| Taupo is one of the most popular destinations in New | | | | many wonders is by kayak. Recreational kayaking is |
| Zealand for visitors. Its popularity is attributed to the | | | | huge in Taupo. You can either hire kayaks to cruise |
| many recreational, geological and urban attractions | | | | around on for fun, or book a tour guide to take you |
| situated in and around Lake Taupo. This small but | | | | out to see the many rapids, volcanic gorges and bay |
| vibrant town is sure to remain imprinted in your | | | | areas. You can even camp overnight with some |
| travelling memory for years to come, with many | | | | tours. |
| visitors returning yearly to holiday or to live | | | | A trip to Taupo is never complete without a visit to |
| permanently. Accommodation options in Taupo are | | | | the mighty Huka Falls. The magnitude of water will |
| endless - from cheap backpacking lodges to exclusive | | | | astound you, as you will be getting up close to the |
| lakeside resorts, Taupo caters to every taste and | | | | falls on an adrenaline pumping jet boat ride. |
| budget. Finding and booking accommodation in Taupo | | | | Whitewater rafting is also a great day's activity that |
| is easy, a quick search online will highlight this; there | | | | is bound to get your heart pumping. If you're not so |
| are simply dozens of lodging options available. | | | | keen on these thrills and spills, there are also fabulous |
| Once you have booked your accommodation in | | | | boat and yacht cruises to enjoy, such as lunch or |
| Taupo, New Zealand you can start to think about | | | | dinner cruise out on the lake. |
| what you would like to do with your time. If you are | | | | Geological Attractions |
| holidaying with your family then you have selected a | | | | The volcanic, thermal and national park areas around |
| super family friendly destination - the kids certainly | | | | Taupo offer fantastic natural sightings and |
| won't have time to moan that they are bored in this | | | | experiences. Steaming cliffs, misty geysers, boiling |
| part of the central north island. Additionally, you will | | | | lakes and bubbling mud pools are some of the |
| be impressed by the number of motels and hotels | | | | sightings you will experience with a visit to Orakei |
| ideal for families. | | | | Korako and the Wairakei Terraces. Your body will |
| Water Activities | | | | thank you when you enjoy a soak in one of the |
| Lake Taupo offers water enthusiasts abundant | | | | many hot mineral springs. The famous Tongariro |
| opportunities when it comes to outdoor water sport | | | | Crossing is a dream come true for both regular hikers |
| activities. Lake Taupo is world famous for its trout | | | | and newbie's - there is a range of hiking tracks and |
| fishing, which you can do anytime of the year. Like | | | | durations available, again with many tour operators |
| the plentiful accommodation options in Taupo, there | | | | willing to lead you on guided day and /or overnight |
| are similarly plenty of fly-fishing guides and boat | | | | tours. |
| charters. You are guaranteed to catch a fish on your | | | | Now it's your turn to find out why Taupo is one of |
| first day and can then enjoy it for dinner later on. | | | | New Zealand's most popular destinations. |
| A truly fantastic way to explore the lake and its | | | | |