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Motels

Tongariro Junction Motel

Tongariro Junction in Turangi is adjacent to SH 1 at the gateway to Tongariro National Park, close to the mountains and Lake Taupo. We offer a wide variety of reasonably priced accommodation to suit all needs, from campsites to luxury motel units.

Motels

VU Thermal Lodge

At one of the best locations in Taupo, we guarantees you to enjoy the beautiful view of lake and mountains; We have a thermal water bore on site, over 10 ground floor units have private thermal tubs/pools; a communal thermal house and a outdoor pool.

Boat Cruises

Self Drive Boat Hire - LAKeFUN Taupo

Want to explore the Lake at your own leisure on your own. This is a great way to see everything on Lake Taupo without having to share your time with a stranger.

Hot pools

Otumuheke Stream

Warm geothermal waters from Otumuheke Stream flow gently into the Waikato River at Spa Thermal Park, providing a hot spot where bathers can relax in healing mineral water.

Bed & Breakfast

Amori Lodge

Conveniently located near Taupo town centre, Amori Lodge is a boutique Bed and Breakfast providing quality, modern accommodation at very affordable prices.

Family friendly

Starlight Cinema

Welcome to Starlight Cinema Centre in Taupo, for all your visual entertainment needs. There are 5 cinemas including a lounge cinema, showing all the latest movies including 3D.

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.

Holiday homes

Fairbairn House - Holiday Home

Holiday Homes

Noble Escape

Noble Escape is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom Taupo holiday home. Enjoying all day sun, this modern fully-fenced lake base is just a short walk from town and the river entrance. Relax in comfort or set out on adventure.

Volcanic/Geothermal

Taupo Kayaking Adventures The Squeeze Trip

Kayak down the Waikato River past the hidden valley of Orakei Korako Geothermal Park where you can see gushing geysers, silica terraces and boiling mud pools from your kayak.

Custom Transfers

Backyard Tours Private Tongariro Alpine Crossing Car Park

Tongariro Alpine Crossing – transport vans depart Turangi, and Backyard Tours Private Carpark SH46, providing round-trip transfers. Naturally includes our Māori blessing, Photo, local sharing of knowledge and stories, and free drink at end. Book Now.

Rafting

Sound of Thunder - Rafting and Jet Boating Combo

Water, water everywhere… Ride with the Rapid Kings! Nobody knows Rapids and River thrill seeking like Rafting New Zealand and Rapids Jet. Nobody.

Family friendly

Taranaki Falls

Taranaki Falls is a short easy walk in the UNESCO dual World Heritage Tongariro National Park.

Fishing – Fresh Water

Sean Andrews Fly Fishing

Based in the North Island of New Zealand Sean Andrews is a professional fly fishing guide. Sean spends over 120 days each year guiding the remote rivers and streams of the National and Forest Parks of the North Island.

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.

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.

Holiday Homes

Villa 1 Tatamoana

A stunning waterfront luxury holiday house that is simply the best accommodation Lake Taupo has. 2 tennis courts, swimming pool, direct beach access, absolute privacy, views forever, and an outstanding quality make this a stunning vacation rental.

Motels

ASURE Prince Motor Lodge

Situated in the heart of Taupo, the ASURE Prince Motor Lodge offers 32 fully appointed units only a two minute stroll to both the town centre and the shores of Lake Taupo. Central New Zealand accommodation at its best.

Mountain Biking

Guided Craters of the Moon Electric Bike Tour

Enjoy the fun and hassle free experience on an electric mountain bike in our local purpose built "Craters of the Moon" mountain bike park.

Hiking trails

Silica Rapids

Silica Rapids is a short easy walk in the UNESCO dual World Heritage Tongariro National Park.