Plan
There are many beautiful places to visit and things to do in Taupō. It is the ideal location for an event, conference or wedding. Let us help plan your perfect stay.
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Hiking trails
Boyd, Oamaru and Cascade Hut tracks
You can combine these hiking tracks for a multi-night tramp with lush beech forest, river crossings and wildlife.
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Holiday Homes
Lake Cottage Co
Lovely lake view 3 bedroom holiday home available. Quiet peaceful surroundings in amongst the bush and birdlife. Stunning views overlooking Pukawa Bay and the lake. 600 meter gentle stroll to the beach. Your superb holiday home.
$170 - $240 Book now -
Theme/Leisure Park
Huka Prawn Park
New Zealand’s only prawn park offers a fun filled day of entertainment for the family. Pack a picnic and towel and spend the day creating exciting prawn memories to last forever.
$29.50 Book now -
Volcanic/Geothermal
AC Baths Hot Pools Taupo
AC Baths is an all-weather, family-friendly, thermally heated pool complex that offers entertainment for visitors and the community.
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Motels
Cottage Mews Motel
Relaxed and traditional self-contained studios, family cottages and apartments less than a minute's walk from the edge of Lake Taupo. The lake is less than a minute's walk from every unit.
$130 - $170 Book now -
Rental Cars
Hertz Taupo
Discover New Zealand with a car rental from any one of our 42 branches in all major cities and airports. Our fleet of late model vehicles are equipped with the latest safety features, so you can travel in comfort and enjoy the drive.
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Motels
Baycrest Lodge
Experience the latest in quality service and surroundings, where traditional elegance blends with a restful ambience. Baycrest Lodge is 100m from the main swimming beach of Great Lake Taupo. All 16 units are spacious and elegant.
$159 - $315 Book now -
Hiking trails
Spa Thermal Park to Huka Falls walk
Walk along the banks of the Waikato River from the hot springs in Spa Thermal Park to the spectacular Huka Falls.
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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.
$215 - $385 Book now -
Apartments
Riverside Apartment Taupō
Riverside Apartment is a beautiful, modern 3 bedroom apartment with a central Taupo location overlooking the river. Sleeping 8 it has kitchen and laundry facilities. Heated swimming pool, wifi and free kayaks available. Double garage and secure.
$260 - $440 Book now -
Holiday Homes
Greenwood Lodge
Greenwood Lodge offers seclusion, space, spectacular uninterrupted views and a front lawn that is right on the shores of Lake Taupo. Based on Hotwater Beach with its unique thermal heated water this is a seriously amazing spot.
$600 - $900 Book now -
Taupō town activities
Huka Falls Lookout Walk
Take a scenic walk along the banks of the Waikato River, or simply explore the many lookout points at Huka Falls, one of the most visited natural attractions in New Zealand - these short, easy walks are great for kids.
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Biking
W2K section of the Great Lake Trail
The W2K section of the Great Lake Trail provides great views across Lake Taupō and back down towards Kinloch, one of the most beautiful lakeside villages in the country. The native bush creates a feeling of being far from civilisation, despite the fact that this is the most accessible section of the Great Lake Trail.
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Fishing – Fresh Water
Taupo Lake Adventures Ltd
Taupo Lake Adventures Ltd offer skippered trout fishing charters and scenic cruises on Lake Taupo, New Zealand aboard our charter boats Bravado III and Te Arani II operating out of Taupo Boat Harbour.
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Cultural Attractions
Taupo Kayaking Adventures
Taupo Kayaking Adventures (TKA) specialises in guided scenic tours and trips on Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest fresh water lake, rivers, streams, walking and mountain biking tracks and trails in the Great Lake Taupo Region.
$90 - $400 Book now -
Scenic Flights
Executive Decision - Rafting & Heli-Tour Combo
Taupo is such a magnificent area, the lake itself is the size of Singapore and at either end of it rest spectacular adventures to ensure you’re not only on the edge of your seat.
$344 Book now -
Holiday Homes
A Sky Full of Stars - Architectural Holiday Home at Kinloch, Lake Taupo
Commanding one of New Zealand's premium outlooks, this luxurious award winning property offers friends and families a stunning home to explore and relax the magical Kinloch and Taupo region.
$800 - $2,400 Book now -
Ski & snowboard
Mt Ruapehu Snow Shuttle
Grab a shuttle from Taupō or Turangi daily & we'll drop you off right at the base of the Whakapapa ski area ready to hit the slopes.
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Custom Transfers
Backyard Tours Tongariro Alpine Crossing Turangi transfers
Tongariro Alpine Crossing – transport vans depart Taupō, Turangi, Backyard Tours Private Carpark SH46, providing round-trip transfers. Naturally includes our Māori blessing, local sharing of knowledge and stories on route. Limited seats Book Now.
$35 - $60 Book now
