Plan your trip to Taupo

Scenic flights

Ruapehu Rush Mountain Scenic Flight

Enjoy once in a life time views of Mt Ruapehu and the Tongariro National Park.

Hiking & walking trails

Kaimanawa Road short walks

These two family short easy walks starting from Urchin Campsite at the end of Kaimanawa Road in the Kaimanawa Forest Park are perfect for families.

Hiking & walking trails

Aratiatia Rapids Lookout Walk

Several times a day the gates at the Aratiatia dam are opened to release the full flow of the river, a spectacular sight from the lookout points - kids will love it!

Holiday homes

A-Frame Cabin

This quaint property is a two storey A-Frame, right in the middle of Taupō. You are walking distance to the nearest café, the lake front, or the town centre. Despite its amazing location, this space is super quiet as its hidden off the street.

Arts & crafts

Camo Chicken Ceramics Workshops

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.

Rental cars

Taupo

Rent with confidence and choose Avis for your Car Rental to explore New Zealand. Avis offers a wide range of rental cars in 38 different branches located across the country.

Holiday homes

Spacious with Stunning Lake Views

This two-storey home is large enough to house the whole extended family. It has stunning views of Lake Taupō that you can enjoy from the upstairs bedrooms and living area.

Accommodation

Barrington Motel

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.

Sailing

Lake Taupō Voyager Experience - Private Tour From Auckland By ExperienceKart

A journey from Auckland’s bustling cityscape to Taupō’s scenic lakes on a luxury private tour will lead you to marvel at the breath-taking geothermal scenery, stunning waterfalls, and World Heritage-listed Forest reserves.