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.
Hike, bike, paddle, and soak it all in – solo travel in Taupō is about saying yes to adventure without waiting for anyone. You’ll find well-marked trails, safe spaces to explore, and friendly cafés and tour guides that make going it alone feel easy. Whether you’re seeking challenge or calm, Taupō puts it all within reach.
It’s the kind of magic you find when no one’s rushing you. A lookout you hike to alone. A post-ride soak. A solo meal with a view.
Feel the warmth of natural springs, toast with local wine as the sun sets, and share experiences that bring you closer. In Taupō, romance is always in the air.
Plan a trip that’s all about you—quiet nature, flexible tours, and soulful stops. Taupo is safe, scenic, and easy to explore alone.
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.
Our Taupō return shuttle picks you up from Taupō, takes you to the start of the track, then collects you at the finish for the return trip. This shuttle service is operated by family-owned Tongariro Expeditions, who have been running since 1998.
The Big Splash is about being wet in the summer and cool in the winter, by doing a wicked combination of bungy jumping and rafting. With two locally owned and operated companies, we offer an action-packed day, that's on the wild side.
The ultimate cliff-top rope Swing. Located at the Taupō Bungy site, this exhilarating ride offers participants a feet-first alternative, with all the excitement of freefall.
Spa Thermal Park is home of the famous Otumuheke Stream hot pools. From here, you can also explore the Huka scenic walking trails and the Rotary Ride mountain bike trail.
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.
New Zealand's highest cliff-top Bungy Jump - located 47 metres (154 feet) above the Waikato River, check out the stunning views before taking the plunge into or towards the crystal clear waters below.
Want an adventure packed experience? Come rafting & mountain biking with us. This combo sees you riding through lush New Zealand native bush before tackling the rapids of the Tongariro River. Mountain bike track rating: Advanced. Full Day adventure.
Whakapapa is a world-class adventure playground located on the northern slopes of Mt Ruapehu, boasting the countries premier beginner facility, Happy Valley. Terrain is formed by solidified lava making for some of the most exhilarating skiing and snowboarding New Zealand has to offer. Explore everything from cruisy groomers to exhilarating chutes, bumps and drops, made all the more exciting by the natural volcanic terrain.
