Tours and transport

Custom transfers

Trail Sharing: Great Lake Trail Vehicle Exchange

A platform that allows you organise your own transport to many of the typically difficult to access one-way trails in New Zealand. Avoid booking shuttles or car relocations, instead connect with other trail users and help each other.

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.

Rental cars

Taupo Airport

With over 30 car rental locations nationwide Budget Rent a Car can help you on the road to discovery.

Walking & hiking

Kaimanawa Ranges Epic 3 Day Adventure

For our epic 3-day adventure we offer a unique experience where we will traverse a range of different terrains, from the high alpines of Umukarikari and Mt Urchin, to the clear fresh waters of the Waipakihi River.

Bus & coach transport

Backyard Tours

Backyard Tours transport services customers from Turangi to hiking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing return. Door to door pickups and drops. Cultural insights, safety briefings, & sharing of local stories along your travels making memorable connections.

Stargazing

Stargazing Experience - Beyond Earth

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

Biking trails

Kaimanawa Descent

Embark on the Kaimanawa Descent, a downhill trail that offers a thrilling ride through New Zealand's volcanic landscape. Accessible only by helicopter, this path designed for intermediate to advanced riders, winds through dense alpine forests with spectacular views of Tongariro National Park’s majestic peaks. An adrenaline-packed adventure awaits.

Transport services

InterCity TravelPass Taupo

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.