Family-friendly activities
Taupō is synonymous with the great Kiwi holiday - days spent with family exploring, discovering and unravelling local secrets by the rivers and lakes, in the bush and in the mountains.
Cruise to New Zealand’s most visited natural attraction, Huka Falls, in a purpose-built riverboat. Experienced guides will tell you about the local history, flora, and fauna of this beautiful area of New Zealand as the thundering Huka Falls comes into sight.
Bring along the family and get lost in the Giant Maze, become a Pilot in the Flight Simulator, confuse yourself in the Discovery Centre, marvel at the LEGO Display, get in a round of Mini Golf and more.
A unique taste experience with free honey, mead and liqueur tastings. View live beehives, discover health & wellness products, divine honey-based skincare, a fantastic range of gifts and enjoy delicious honey ice creams.
You, the kids, and an awesome guide in one raft, on an adventure on the Tongariro River – the ‘Family Floats’ rafting adventure. Be immersed in the magnificent scenery and observe many native wildlife species as you ride the rapids.
Packed with cool and quirky activities for the whole family, including a riverside restaurant, guided nursery and hatchery tours, a Boating Lake with complete paddle boards, water trikes and pedal boats, and an activity trail with interactive water features.