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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Rafting
White Water Rafting - Tongariro River Rafting
Want the 'best possible rafting experience in the Taupo Region?' We're the number one rated Taupo rafting experience on TripAdvisor. We've had over 230,000 customers in the last 30 years. 'Hands down this is the most fun in the Taupo region.'
$189 Book now -
Farms
Huka Honey Hive
A unique taste experience with free honey, mead & liqueur tastings. View live beehives, discover health & wellness products, divine honey-based skincare, an amazing range of gifts and delicious honey ice cream. Group and school tours available.
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Fishing – Fresh Water
Raft Fishing - Tongariro River Rafting
Raft fishing trips can be made to suit every angler's specific needs. Experienced guides are available to help locate and net your first fat Taupo Rainbow Trout. The Tongariro River is world famous for its trout fishing.
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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".
$49 Book now -
Bed & breakfast
Whakaipo Lodge
Qualmark 5 Star Gold, TripAdvisor Best of the Best 2024, Travellers' Choice 2021-2015, Supreme Winner B&B Excellence Awards 2020, 2018 & 2016. Stunning location, secluded accommodation & fab food & wine at one of NZ's best boutique lodges/B&Bs.
$495 - $595 Book now -
Holiday homes
Lake Cottage
Lovely lake view 3 bedroom holiday home available. Quiet peaceful surroundings in amongst the bush and birdlife. Stunning views overlooking Pukawa Bay and Lake Taupo. 600 metre gentle stroll to the beach. Your superb holiday home.
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Hiking & walking trails
Tongariro Northern Circuit
Explore the volcanic heart of Tongariro National Park through a landscape of stark glacial contrasts and alpine views. Discover diverse landscapes ranging from mountain beech forest, tussock country and sculptured sands and volcanic rock on this 3 - 4 day Department of Conservation Great Walk.
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Motels
Creel Lodge Motel
19 quiet garden suites set in park-like grounds. Private access to famous Tongariro trout fishing river. 45 minutes to Ruapehi Ski Fields, 5 minutes to Tokannu hotpools, kayaking, restaurants, rafting. Wi-Fi, air conditioned
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Holiday homes
Rainbow Point Haven
This large holiday home in Rainbow Point is the perfect family-sized base for your next Lake Taupo adventure.
$350 - $850 Book now -
Holiday homes
Llieno - Lake Taupo Holiday Home
Looking for a cosy little spot in beautiful Hatepe Bay where family memories are made? Look no further than Llieno.
$187 - $907 Book now
