Known for its beautiful Lake Taupo, the largest lake in New Zealand, Taupo offers a range of activities from tranquil to thrilling. You can enjoy a peaceful cruise on the lake, try trout fishing, or explore the scenic walking and cycling trails along the waterfront. For a dose of adventure, there's skydiving, jet boating, or bungee jumping, all set against the backdrop of the stunning lake and mountains. Don't miss the geothermal wonders nearby, such as bubbling mud pools and natural hot springs, perfect for relaxing. With its mix of nature, adventure, and a friendly town atmosphere filled with cafés, restaurants, and shops, Taupo provides a fantastic experience for any traveler.
Cruising
Take a relaxing boat trip aboard The Ernest Kemp. One of the world's largest freshwater volcanic craters, Lake Taupo is home to the famous Maori Rock Carvings, only accessible by boat. Be sure to have your camera ready, and enjoy this piece of spiritual and cultural significance.
Craters of the Moon
Explore the Craters of the Moon and experience the Earth's heat up close as you wander through a geothermal valley filled with hissing steam clouds. From the viewing platforms, you can watch cauldrons of bubbling mud and witness the raw power of nature at work.
Rafting
Rafting New Zealand offers white-water adventures that everyone can enjoy. They choose only the finest rivers, employ top Kiwi raft guides, provide high-quality gear, and boast the best rafting base facilities in the country.
Hiking & Biking
The Rotary Ride and Waikato River Track run along the banks of the Waikato River, offering stunning river views and access to Huka Falls and the area's extensive network of mountain bike trails.
Taupo Golf Club
Taupo Golf Club offers golfers a unique golfing experience with two 18-hole golf courses on offer year round along with modern facilities and services to provide you with a wonderful golfing experience in Taupo.
Fishing
Taupo is renowned for its world-class trout fishing in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Taupo and its surrounding rivers. Anglers can enjoy a variety of fishing experiences, from fly fishing in secluded streams to guided boat trips on the lake, surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Bungy Jumping
Turn up the heat with a bungy or swing in the heart of New Zealand's geothermal region. Hanging off a cliff-top high over the Waikato River is Taupo Bungy and Swing. Famed for its awe-inspiring location, it provides all the adventure and adrenaline you'll ever need and only five minutes from central Taupo.
Huka Falls
You'll hear the Huka Falls well before you see them – it's the sound of nearly a quarter of a million litres of water per second erupting from a natural gorge and thundering 11m into the Waikato River below. This incredible waterfall is the most-visited natural attraction in New Zealand – it's hard to tear your gaze away from the endless, mesmerising torrent.
Rapids Jet
Rapids Jet offers a 35 minute jet boat journey for the whole family, from 5 to 93 (and up!). They promise an exhilarating ride of spins, squeals and peals of laughter with the odd splash of pure Waikato blue. And there's nothing wrong with getting a bit wet when you're having this much fun!