Plan your trip to Taupo

Hiking & walking trails

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is rated as the best one-day hike in New Zealand. Trek across a volcanic alpine landscape of dramatic contrasts – steaming vents, glacial valleys, ancient lava flows, alpine vegetation and vivid crater lakes, all with stunning views.

Art galleries

Red Rock Gallery

We make art readily available to people by allowing them to get close to artworks, helping them to see the colours and forms that can not always be appreciated in a photo or online.

Scenic attraction

Lake Taupo's Western Bays

Explore the remote hidden bays of Lake Taupo's Western Bays. Discover towering cliffs and sparkling waterfalls.

Ski & snowboard

Tūroa Ski Area

Tūroa Ski Area lies on the southwestern slopes of Mount Ruapehu. It has the longest vertical descent of any ski area in Australasia and also boasts New Zealand’s highest chairlift - the Highnoon Express.

Hiking guides & transport

Tongariro Expeditions - Taupō

Rental cars

Thrifty Taupo Airport

Choose Thrifty for competitive rental rates, a fleet of modern 5 star ANCAP safety rated vehicles, convenient on-airport collection & a team of friendly service-focused staff.

Art galleries

Pihanga Art Gallery

Showcasing and selling paintings, ceramics, sculpture, fibre art, jewelry, Harakeke flax art and woodturning created by a group of artists living in the Turangi / Tongariro area.

Activities & tours

Heli Hiking

Biking trails

Rotary Ride

From Taupo town you can ride all the way to Huka Falls (and on to Aratiatia Dam), following the course of the Waikato River along the Huka Falls Rotary Ride.

Hiking & walking trails

Pukawa Bay Walks

Walk through ancient forest, experience spectacular lake vistas, and enjoy constant birdsong on a variety of walks on the southwestern shores of Lake Taupo.