Plan
There are many beautiful places to visit and things to do in Taupō. It is the ideal location for an event, conference or wedding. Let us help plan your perfect stay.
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Holiday Parks
Motutere Bay Top 10 Holiday Park
Pitch the family tent, park the caravan, or campervan, launch the boat, enjoy the family and create holiday memories. Situated on State Highway 1 midway between Taupo and Turangi.
$38 - $170 Book now -
Hiking trails
Waikato River Walking Track
This shared-use track starts at the Huka Falls carpark and ends at Otupo Flat.
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Taupō town activities
Waipahihi Botanical Reserve
Waipahihi Botanical Reserve is an amazing garden built with love, and is also a beautiful Taupō walk for the whole family.
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Miscellaneous Madness
Formula Challenge Racing
At Formula Challenge, we pride ourselves at being able to deliver New Zealand's best motorsport experiences. With 25 years of experience behind us, Formula Challenge is the ultimate experience for motosport.
$390 - $690 Book now -
Ski & snowboard
Turoa Ski Area
Turoa Ski Area lies on the southwestern slopes of Mount Ruapehu. It has the longest vertical descent of any ski area in Australasia and also boasts New Zealand’s highest chairlift - the Highnoon Express.
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Sports & outdoors
Sporting Life Turangi
Fishing outfitters to the world famous Tongariro River. Whether you’re walking, tramping, mountain biking, rafting, hunting, fishing, boating or just enjoying the great outdoors, Sporting Life is there to make it more enjoyable.
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Urban and Scenic Attractions
Accessible New Zealand Partnership
Our tours are specialized for travellers with physical disabilities and mature travellers. For travellers who want to enjoy the culture, scenery and adventure that comes with travelling but who may need assistance or extra care along the way.
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Fishing – Fresh Water
Chris Jolly Outdoors Private Fishing Charters
Fish for Trout with the experts. Chris Jolly Outdoors have been taking clients fishing on Lake Taupo for more than 30 years. We have 4 launches to choose from and can cater for groups up to 140 people - all our fishing trips are private charters.
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Spas/Health Resorts and Thermal Bathing Pools
Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa
Bathe in mineral & silica enriched thermal pools strategically located below the Wairakei silica terraces and waterfall, providing a perfect setting for complete rest and relaxation and a ‘feel back in time’ sensation.
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Fishing – Fresh Water
Adventure Taupo Ltd
Steve Yerex has twenty five years experience, fly fishing in the Central North Island, this experience translates to an ability to match the client to the river and the best outdoor adventure for you that he can provide.
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Bed & Breakfast
Hill View Hide Away
My place is a beautiful hideaway looking across a gorgeous rural vista to the lake. Well worth the 10 minutes drive from the hustle and bustle of town!
$135 - $180 Book now -
Hotels
Hilton Lake Taupō
Magnificent views over New Zealand's largest lake with majestic mountains beyond are just the start of what this hotel has to offer. Hilton Lake Taupo is accessibly located midway between Auckland and Wellington.
$179 - $500 Book now -
Holiday Homes
The Mooring
The Mooring is an upmarket 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom holiday apartment within a secure complex complete with heated swimming pool, BBQ area and guest parking. Enjoy the outlook of the tranquil Waikato River and stunning views to the Marina and Lake Taupo
$295 - $585 Book now -
Golf
Mangakino Golf Club
Mangakino Golf Club is a flat undulating 9 hole easy walking course with picturesque views of Lake Maraetai and the surrounding forests.
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Cultural Attractions
Maori Rock Carvings with Taupo Kayaking Adventures
Let us take you on a 1/2 day adventure kayaking to the impressive 14m high Maori Rock Carvings at Mine Bay, Lake Taupo. Only accessible by water, a visit to the carvings is one of the must do activity in Taupo.
$100 Book now -
Fishing – Fresh Water
Bryce Curle Fly Fishing Guide
Bryce Curle Fly Fishing has been operating in the Central North Island / Great Lake Taupo region since 1998, he offers a professional and true Kiwi Fishing Experience for the novice through to the most experienced angler. A service that is unmatched.
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Motels
Waitahanui Lodge
Classic, rustic, charming, quirky, nostalgic - all descriptions guests have used to describe the Waitahanui lodge. It's a kiwiana treasure right on the lake edge and just 10 minutes drive from the centre of Taupo and 5kms from the airport.
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Holiday Homes
Taupō Treetops Lakestay
Set in a private conservation estate, Taupo Treetops Lakestay is the perfect location to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature - clarity of air, garden, bush, birdsong, lakeside walks, spectacular liquid gold and cranberry sunsets.
$395 - $555 Book now -
Scenic attractions
Tokaanu Wharf
Back in the 1880s, there were few roads in Taupō. Goods were shipped across Lake Taupō from Tokaanu Wharf.
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Holiday Parks
All Seasons Holiday Park Taupo
At All Seasons Kiwi Holiday Park Taupo we offer a great choice of accommodation and we have something to suit everyone's taste and budget. Our accommodation options range from private, sheltered campsites to the motels and cabin accommodation.
$30 - $300 Book now
