sailing to the Maori Rock carvings. It's a great affordable and family friendly cruise.
$39 - $69 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
