There are many beautiful places to visit and things to do in the Taupo region. It is the ideal location for an event, conference or wedding. Let us help plan your perfect stay.
The River Side Trail in Taupō is a scenic, two-way path along the Waikato River between Control Gates Bridge and Spa Thermal Park. Ideal for all ages, it offers gentle terrain, stunning river views, and lush native bush. The trail connects to the Rotary Ride and Huka Trails, passes Cherry Island and River Side Reserve, and climbs behind Taupo Bungy, ending at Spa Thermal Park.
The Cove is luxurious motel accommodation situated on the edge of Lake Taupo. Comprised of 12 spacious 1x bedroom suites each with thermally heated spa pool on private balcony and with five budget studio units also there is choice for all travellers.
Lakeside motel on Lake Terrace, Taupō, with lake-view studios, spa suites and one- to three-bedroom apartments, plus Jolly Good Fellows pub and restaurant onsite.
If you’d prefer to explore the great lake and its surroundings on your own, we have a wide range of equipment that you’re able to hire such as kayaks, stand up paddle boards (SUP), mountain bikes and bike racks.
'Best value' one way shuttle service to the iconic Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Park all day for free at the Ketetahi and Park N' Ride area Shuttle to start and walk back to your vehicle.
The Tama Lakes track forms part of the Tongariro Northern Circuit Great Walk and is a great alternative to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
Mangakino Golf Club is a flat undulating 9 hole easy walking course with picturesque views of Lake Maraetai and the surrounding forests.
Tucked away in a quiet corner just minutes from the sparkling shores of Lake Taupō, Mountain View Motel offers cosy, self-contained accommodation with stunning views of the mountains and lake.
Perched on the hills overlooking Lake Taupo, Camo Chicken Studio creates ceramics that are both functional and sculptural, useful, and beautiful. Inspired by both the strength and vulnerability of clay resulting in organically functional wares.
Boasting an unbeatable location on the edge of New Zealand's largest lake, with uninterrupted views and direct access across the road - Welcome to Chalet Mahuta.