Wharewaka Travel Guide

Taupō

Popular places to visit

Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.

Spa Thermal Park
Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery which includes indigenous culture and art

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery.

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

The Landing Lake Taupō

Enjoy an outing to The Landing Lake Taupo during your stay in Taupō.

The Landing Lake Taupō

Taupō Hot Springs

4/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

Taupō Hot Springs

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

5/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Taupō with a trip to Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in the area.

Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp

A.C. Baths

4/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Taupō with a trip to A.C. Baths. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

A.C. Baths

Things to do

Freefalling above Lake Taupo

Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving

฿6,587
per adult
Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving
Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo

Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo

฿6,412
per adult
Tandem Skydive Experience in Taupo
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

฿974
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise
Lake Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Boat Cruise

Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise

฿1,150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
Huka Falls by Jet Boat

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

฿2,898
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Sail Barbary on Great Lake Taupo

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

฿1,072
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
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Top hotels in Wharewaka

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ฿1,747 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿1,747
฿2,009 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (877 reviews)
"Always love staying here, our go to when in Taupo. Friendly Staff, great food, clean and tidy."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
4.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,666 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
฿1,666
฿1,915 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury holiday park in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Great cabin, clean, warm with good kitchenette and very close to the bathroom. Bathroom was of excellent standard, modern, underfloor heating, very clean."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Oasis Beach Motel
Oasis Beach Motel
4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ฿2,010 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
฿2,010
฿2,312 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Sorted any problems."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Oasis Beach Motel
Hilton Lake Taupo
Hilton Lake Taupo
5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,941 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
฿3,941
฿4,532 total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
Lake Taupo Motor Inn
3.5 out of 5
33 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo
The price is ฿2,672 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿2,672
฿3,073 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"Loved the spa in the suite. Perfect for relaxing"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025

Lake Taupo Motor Inn
Beechtree Motel
Beechtree Motel
4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (833 reviews)
"Great value"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Wharewaka

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Rainbow Point

While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.

Rainbow Point
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Two Mile Bay

While Two Mile Bay may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō.

Two Mile Bay
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Richmond Heights

While Richmond Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Taupō Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupō.

Richmond Heights
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Waipahihi

If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Waipahihi
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Five Mile Bay

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Five Mile Bay. Make a stop by Lake Taupō or Five Mile Bay while you're exploring the area.

Five Mile Bay
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Hilltop

While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.

Hilltop

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