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The beautiful Lake Taupo and areas surrounding is renowned not only for its breathtaking beauty, but the many activities and attractions it has on offer. Such as the many sporting events that are held here, fishing tours on the famous lake, hitting the slopes on Mt Ruapehu, walking through the geothermal parks, taking in the beautiful scenery on walks and hikes around the lake or adrenalin pumping activities such as Bungy jumping, Skydiving, Jet Boats and much more!
It’s safe to say there’s never a dull moment here in this stunning part of our country.
Here’s some more about activities to keep you occupied while in Taupo!
Shopping & Cafes
The town of Taupo is relaxed and friendly, the range of local shops plus the national brand stores mixed with boutique specialty shops makes it an experience in itself./and offering a wide range of restaurants, both outdoor and indoor cafès, art galleries and shops.
Kura Gallery | The Merchant of Taupo | Evolution Clothing
Fishing
There is no doubt that Lake Taupo boosts some of the most beautiful rivers and streams in the world. Rainbow and Brown Trout fishing is exceptional, an experience seldom seen anywhere else. Guiding trips and charters can be easily arranged for personal tuition or for a large group. By helicopter, boat, or Quad bike, a once in a lifetime moment awaits you!!
Chris Jolly Outdoors | Fishing In Taupo | All Fly
Adventure
The Taupo area offers many exciting outdoor adventures. Try gliding, tandem sky diving, rafting, kayaking, sailing, 4-wheel driving (off-road), mountain biking, snow boarding or skiing, abseiling, bungy jumping, a rope assault course, rock climbing, jet boating, parasailing, water skiing, horseback riding, to name a few.
4play, the ultimate adrenalin combo | Taupo Tandem Skydive | Helistar Helicopters
Sailing
Sail and feel the history of a genuine 1920's 50 foot ocean going yacht, a beautifully crafted wooden masterpiece once owned by Errol Flynn and now sailed in the 21st century by experienced skipper David Nesbitt.
The Barbary | Taupo Sailing Centre
Golf
Choose from the world-renowned Wairakei International Golf Club, Taupo Golf Club, Centennial or Tauhara Golf courses - all within a 15-minute drive from the township of Taupo
Wairakei Golf Course | Taupo Golf Course
Hiking/Walking
There are literally dozens of hikes available including around the lake, along the rivers, native bush and mountain trails. Maps for these hikes are available form the Taupo Information Centre on Tongariro Street.
Unguided Walks and Hikes
Thermal Volcanic
The Lake Taupo region is part of the Taupo Volcanic Zone. A volcanic wonderland stretching from White Island to the Tongariro National Park. Within this area you’ll see spectacular steaming cliffs, geysers, boiling lakes, bubbling mud pools and floating rocks called pumice. Visit Orakei Korako, one of the best thermal areas left in the world or the Wairakei Terraces, a re-creation of the famous silica terraces, destroyed in a volcanic eruption.
Wairakei Terraces | Craters of the Moon | Volcanic Activity Centre
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