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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Custom Transfers
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 -
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 -
Skydiving
Taupo Tandem Skydiving
Located in the Central North Island of New Zealand, we are situated on the shores of majestic Lake Taupo, overlooking the mountains of Tongariro National Park. Experience the stunning scenery from up to 18,500ft with New Zealand's original drop zone.
$199 - $499 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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Fishing – Fresh Water
Tongariro Lodge Guided Flyfishing
Tongariro Lodge Guides are the most experienced guided fly fishing operator in Taupo for over 36 years now. Guides provide access to the best wilderness trout fishing in the world by 4WD, boat, raft and helicopter.
$450 - $845 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
