Plan your trip to Taupo

Scenic attraction

Hot Water Beach

As the name suggests, Hot Water Beach is an incredible slice of lake frontage where you can enjoy steaming hot water straight from a natural geothermal spring! With views over the water and to the mountains - you won’t find a more scenic foot spa anywhere else in the world.

Accommodation

Pihanga Cottage - Kuratau Bach

Holiday homes

If I can dream

A home away from home, a place to relax and enjoy time with those that matter the most.

Fishing – Fresh Water

Raft Fishing - Tongariro River Rafting

Raft fishing trips can be made to suit every angler's specific needs. Experienced guides are available to help locate and net your first fat Taupo Rainbow Trout. The Tongariro River is world famous for its trout fishing.

Bus & coach transport

Tongariro Crossing Car Park

The only all day, secure car park for the Tongariro Crossing. When you park your car at the Ketetahi car park, your booking includes a shuttle to the start of the Crossing at Mangatepopo. Simply walk back to you car after you complete the crossing.

Bed & breakfast

Lake Taupo Lodge

Relax, unwind and soak up the atmosphere at Lake Taupo Lodge. Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, this award winning lodge is set within magnificent landscaped gardens overlooking Lake Taupo and the mountains.

Cycling & Mountain Biking

42 Traverse Guided E-Bike Ride

Known as one of the best adventure mountain bike rides in New Zealand. A 46km Grade 3 guided mountain e-bike tour through the Tongariro Forest. The 42 Traverse takes you into sub-alpine New Zealand with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.

Theme & leisure parks

Huka Prawn Park

Discover a place where the whole family will be entertained for hours on end. Pack a picnic, togs and towel and spend the day exploring, or dine on the edge of the Waikato River at Riverside Restaurant with delicious meals and breathtaking views.

Kayaking

Tongariro Adventures Kayaks

Kayaks and Stand Up Paddleboards, the most chilled of our Tongariro Adventures! What better way to relax than to be at one with nature on the spectacularly beautiful Kuratau River. Paddle this navigable pristine river, surrounded by bush & birdsong.

Holiday homes

Peaceful Lake Views

Situated in a typically quiet part of Acacia Bay, this home has everything you’ll need for a relaxing and peaceful stay in Taupō. With stunning lake views from almost every room, you’ll never want to leave.