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Taupo Attractions 

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Taupo offers a wide range of attractions and tours for all ages and interests. Take a guided scenic tour of the region including our iconic natural attractions or for some relaxed family fun. Call in to meet Shawn at the regions famous Huka Prawn Park. We have 100% pure honey, a fantastic Volcanic Activity Centre and the countries own Tongariro Trout Centre. Fantastic for both young and old. Call in and visit native New Zealand timber specialists NZ Woodcraft or take a cultural journey and visit the Taupo Museum and the famous Gold medal winning Ora Garden.

The indoor rockwall is a fabulous option in all weather along with the stunning aquatic facilities at the AC Baths. Plenty to do come rain or shine. A variety of options in all seasons.

All prices subject to change. Seasonal rates may apply.

Huka Prawn Park

Huka Prawn Park

Come and visit Shawn

New Zealand’s only Prawn Fishing Park offering hours of fun for the entire family. Over 6 hectares of entertainment and a fabulous Riverside Restaurant with breathtaking views.

AC Baths

AC Baths

Pure Fun for all the family

Ride the hydroslide, take a dip in the thermally heated pools or relax in the outdoor environment. Fine weather, wet weather doesn't matter it's all happening at the AC Baths whatever the weather, whenever the season.

Events Capital of NZ

Select Taupo for Events

We are heralded as the events capital of New Zealand and can guarantee there is always something different to see and do when you visit Taupo.

A C Baths

$3 NZD - $7 NZD Taupo
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A C Baths Ave
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+64 7 376 0350
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+64 7 376 0359
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A C Baths

Lake Taupos premier hot thermal pools! Poolside café, private mineral pools with personal garden, 2 hydro slides, indoor/outdoor active leisure pool, indoor competition pool, outdoor training pool, sauna and covered learn to swim pool.


100% Pure New Zealand Ora Garden

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Taupo Museum, Story Place
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+64 7 376 0414
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100% Pure New Zealand Ora Garden

Pure Ora Garden-Garden of Wellbeing, located at the Taupo Museum. The garden won gold at the Chelsea Flower Show in London and is based around a Maori Legend about mythical guardians of the land.


Huka Prawn Park

$8 NZD - $70 NZD Taupo
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Wairakei Park
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+64 7 374 8474
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+64 7 374 8063
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0800 NZPRAWN
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Huka Prawn Park

Shawn the Prawn will lead you on an exciting adventure through the world of the prawn. Hand feed the baby prawns, fish for the fiesty prawns, and feast on fresh prawns.


The Squeeze (New Zealand River Jet)

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Cnr Tutukau Street & SH5
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+64 7 348 3531
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The Squeeze (New Zealand River Jet)

This adventure will challenge, excite and create fantastic, everlasting memories. Begining with a scenic jet boat ride through Tutukau Gorge, then disembark into knee deep warm water, head to a gap in the cliff face and start the challenge of the Squeeze.


The Mighty River Six

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Lake Taupo
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+64 7 348 5861
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+64 7 348 5826
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Let Mighty River 6 put together an itinerary to give you the ultimate taste of Lake Taupo. Contact Marinus. Mighty River 6 consists of Taupos Floatplane, Jet Boating, Kiwi Charters, Taupo Quad Adventures, Distant Waters and Orakei Korako


The Honey Hive

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Huka Falls Loop Rd
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+64 7 374 8553
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+64 7 374 8448
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The Honey Hive

Honey visitor centre. If the bees make it, we stock it. 100% pure honeys, gifts and souvenirs, bee-based products, cafe, interactive displays about bees and things.


Taupo Mini Golf

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Northcroft St
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+64 7 377 1086
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+64 7 377 1086

18-hole mini golf course centrally located on the lakefront with wonderful scenic views. Open daily from 9am.


Aratiatia Rapids

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Wairakei Tourist Park

At Aratiatia dam, 10km north of Taupo on the Waikato River. Water released daily: Winter (April 1 - Sep 30) 1000, 1200, 1400; Summer (Oct 1 - Mar 31) 1000, 1200, 1400, 1600.


PureORAwalks

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+64 21 042 2722
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PureORAwalks

pureORAwalks - an informative, educational eco-cultural experience. pureORAwalks offer an insight into the spectacular scenery and historical aspects of our forests, including cultural components and track interpretation by Maori guides.


Paradise Tours

$45 NZD - $195 NZD Taupo
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PO Box 915
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+64 7 378 9955
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+64 7 378 8899
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Paradise Tours

Taupo's leading local tour company offering guided scenic tours of the top attractions in the Taupo area. Small group tours and exclusive charters(scheduled or customised). Conference transport, partners activity programmes, and transfers.