Taupō sits at the heart of the Taupō Volcanic Zone, one of the most active geothermal regions in the world. Here, the earth is constantly shifting and breathing — steam hisses from vents, mineral-rich waters bubble to the surface and silica terraces glow in colours shaped by heat and minerals. For Māori, these places have […]
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The best way to truly connect with Taupō’s wilderness is to lace up your boots or hop on a bike. From gentle lakefront strolls to crater climbs and forested bike trails, Taupō has tracks for every pace and every traveller. Whether you’re chasing views, culture or pure fresh air, these walks and rides bring you
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There’s something quietly magical about hot water meeting the crisp New Zealand air—and Taupō is rich with those experiences. From natural rock pools along Otumuheke Stream to luxurious silica terraces and playful resort springs, this is where warmth, nature, and mana come together. Below are a few of our favourite places to soak, relax and
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With coffee culture such a big part of life in Aotearoa, it’s no surprise that Taupō is packed with cafés that know how to do it right. As Taupō is our closest town, whenever we head that way we like to treat ourselves to a little something special — whether it’s a flat white by
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Camping around Taupō is about more than finding a place to park the van or pitch a tent — it’s about the experiences that come with it. Imagine waking to the sight of mist rolling across the lake, soaking in steaming hot pools after a day of adventure or cooking dinner under a sky full
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Standing at the start of Craters of the Moon, the air around you shifts—footsteps cross raised boardwalks over steaming vents, bubbling mud pools and scorched, ochre-streaked ground. It’s the North Island’s answer to a lunar landscape—alive, evolving and utterly unforgettable. The Story Beneath Your Feet This geothermal wonder sprang to life in the 1950s after
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Taupō is bursting with things to do, from high-energy thrills to peaceful escapes. Adrenaline seekers can throw themselves from the Taupō Bungy or test their nerves on the Cliffhanger Swing, while others might choose a scenic cruise across Lake Taupō, a short walk to a lookout or a soak in the region’s famous hot pools.
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Approaching Huka Falls, your ears catch a low hum that builds into a thunderous roar. The calm waters of Lake Taupō’s outlet are suddenly transformed, churning white and turquoise as they charge through a volcanic gorge before crashing into the river below. It’s a raw display of nature’s power that pulls you in long before
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