Lake Taupo
Lake Taupo is the largest fresh water lake in the southern hemisphere. Lake Taupo surrounded by beautiful forests, volcanic mountains and snowy peaks in winter is a hub for events and activities year round. There are many activities centered on and around Lake Taupo and the numerous tributaries that feed into it. World-class trout fishing, scenic cruises, kayaking, sailing, white water rafting, wakeboarding and summer time swimming are all popular with locals and visitors alike. The Great Lake Taupo area really is nature’s ultimate playground. The stunning vistas, lake-front cafes and the ever sought after New Zealand geothermal hot springs further making it a wonderful place to relax and escape busy city life.
Lake Taupo is the caldera of a large volcano which began erupting about 300,000 years ago and has produced two of the world’s most violent eruptions in recent times; the Oruauni Eruption and the Taupo Eruption. For geologists, Lake Taupo is one of the world's most formidable volcanoes and scientists are on constant lookout for the warning signs that herald the next big eruption. more
However, for most New Zealanders and overseas visitors, Lake Taupo is one big, beautiful lake and hugely popular for boating and fishing. In fact it is known as the world’s trout fishing capital. Fly fishing is allowed on all of the rivers flowing into the lake, as well as on the lake itself.
Accommodation in Taupo is widely available and includes hotels, motels, bed and breakfast accommodation, apartments, lodges, holiday homes, backpacker and campgrounds.
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ALPINE LAKE MOTOR LODGE - Taupo
ALPINE LAKE MOTOR LODGE - Taupo
Conveniently located close to the town centre, and the majestic shores of Lake Taupo. We have a range of accommodation options to suit all requirements. Our motel unit range includes large studios with private courtyards, spa baths and super-king size beds to Corporate Studios with special rates for business travellers. We also have family units and units suitable for groups.
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- +64 7 378 0899
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- 0800 400 141 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 141 Heuheu Street, Taupo, New Zealand
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BOULEVARD WATERS MOTOR LODGE - Taupo
BOULEVARD WATERS MOTOR LODGE - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - Experience the best of Lake Taupo accommodation in one of our 10 boutique motel rooms. Corporate travellers, families and couples will love our rooms which all featuring king size beds, free Wi-Fi, My Sky Guest Select 50+ channels, in-room spas, under-floor central heating and kitchen facilities, and of course unobstructed lake views. Enjoy our quiet accommodation on Lake Taupo.
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- +64 7 377 3395
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- 0800 541 541 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 215 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
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CASCADES LAKEFRONT MOTEL - Taupo
CASCADES LAKEFRONT MOTEL - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - Beside beautiful Lake Taupo. Step out from your apartment onto the beach and enjoy the unrestricted views across the lake. Affordable family and studio units. Facilities include outdoor heated swimming pool, spa, trampoline, BBQ's, bike, kayak and paddle board hire, Petfriendly on approval, parking room for boats, breakfast including gluten-free options. Family unit sleep7. Free wireless Internet, self-catering facilities.
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- +64 7 378 3774
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- +64 21 0860 6895
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- 303 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
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CRATERS OF THE MOON - Taupo
CRATERS OF THE MOON - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - Craters of the Moon is a walk with a difference; a unique and memorable experience for young and old. Bubbling craters and steam vents, explosion craters and colourful soils. Explore geothermal areas often wreathed in clouds of steam from the heat just below your feet!
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- +64 276 564 684
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- 171 Karapiti Rd, Taupo, New Zealand
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DUNALISTAIR HOUSE - Taupo
DUNALISTAIR HOUSE - Taupo
Luxury 4 bedroom holiday home and retreat located at Kinloch Club, Lake Taupo. Dunalistair House offers an impressive stay full of comfort features. No expense spared in creating a lavish and comfortable award-winning home. Just minutes from Lake Taupo this property caters up to 8 guests. Excellent location for weddings. The Jack Nicklaus designed golf course tops off your stay.
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- +64 7 377 8577
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- 44 The Fairways, RD1, Waikato, 3377, New Zealand
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EZYFISHING CHARTERS - Bay of Plenty
EZYFISHING CHARTERS - Bay of Plenty
A Kiwi Bay of Plenty Fishing, mussel farm fishing, and Hunting business that lets you choose between saltwater or freshwater fishing or local hunting. Novice or experienced. Lindsay will teach and share his childhood passion in and around Whakatane, White Island, Whale or Raurimu Islands and Rotorua and Taupo Lakes. Trout, Snapper, Kingfish, all gear supplied.
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- +64 27 485 5391
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- 0800 454 699 (0800 4 LINZY) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Whakatane, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
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MILLENNIUM HOTEL AND RESORT MANUELS - Taupo
MILLENNIUM HOTEL AND RESORT MANUELS - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - Boasting a spellbinding lake edge location, with uninterrupted views of the magnificent lake and mountains from accommodation rooms, restaurants and bar areas. The hotel is luxuriously furnished with an ambience and art collection to delight all visitors. Restaurants offer superb award-winning cuisine, while three conference venues can cater for meetings, events and weddings.
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- +64 7 378 5110
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- 0800 555 511 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 243 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, New Zealand
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MOTUTERE BAY TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK - Lake Taupo
MOTUTERE BAY TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK - Lake Taupo
Mobile-friendly - The only park right on the shores of the most picturesque, freshwater lake in the world. Bring your dog and pitch the family tent, park the caravan, launch the boat, enjoy the family and create memories. Take a moment and enjoy the fishing, drive to the snow or drop those skis in the water, or stroll along the water's edge.
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- +64 7 386 8963
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- 0800 668 229 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 2819 State Highway 1, RD 2, Turangi, New Zealand
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OASIS RESORT - Taupo
OASIS RESORT - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - Fabulous lakefront property sure to delight the whole family. On the shores of Lake Taupo with outstanding views of the lake and mountains. Enjoy our large heated swimming pool, indoor or outdoor spas, play tennis, or take a beautiful scenic walk along the water's edge. Two adjacent restaurants. Facilities to accommodate everyone, including conference facilities.
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- +64 7 378 9339
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- 0800 555 378 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 241 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, New Zealand
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ORCHARD VIEW HOMESTAY AND B&B - Taupo
ORCHARD VIEW HOMESTAY AND B&B - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - Orchard View homestay and camping; situated in picturesque surroundings just five minutes from Kinloch village with its beautiful beaches and activities. We now offer pitches for your tents, camper vans. Or why not try our easy camping: we supply tent and all your bedding, linen and basic cooking essentials. Glamping yurt available.
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- +64 21 141 4607
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- 35 Hurunui Lane, Kinloch, Taupo, New Zealand
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SACRED WATERS APARTMENTS - Lake Taupo
SACRED WATERS APARTMENTS - Lake Taupo
Mobile-friendly - Sacred Waters is guaranteed waterfront magic on the edge of crystal clear Lake Taupo. From the magnificent 180-degree views to the exquisite internal water features, Sacred Waters will impress you with its attention to detail. Gymnasium, heated lap-pool and more. 5-Star Rated. Free WiFi, 50+ SkyTV Channels and thermal hottub in each apartment. Book direct for the BEST ONLINE RATES!!
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- +64 7 376 1400
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- 0800 722 733 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 221-225 Lake Terrace, Waipahihi, Taupo, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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TAUPO'S FLOAT PLANE - Taupo
TAUPO'S FLOAT PLANE - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - Taupo's Float Plane is one of the top things to do in Taupo. Enjoy a unique flightseeing experience over Tongariro National Park, the Bay of Plenty and, of course, Great Lake Taupo. We have a great selection of options and packages for experiencing one of NZ's most scenic regions. Highly experienced flight-crew for your comfort and total confidence.
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- +64 7 378 7500
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- PO Box 238, Taupo, New Zealand
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WAIPAHIHI BOTANICAL RESERVE - Lake Taupo
WAIPAHIHI BOTANICAL RESERVE - Lake Taupo
Waipahihi Botanical Reserve is an amazing garden built with love, and is also a fun Taupo walk. Situated high on a hill, Waipahihi Botanical Reserve has spectacular views over Great Lake Taupo to the mountains of the Tongariro National Park. The reserve is a free Taupo activity and was established in 1966.
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WHAREWAKA LODGE - Taupo
WHAREWAKA LODGE - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - Wharewaka Lodge is an eco-friendly, luxury lakeside bed and breakfast nestled on the eastern edge of Lake Taupo. Each room features a tiled en suite bathroom with separate shower and bath, private balcony, sitting area with desk, wireless broadband internet, fridge with complimentary wines, juices, specialty teas, filter coffee, herbal toiletries and beautiful cotton bed linen designed for Wharewaka Lodge.
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- +64 7 378 8169
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- +64 21 905 640
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- 87 Wharewaka Road, Four Mile Bay, Taupo, New Zealand
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WINDSOR MOTEL - Waitahanui
WINDSOR MOTEL - Waitahanui
Mobile-friendly - Windsor Motel offers a range of accommodation including 8 two-bedroom self-contained units, fisherman's cabins and 28 powered campsites. Shop, kitchen, laundry, toilets and showers. Located in park-like grounds across the highway from Lake Taupo and approx 10kms to Taupo township. Great fly-fishing base. Our motel is centrally located and is a great stop-over point between Wellington and Auckland.
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- +64 7 376 9080
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- +64 21 676 401
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- 147 State Highway 1, Waitahanui, Taupo Town District, New Zealand
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XQUIZIT - Rotorua
XQUIZIT - Rotorua
Mobile-friendly - We are a small owner-operated company offering you a private and personalised tour, so you too can share our beautiful country which we are so proud of. We can be flexible too. You let us know what your interests are and we can suggest the appropriate tour for you: sightseeing, cultural, fishing and golfing... Airport transfers are also available.
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- +64 7 349 2564
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- +64 27 475 2298
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- 0800 89 LIMO (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 4100, Rotorua, New Zealand
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'Glass Half Full' by Aida Smith
'Glass Half Full' is the debut exhibition of Kaitoke artist Aida Smith. A self proclaimed home-body, Aida's latest creations focus on themes of domestic life. She prefers to paint in the serene hours of early morning, ...
Where: Deciduus & Santie , Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 4/22 Marama Arcade, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 10:00am on Tuesday 4th June 2024
To: 4:00pm on Tuesday 18th June 2024
Wings of Aotearoa
Wings of Aotearoa, Artworks by Steve Harris and Jennifer Cook-Battersby. Steve Harris Self-taught realist painter Steve Harris was born in Dunedin and although he has painted all his life, it was not until 1977 that ...
Where: Lava Glass Sculpture Garden, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 165 State Highway 5, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 9:00am on Saturday 13th April 2024
To: 5:00pm on Saturday 13th July 2024
Know Your E-Bike
This workshop is aimed at adults who want to gain confidence riding their e-bike. Qualified instructors will teach participants bike control, including using gears and brakes, so they can ride capably on shared ...
Where: Taupo Community Park, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: Titiraupenga Street, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 5:00pm on Wednesday 20th March 2024
To: 11:30am on Sunday 1st December 2024
Poker Night – Texas Hold'em Tournament
New Players Always Very Welcome..... Beginners | Intermediate | Advanced... All Poker Players Welcome! 6pm Start.... Rego Open from 5.15pm Early Bird Chip (5000) cuts off at 6pm, when the game starts. Free 10,000 ...
Where: Finn's Bistro and Beer Garden, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 10 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 6:00pm on Tuesday 14th May 2024
To: 9:30pm on Tuesday 25th February 2025
Midday Concert Series
June’s midday concert musical surprise spotlights Matthew Chanwai performing on the cello and organ. The concert is one of a few planned opportunities for Matthew to perform before he heads to the United Kingdom ...
Where: St Andrew's Anglican Church, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 91 Titiraupenga St, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 12:00pm on Friday 14th June 2024
To: 1:00pm on Friday 14th June 2024
80's Super Band 'Love Shack': CANCELLED
Not to be missed, New Zealand's 80's super group 'Love Shack' are bringing their 80's party to the Great Lake Theatre, Taupo 15th June. Doors from 7pm, Show starts at 8pm. Come and party with Love Shack as they ...
Where: Great Lake Centre, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 5 Story Place, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 8:00pm on Saturday 15th June 2024
To: 11:59pm on Saturday 15th June 2024
Aquaponic Workshop
This Aquaponic workshop is perfect for beginners looking to gain a solid foundation in Aquaponics, as well as experienced Aquaponics enthusiasts seeking to deepen their knowledge and hone their skills. Don't miss this ...
Where: Tongariro National Trout Centre, Tūrangi, Lake Taupo
Address: State Highway 1, Tūrangi, Lake Taupo
From: 10:30am on Saturday 15th June 2024
To: 2:30pm on Saturday 15th June 2024
The Possum Night Trail Run
Join us for a night of fun and adventure! Grab a headlamp, some friends or family and get ready for the unique experience that is the Possum! With 5km, 12km and 21km run and walk options there is something for ...
Where: Wairakei Resort, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: State Highway 1, Wairakei, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 5:00pm on Saturday 15th June 2024
To: 10:00pm on Saturday 15th June 2024
Taa E Kōrero Ana - Marks That Speak
Taa e kōrero ana - Marks that speak Taa e kōrero ana, is a compelling exhibition of new works and explorations by Vanessa Wairata Edwards. This body of work is the visual component of Vanessa’s final year ...
Where: Taupo Museum, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 4 Story Place, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 10:00am on Saturday 15th June 2024
To: 4:30pm on Sunday 28th July 2024
He Tāhei Poananga
'He Tāhei Poananga' is an acknowledgement of the rising of Puanga, which rises ahead of the appearance of Matariki. Puanga guides the kāhui whetū Matariki along with other stars as they rise in the night sky. With the ...
Where: Taupo Museum, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 4 Story Place, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 10:00am on Saturday 15th June 2024
To: 4:30pm on Sunday 28th July 2024