Things To Do

Explore Central Plateau

The Central Plateau includes The Great Lake Taupō region and is one of New Zealand's most beautiful lakes, and the largest.

Take a cruise or kayak tour to see Maori rock carvings or try trout fishing on the lake. Or jet boat to the base of Huka Falls with Hukafalls Jet for half an hour of thrills, fun and jet boat excitement along a beautiful river environment, lined with native bush sheer rock cliff faces, the power of Huka Falls, not to mention the adrenalin pumping 360 degree spins. 

Afterward visit the Huka Prawn Park on the Waikato River. There are three NZ Cycle Trail Great Rides close by and Tongariro National Park is just over one hour south.

When visiting Taupō stay at Heritage Collection The Reef Resort or Heritage Collection Anchorage Resort.

Great Lake Taupo

The Taupo region is dominated by New Zealand's largest lake and offers a range of year round water based activities and attractions around the edge of the lake.

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Adventure

Another must-see in Taupo is the spectacular Huka Falls, the most visited natural attraction in New Zealand! They are free to visit, but if you want to get up closer then why not take a jet boat ride or take part in any number of other adventure attractions around the region from bungy jumping to mountain biking.

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Great Lake Trail

The stunning Great Lake Trail follows the shores of beautiful Lake Taupo, New Zealand’s largest lake, from Waihaha to Whakaipo Bay.

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Tongariro National Park

The World Heritage Tongariro National Park is just over a hour south with it three mountains on the volcanic plateau, a summer hiking mecca and winter skiing wonderland.

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