Plan

Mountain biking

Taupo Kayaking Adventures Bike / Walk Tours

Kayaking with Taupo Kayak Adventures is not the only way to enjoy the stunning scenery the Great Lake Taupo region has to offer. Grab a bike and explore the region on 2 wheels or if you prefer a slower pace, join us on one of our many walking tours.

Golf

The Kinloch Club

A Top 100 golf course, the Kinloch Club is a Championship inland links style Jack Nicklaus signature design. Measuring 6519 yards off the white tees, and 7363 yards off the Championship tees, Kinloch offers an exceptional golfing experience.

Cycling & mountain biking

W2K section of the Great Lake Trails

The W2K section of the Great Lake Trails provides great views across Lake Taupo and back down towards Kinloch, one of the most beautiful lakeside villages in the country.

Boat cruises

Go Explore NZ - Taupo Guided Tour

Sightseeing, honey tasting, geothermal activity and a boat cruise… this tour has it all! This jam-packed day out includes all of Taupo’s most famous attractions.

Miscellaneous madness

Taupo Karts

Drive one of the most powerful recreational karts in the world! Open 7 days a week. Kids karts and tandem karts also available.

Bed & Breakfast

Blue Waters Bed & Breakfast

Activities and Tours

Sky Waka gondola - Whakapapa

Ride the country's most advanced gondola, high above the world-heritage-listed mountain area. For wild adventure, for supreme beauty, and for an unforgettable dining experience.

Cycling & mountain biking

Rotary Ride

From Taupō town you can ride all the way to Huka Falls (and on to Aratiatia Dam), following the course of the Waikato River along the Huka Falls Rotary Ride.

Backpackers & hostels

BoB's Hostel

BoB's host's its guest in an iconic 1950's building only one block back from the even more iconic Lake Taupo. BoB's has the best value rooms in Taupo and the best sundeck for views back out over the lake. BoB has private ensuite rooms as well as dorm

Hiking trails

Round the Mountain Track

The multi-day Round the Mountain Track located in the UNESCO dual World Heritage Tongariro National Park showcases the varied volcanic landscapes and alpine vegetation on the flanks of the active volcano Mount Ruapehu. It's a more remote alternative to the Tongariro Northern Circuit Great Walk and will take you 4 - 6 days.