Gather your favourite people and unwind in style. Taupō delivers luxury stays, lakeside wine, and unforgettable group moments – whether it’s a girls’ trip, mates weekend, or celebration escape.
From boutique lodges to geothermal soaks and private lake cruises, Taupō offers a refined group getaway without the fuss. Explore together by day and toast lakeside by night. With experiences that blend comfort, nature, and indulgence, every moment feels effortless. Whether it’s a reunion, birthday, or just an overdue catch-up, Taupō brings the vibe – and the views.
Champagne toasts with friends, warm soaks under open skies, cruising together on calm water, shared platters and stories, spa robes and slippers, laughter around the fire, and golden hour reflections by the lake.
The magic’s in the laughter, the lake views, and the long, slow mornings together. Taupō makes it easy to connect – with each other, and the place.
Think luxury lodges, private hot pools, curated tastings, and scenic cruises. Taupō turns group getaways into effortlessly stylish escapes.
Māori hāngī dinner & cultural show. Meet the real locals to hear the real stories of our tribal area. The Haka Shop welcomes you. Or take a walk with guide Snow or weave a mini kete with our expert weavers.
Turtle Pools is located in the centre of Tūrangi and offers entertainment for all ages. A fully enclosed swimming pool facility with an air temperature of 24 degrees and is Poolsafe accredited.
Take a guided walk through native bush around the stunning Lake Taupo region or the Tongariro National Park.
Tongariro Lodge makes the perfect base to enjoy the World Heritage Tongariro National Park and are experts at arranging Heli-Hiking, Guided Walks and the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
Heli Adventure Flights is Lake Taupo’s leading tour flight helicopter company. Taupo is in New Zealand’s North Island, set on the edge of Lake Taupo, the southern hemisphere’s largest crater lake (in fact, it is the size of Singapore).
The Taupō region’s supervolcanic nature is on full display along the Waihora trail with its towering volcanic rock cliffs, breathtaking vistas, and secluded waterfalls.
Tongariro Lodge Guides are the most experienced guided fly fishing operator in Taupō for over 40 years now. Guides provide access to the best wilderness trout fishing in the world by 4WD, boat, raft and helicopter.
Our guides are personable, qualified and ready to guide you on one of New Zealand’s best 1-day walk. Adrift provides instruction, transport, equipment and gear hire. This is a great hike and does require a good level of fitness.
Come fly 1000 ft. above Lake Taupo and see New Zealand's most beautiful lake from a bird's eye view. Feel secure that you are with the most experienced parasail crew and the finest vessels in the industry. Fun for the whole family.
Enjoy an exciting yet scenic 20 minute flight to the Southern end of Lake Taupo. Land and be picked up for a Whitewater Rafting adventure with Tongariro River Rafting. Return transport to your Taupo accommodation included.
Explore at your own pace. Taupō is made for solo adventurers – with thrilling trails, welcoming locals, and space to chase your own kind of freedom.
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