Tours and transport

Transport services

InterCity TravelPass Taupo

Volcanic/Geothermal

Taupo Kayaking Adventures Geothermal Tours

Kayaking through geothermal features along the Waikato River, bathing under a hot springs waterfall or wandering through Orakei Korako Geothermal Park is without a doubt one of the best ways to experience the geothermal wonders of NZ.

Volcanic/Geothermal

Orakei Korako Cave & Geothermal Park

Orakei Korako 'The Place of Adorning' - a spectacular Geothermal attraction. Lonely Planet Travellers Guide writes: “Orakei Korako is arguably the best thermal area left in New Zealand".

Airport shuttles

My Waka Your Waka

We provide transportation in and around Turangi and the Central Plateau in a way that is as unique as you are. Our schedule is flexible, and we will gladly work in with your time frame whenever possible. My Waka Your Waka- wherever you need to go.

Airport shuttles

Tongariro Panda Shuttles

We offer a one way or return shuttle service to the start of your Tongariro Alpine Crossing Adventure. We are proud to locally owned and operated, and we see your safety as our number one priority.

Cycling & Mountain Biking

Huka River Trail Guided Geothermal E-bike Tour

Enjoy a scenic e-bike tour and learn about our breathtaking Huka Falls, the mighty crystal clear Waikato River, Aratiatia Dam & Rapids. Finish with a ride past an incredible geothermal stream in Wairakei. (previous MTB experience is good).

Horse treks

Enchanted Forest & River Horse Ride (Korohe Horse Treks)

Ride through the Enchanted Forest to the beautiful Waimarino River.

Walking & hiking

Adrift Tongariro, Taupo - Guided Tongariro National Park Walks

We specialise in hiking and canoeing adventures throughout the Whanganui and Tongariro National Parks, including the famous, The Tongariro Alpine Crossing. We operate all year and and whether you’re a novice or keen adventurer we have a tour to suit.

Rental cars

Taupo Airport

Rent with confidence and choose Avis for your Car Rental to explore New Zealand. Avis offers a wide range of rental cars in 38 different branches located across the country.

Arts & crafts

Lava Glass Glassblowing Studio Tour

Lava Glass is the playground of Lynden Over, one of New Zealand's leading glass artists. In his studio, you get the opportunity to watch him and resident artists at work. Lava Glass is the first certified net carbon zero glass studio in the world.