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.
The Timber Trail Lodge provides great hospitality, right at the centre of the Timber Trail, New Zealand’s best two-day wilderness ride.
Come and get out on Lake Taupō, Let us take you on a tour to visit one of Taupõ's iconic tourist attractions, The Māori Carving's and enjoy an adrenaline rush on our Beautiful Lake Taupō getting there.
Take a guided walk through native bush around the stunning Lake Taupo region or the Tongariro National Park.
See steaming hot mineral pools and spluttering mud pools on this short, easy walk.
Book a Scenic Cruises on Lake Taupō with White Striker Charters. Book your cruise by the hour for a customised scenic cruise on Lake Taupō.
Stay 2 nights at the most primary location overlooking the Lake Taupo; canapés and wine, gourmet breakfasts, exquisite 3-course dinner, in-room massages; a great experience of Kiwi hosting.
Hire & drive your own donut boat! Pack some drinks & nibbles, & cruise Lake Taupo while enjoying your favorite music via onboard Bluetooth speakers. Throw the anchor and jump on in.
The most high-tech jet ski experience on Lake Taupo. No experience needed - Hire & drive the jet ski yourself. Blast around the bay or go on a self-guided tour by following the GPS map on the ski to the iconic Maori rock carvings.
Opotaka is a historical Maori pa site (fortified village) where you can learn about the history of the famous Ka Mate Haka, see the remains of the Maori settlement, and enjoy spectacular views across Lake Rotoaira to Mt Tongariro.
Swingers Putt Putt is Taupō's newest destination for mini golf fun, our 18 hole course takes you on a journey throughout the central Plateau, you'll learn the history and other fun attractions along the way. Its a not to be missed mini golf course.
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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