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Lake Taupo New Zealand,
Official Website of Destination Lake Taupo.

Land Activities

Famous for adventure

The Lake Taupo region is famous for it’s land based adventure and its many forest, alpine and volcanic treks. The region is becoming a home for day spas and beauty treatment clinics. From experiencing a real kiwi adventure on a quad bike to walking the Tongariro Crossing there’s plenty on offer in this vibrant region. Walk the rainforests, hunt in the Kaimanawa Forest, climb the crater, and fish the famous streams. Taupo land based adventures have plenty of variety. Take a spin on the racetrack while you’re here – it's thrilling fun. Taupo has educational and cultural activites for the young and old.

Formula Challenge

Formula Challenge Race Car

Are you ready for the challenge?

Race a V8 on taupo's newly refurbished state of the art track, then climb into the cockpit of a single seater race car for some Formula style fun. Not one, but two driving adventures, combine for the ultimate day behind the wheel on the country's new premier race track.

Taupo Bungy

Taupo Bungy

Awesome adventure experience

Located in the stunning volcanic Waikato River Valley, Taupo Bungy is considered one of the world’s most spectacular bungy sites. Featuring the world’s first cantilever platform and New Zealand’s first ‘splash cam’ 

 

Bushwalking

Tongariro Crossing

Including NZ's best one day hike

From the famous Tongariro Crossing to many scenic and lush bushwalks, this region offers a raft of stunning treks. Pick up a guide to all our bushwalks and hikes from our local i-SITE Visitor Centre.

Formula Challenge

Formula ChallengeQualmark rating

The complete motorsport experience. For most people, the opportunity to drive a racing car is a distant dream. When you actually drive an F1 style “wings and slicks” Formula Challenge racing car, the experience is unforgettable.

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+64 7 377 0338
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+64 7 377 4635
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anne@fcr.co.nz
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www.fcr.co.nz

Taupo Bungy

Taupo BungyQualmark rating

Join thousands of jumpers from around the world that have taken the plunge with Taupo Bungy. Located just minutes from town and in the Waikato River valley upstream of Huka Falls. Special jump prices available - see www.taupobungy.com

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+64 7 377 1135
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+64 7 377 1136
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jump@taupobungy.co.nz
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www.taupobungy.co.nz

Waipahihi Botanical Reserve

An 85 acre reserve containing alpine and native plants. Well known for its azaleas and rhododendrons.

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+64 7 378 9417
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d.w.rademaker@xtra.co.nz

Mt Ruapehu Summit - Whakapapa Ski Area

Guided walks depart 9.30am during summer from Top of the Bruce Rd.

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+64 7 892 3738
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+64 7 892 3732
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info@mtruapehu.com 
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www.mtruapehu.com

Action Quads and Commando Paintball

Action Quads and Commando Paintball

Action Quads is a great way to have fun with your family and mates, with trails to suit all abilities. Commando Paintball is a great group activity, lots of fun for stag and hen dos! Suitable for all levels of fitness.

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+64 7 377 6507
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www.actionquads.co.nz

Haka Trails - Interactive Maori Heritage Tours

Haka Trails - Interactive Maori Heritage Tours

HAKA TRAILS provides personalised tours designed to give you an insight to local Maori culture and the rich history of the Taupo, Turangi and Tongariro National Park region.

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+64 7 386 6665
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+64 7 386 6676
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info@hakatrails.co.nz
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www.hakatrails.co.nz

Tukino Ski Area

Tukino Ski Area

The 4WD access road turns off the desert road at a signpost about 20km north of Waiouru. It is nine kilometres to the car park and from there 4WD require chains, or it is possible to get picked up at this point.

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+64 7 377 0807
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+64 7 377 2120
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TMCA@tukino.co.nz
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www.snow.co.nz

Taupo Events Centre - Climbing Wall

Taupo Events Centre - Climbing Wall

One of NZ's largest climbing walls. Graded climbs from 11 through to 26 are constantly changed so that the challenge never ends. Qualified instructors are always on hand to offer advice and assist with techniques. Equipment hire is available.

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+64 7 377 3600
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+64 7 377 3609
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tony@taupovenues.co.nz
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www.taupoeventscentre.co.nz

Chris Jolly Outdoors, hunting

Chris Jolly Outdoors, hunting

Red, Sika and fallow deer, wild boar and turkey hunting. ‘Fair chase’ hunts and guaranteed hunts in safari type parks.

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+64 7 378 0623
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+64 7 378 9458
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chrisj@chrisjolly.co.nz
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www.chrisjolly.co.nz

Walking Places

Walking Places

Join our knowledgeable, caring guides, and enjoy the benefits of a trip tailored to your needs, your time here, and the weather. Gain insights into the landscape, its history, and its people, and may be explore some of the lesser visited areas.

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info@walkingplaces.co.nz
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www.walkingplaces.co.nz

Formula Challenge Racing