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Family friendly activities in Taupō

Getting out into nature and adventuring is an essential part of life for kids growing up in New Zealand. Taupō's incredible scenery and wide range of family-friendly activities are what have made it a favourite holiday spot for New Zealanders for decades.

From lazy summers spent swimming, boating and fishing on the lake bays, to a pilgrimage to Happy Valley at Whakapapa Ski Area to learn to ski or have a sled, it’s an essential part of many Kiwis’ happiest childhood memories.

Camping, thermal park fun, family hikes and bike rides through native bush, mini-golf, horse treks, the Huka Prawn Park, family restaurants, boat cruises, farm parks, playgrounds and natural wonders – there’s an endless list of things to do and places to go to keep everyone in the family having fun.

Family friendly things to do in Taupō

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  • Stargazing

    Stargazing Experience - Beyond Earth

    Beyond Earth provides entertaining stargazing experiences either at our own venue, or your home or holiday accommodation.

    $44.88 - $119.50
  • Biking trails

    Timber Trail

    The 85km long Timber Trail is a unique mountain bike ride across ancestral Maori lands, taking you deep into the ancient Pureora Forest Park in New Zealand's central North Island.

  • Horse treks

    Enchanted Forest Horse Ride - Korohe Horse Treks

    Ride through the Enchanted Forest and discover Santa's hideout with your horse.

    $95
  • Scenic attraction

    Te Ātea - Tapuaeharuru

    Where Taupō township meets the lakefront, you’ll discover the newly-created Te Ātea (the Māori word for 'space'). Its purpose? A meeting place for all. But behind it is a story that began many thousands of years ago.

  • Hot pools & health spas

    AC Baths Hot Pools

    AC Baths is an all-weather, family-friendly, thermally heated pool complex that offers entertainment for visitors and the community.

    $13
  • Hiking & walking trails

    Taranaki Falls

    Taranaki Falls is a short easy walk in the UNESCO dual World Heritage Tongariro National Park.

  • Fishing – Fresh Water

    Tongariro National Trout Centre

    Discover a unique freshwater destination where nature and exploration come together. Explore our museum, native freshwater aquarium and historic hatchery, feed wild trout, and enjoy seasonal Kids' Fishing Experiences on selected NZ school holidays.

    $22
  • Horse treks

    Enchanted Forest & River Horse Ride - Korohe Horse Treks

    Ride through the Enchanted Forest to the beautiful Waimarino River.

    $140
  • Biking trails

    Craters Mountain Bike Park

    Craters MTB Park is a purpose-built mountain bike park located only a short distance from Taupō town, with trails ranging from children’s entry-level to technical cross-country and downhill trails.

  • Boat cruises

    Ernest Kemp Scenic Cruises - Lake Taupō, Daily Māori Rock Carvings Cruises

    Daily scenic cruises to the Māori Rock Carvings, Mine Bay. Ernest Kemp cruises daily, year round. Only accessible by water the Maori Rock carvings are a 'must do' Taupō activity. Relaxing 1.5 & 2 Hour cruises over crystal clear waters of Lake Taupō.

    $55 - $59 Book now
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