Plan your trip to Taupo
There are many beautiful places to visit and things to do in the Taupo region. It is the ideal location for an event, conference or wedding. Let us help plan your perfect stay.
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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.
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Biking trails
Craters Mountain Bike Park - Loop A
There’s nothing technical on this loop, making it perfect for first-time trailblazers and families—an excellent introduction to Craters MTB Park. It winds through epic volcanic landscapes and under towering pines, with smooth berms and mellow climbs to keep everyone cruising happily along.
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Shop & services
Space & Thyme Wellness Studio
Therapeutic and sports massage therapy. Health & life coaching. Relax in a peaceful, private oasis in Acacia Bay, Taupo. Restore health and positive wellbeing. Book online!
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Scenic attraction
Tokaanu Historic Wharf
Back in the 1880s, there were few roads in Taupo. Goods were shipped across Lake Taupo from Tokaanu Wharf.
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Hiking & walking trails
Rimu Walk
This short loop walk from Kakaho Campsite takes in the fantastic views and the tall trees of the Pureora Forest.
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Hiking & walking trails
Lake Rotopounamu
Nestled on the side of Mt Pihanga, Lake Rotopounamu (‘greenstone lake’) is a special favourite of tree lovers and birdwatchers.
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Sports & outdoors
Gordon's Outdoor Equipment Taupo
Gordon's Outdoor Equipment specialise in providing you with all the quality equipment you need for your outdoor adventure. Whether it be skiing, snowboarding, tramping, camping, nordic walking or just walking the dog, we would love to help you!
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Geothermal walks
Spa Thermal Park to Huka Falls walk
Combine two unmissable Taupō destinations on a leisurely stroll alongside the Waikato River, connecting the thermal waters of Otumuheke Stream and the thundering Huka Falls.
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Activities & tours
Camp Epic - Timber Trail Shuttles, Hire, Glamping
Shuttles, bike/ebike hire and glamping accommodation on the Timber Trail - one of New Zealand's Great Rides.
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Biking trails
The Whakamaru Trail
Start at Whakamaru Dam, enjoy panoramic lake views, see Pohaturoa Rock, ride through forests and along the river, crossing small bridges and boardwalks, and finish at Dam Café. Scenic and moderately challenging with beautiful landmarks, perfect for a rewarding adventure
