Taupo is one of New Zealand's most popular travel destinations, known for its stunning natural beauty, outdoor activities, and relaxing atmosphere. Whether you're visiting for a short getaway or a longer holiday, there are plenty of things to see and do for all ages.
🌊 1. Visit Lake Taupo
Lake Taupo is the largest lake in New Zealand and a must-visit destination. Visitors can enjoy lakeside walks, swimming, fishing, kayaking, or simply relaxing and taking in the views. The lake is only a short drive from Mountain View Motel, making it easy to explore at any time of the day.
💦 2. Explore Huka Falls
Huka Falls is one of Taupo's most famous natural attractions. Watch as powerful turquoise water rushes through a narrow gorge, creating an unforgettable sight. There are also scenic walking tracks nearby, perfect for families and nature lovers.
♨️ 3. Relax at Spa Thermal Park
Enjoy a unique Taupo experience by visiting Spa Thermal Park, where you can soak in natural hot pools for free. It's a great place to unwind after a day of exploring.
🚤 4. Take a Boat Cruise on Lake Taupo
A boat cruise is one of the best ways to experience Lake Taupo. Many tours take you to the famous Maori Rock Carvings, offering a unique cultural and scenic experience.
🚶♀️ 5. Walk or Bike Taupo's Scenic Trails
Taupo offers a range of walking and cycling tracks suitable for all fitness levels. Enjoy beautiful views of the lake, rivers, and native bush while getting some fresh air.
🍽 6. Enjoy Taupo's Cafes and Restaurants
Taupo has a vibrant food scene with a wide selection of cafes, restaurants, and takeaway options. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a relaxing meal, you'll find plenty
Fishing
Taupo and the Tongariro are world famous for trout fishing and the motel has its own guide. Please contact the motel for more information on a great day or half day out fly fishing.
Taupo Tandem Skydiving
Taupo Tandem Skydiving is New Zealand's #1 Rated Skydive on Tripadvisor. Operating for over 25 years, we're the original tandem dropzone in NZ - we've thrown over 200,000 crazy people out of our planes! Skydiving in Taupo is truly an unforgettable experience - you'll see volcanoes, coast-to-coast views of the North Island and the incredible shores of Lake Taupo.
Rafting
Based in Turangi and Taupo, Rafting New Zealand has been operating for over 25 years rafting the Tongariro River and is New Zealand's most awarded rafting Company.Maori owned and operated, Rafting New Zealand offer several Family Rafting and Trout Fishing adventures for ages 3 and up around Taupo and Turangi.
Rapids Jet
Rapids Jet offers a thrilling 35-minute jet boat ride for all ages, 5 to 93. Enjoy exciting spins, laughter, and splashes of Waikato's pure blue water. Plus, you'll get an exclusive view of the stunning Aratiatia Rapids—an unforgettable highlight.
Taupo Bungy
Turn up the heat with a bungy or swing in the heart of Aotearoa's geothermal region. Hanging off a cliff-top high over the Waikato River is Taupō 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 Taupō.
Huka Falls River Cruise
Enjoy incredible views of this spectacular waterfall in comfort with Huka Falls River Cruise's purpose-built river boat. Sit back and relax as we glide along the Waikato River, New Zealand's longest river, to Huka Falls.
Chris Jolly
Chris Jolly Outdoors is a Taupō institution, with over 40 years in the industry. From scenic cruises on Lake Taupō, private charters & corporate events, fishing trips, guided hiking & biking trips, our family business does it all!
Ernest Kemp Cruises
Take a relaxing boat trip aboard The Ernest Kemp, the Māori Rock Carvings Cruise Specialists. One of the world's largest freshwater volcanic craters, Lake Taupō is home to the famous Māori Rock Carvings, only accessible by boat.
Sail Barbary
Enjoy the breathtaking panoramas and untouched beauty of Lake Taupō as you cruise its clear blue waters aboard New Zealand's only commercial electric yacht. Our sailing adventures in Taupō offer visitors a unique and eco-friendly way to explore the lake while preserving it for generations to come.
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.
The Kinolch Club
Discover a golfing experience unlike any other, where the natural beauty of the land shapes a world-class championship course designed by Jack Nicklaus, one of the game's most enduring legends.
Rotary Ride and Waikato River Track
These two tracks along the banks of the Waikato River allow for stunning views of the river, and access to Huka Falls and the network of mountain bike trails in the area.
Wai-O-Tapu
Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland is a spectacular showcase of New Zealand’s most colourful and unique geothermal elements sculpted by thousands of years of geothermal activity.
Craters of the Moon
Craters of the Moon lies within the Taupo volcanic zone that extends from three active volcanoes, Ruapehu, Ngauruhoe, and Tongariro in the south to White Island in the Bay of Plenty in the east.
Bike Taupo
Bike Taupo is a cycling advocacy group, which was formalised in October 2002 to create a community representation for Taupo cyclists. Since then, Bike Taupo has also taken on the building tracks and maintaining tracks across the Taupo region.