Taupo
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The Great Lake Taupo region is 'Nature's Ultimate Playground’, centrally located in the middle of the North Island, it's an adventure and sporting mecca and a nature-lover's paradise. The region is one of New Zealand's top tourist destinations with beautiful forests, volcanic mountains and the stunning Lake Taupo. It is the adventure capital of the North Island with jet boating, bungy jumping, mountain biking, snow activities in winter and sky diving on offer. Experience the raw beauty of the dual World Heritage area of Tongariro National Park on one of the many walks or simply relax in one of the region’s geothermal hot springs.
Taupo is a popular tourist resort town, nestled on the banks of Lake Taupo. Taupo offers world class fishing and boating. If you prefer more land based activities there's plenty of walks, biking tracks, golf, geothermal attractions and hot pools. more
The powerful beauty of the volcanic landscape that surrounds Taupo provides a dramatic backdrop to everything you do here and Mt Doom from the Lord of The Rings trilogy features in the background to Taupo.
Highlights around Taupo include the Tongariro National Park, the Orakei Korako Geyserland, the mighty Waikato River, Turangi (the North Island's trout fishing capital) and the amazing Huka Falls.
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AC BATHS - Taupo
AC BATHS - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - We offer a huge linked outdoor/indoor leisure pool—swim in both without leaving the warmth of the thermally heated water. Also: kids toddler areas, two hydro slides, tarzan swim, bombing zone, inflatable pool toys, private thermal mineral pools, sauna cafe and barbecue areas. Ideal in any weather. Taupo thermal swimming complex the whole family can enjoy.
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- +64 7 376 0350
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- 26 AC Baths Avenue, Taupo, New Zealand
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ADVENTURE OUTDOORS - Tongariro
ADVENTURE OUTDOORS - Tongariro
Tongariro Alpine Crossing guided tours - Winter / Summer (sunrise). Hike by torch light under the moon & stars to the highest point of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing to watch the sunrise. Inflatable raft and kayaking tours - half-day heaps of fun! Whakapapa & Whanganui River. School camps - group activities & camp safety management. Caving.
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- +64 7 892 2778
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- +64 27 242 7209
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- 0800 386 925 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 120, National Park, Ruapehu, New Zealand
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ALL SEASONS HOLIDAY PARK & MOTELS - Taupo
ALL SEASONS HOLIDAY PARK & MOTELS - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - A great kiwi holiday spot and 20 minutes' walk into the Taupo Town Centre. Free hot thermal plunge pool for all-year-round relaxation, children's playground, TV and games rooms, BBQ and spa pool. Charter boat for fishing and sightseeing. Easy access to ski fields, boating, fishing, bungy jump, tramping and thermal wonders.
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- +64 7 378 4272
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- 0800 777 272 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 16 Rangatira Street, Taupo 3330, New Zealand
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AMAZING NEW ZEALAND - The Itinerary Specialist
AMAZING NEW ZEALAND - The Itinerary Specialist
New Zealand based consultancy creating innovative and imaginative self-drive or chauffeur-driven itineraries tailored to your own requirements, whether it be an occasional game of golf or an itinerary with a game of golf every day. We can offer you great diversity to take you off the beaten track and away from the mass tourism to experience the REAL New Zealand.
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- +64 9 428 4668
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- 66 Beauvoir Ave, Matakatia, Whangaparaoa, Auckland, New Zealand
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ANGLERS PARADISE MOTEL - Taupo
ANGLERS PARADISE MOTEL - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - We extend a warm welcome to you from Anglers Paradise Motel. Just moments from the world's best trout fishing on the Tongariro River or Lake Taupo delta, and minutes' drive from New Zealand's largest ski fields and the famous walking tracks of Tongariro National Park. Quiet, private, spacious fully serviced suites, heated swimming pool and hot spa. On-site Restaurant.
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- +64 7 386 8980
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- 0800 500 039 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 57 Raukura Street, Turangi, New Zealand
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A PLUS LODGE - Turangi
A PLUS LODGE - Turangi
Mobile-friendly - A Plus Lodge Turangi is set on an acre of of landscaped grounds and gardens in a quiet central location. We offer budget backpacker accommodation close to the world famous Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupo, and about 35 minutes' drive to Whakapapa ski-area. The Whakapapa ski-field and Tongariro Alpine Crossing shuttle bus leaves from outside. $5 Unlimited WiFi.
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- +64 7 386 8979
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- 41 Iwiheke Place, Turangi, New Zealand
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AROHA NEW ZEALAND TOURS - Nationwide
AROHA NEW ZEALAND TOURS - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - Aroha Luxury New Zealand Tours is at the forefront of authentic, personalized luxury travel. Our expert team curate customized itineraries that will delight you. Leave your cares behind and relax in the unique blend of luxury accommodation that we arrange for your indulgence. Experience our spectacularly beautiful landscapes while participating in an incredible range of outdoor activities.
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- +64 21 890 611
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- 539C Key Road, RD1, Tokoroa 3491, New Zealand
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AUCKLAND ADVENTURES - Auckland
AUCKLAND ADVENTURES - Auckland
Unique customised tours for any size group. Choose any combination of adventure. Our daily adventures operate on the West Coast of Auckland at Muriwai—a spectacular beach. Mountain bike, wilderness adventures as well as sightseeing, winery and orchard tours. Group adventures include: abseiling, camping, team building weekends and skiing packages.
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- +64 9 379 4545
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- +64 27 485 5856 or +64 21 883 623
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- Milford, Auckland, New Zealand
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AVIS RENT A CAR - Nationwide
AVIS RENT A CAR - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - Discover what you've been missing with New Zealand's most trusted car rental brand, offering a wide range of late model cars, 4WDs and vans, available from more than 40 convenient locations nationwide. Avis rentals also include unlimited kilometres, free standard insurance, and 24-hour breakdown service from AA Roadside Assistance. You can also earn Airpoints Dollars™ when renting with Avis.
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- +64 9 526 2800
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- 800 655 111 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 40 Branches throughout New Zealand
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BACKYARD TOURS - Turangi Tongariro
BACKYARD TOURS - Turangi Tongariro
Mobile-friendly - Tēnā Koutou Katoa, Nau mai Hāere mai.
Let us drive you to your next destination with providing excellent friendly customer service with local personality of knowledge. Enjoy our natural environment having photo opportunities along your journey; surrounding the Tongariro National Park, Mt Ruapehu, Whakapapa Village, Taupo and Turangi areas. Accommodation, Airport, Train or Bus transfers. Come on, let’s GO!
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- +64 7 386 5322
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- +64 22 314 2656
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- Central Plateau, North Island, New Zealand
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BASE TAUPO - Taupo
BASE TAUPO - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - The brand new Base Taupo is a purpose built, luxury budget hostel with an ideal central location with stunning views of Lake Taupo and the surrounding mountains. Just seconds from the lake front and transportation, cafes and shops are at your doorstep. Base Taupo is designed with the traveller in mind.
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- +64 7 377 4464
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- 0800 BASE NZ (0800 227 369) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 7 Tuwharetoa Street, Taupo, New Zealand
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BAYCOURT LAKEFRONT MOTEL - Taupo
BAYCOURT LAKEFRONT MOTEL - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - Taupo Motel just 10 minutes stroll from town with range of modern, warm, spacious rooms, to rest and relax from your Taupo activities and experiences. All our Taupo motel accommodation is fully self-contained with separate lounge. 7 rooms feature spa bath. Book through the link on this page, get complimentary breakfast per-person each night you stay. 50+ Sky TV Channels.
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- +64 7 377 2420
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- 0800 555 626 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 104 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
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BELLA VISTA MOTEL - Taupo
BELLA VISTA MOTEL - Taupo
Mobile-friendly - From the moment you arrive you'll enjoy the comfort of modern rooms and convenience of being located in close proximity to the Taupo town centre. We cater superbly well for all your business or recreational needs. Our complex includes studios through to larger one-bedroom units. We guarantee to provide a delightful and memorable stay for all our guests.
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- +64 7 378 9043
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- 0800 235 528 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 145 Heuheu Street, Taupo, New Zealand
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Oktoberfest Buffet
Wairakei Resort Head Chef Matthias Kramer is bringing some of his favourites dishes from his homeland to Taupo. Every Saturday this October you can visit Wairakei Resort’s Pavilion Restaurant for the new Oktoberfest ...
Where: Wairakei Resort, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: State Highway 1, Wairakei, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 6:00pm on Saturday 6th October 2018
To: 9:00pm on Saturday 27th October 2018
Graffiato: Taupo Street Art Festival 2018
The Graffiato: Taupo Street Art Festival brings together some of the world’s best street artists over Labour weekend every year to transform the town’s walls. The first street art festival of its kind in New ...
Where: Taupo Town Centre, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 32 Roberts St, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 9:00am on Saturday 20th October 2018
To: 5:00pm on Monday 22nd October 2018
The Original Gypsy Fair – Est'd 1990
For almost thirty years The Original Gypsy Fair has been travelling NZ and we will be back in Taupo at the Tongariro domain over Labour weekend, for our Fifth fair of the 2018-2019 season. As always we will be ...
Where: Tongariro North Domain, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: Tongariro Street, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 9:00am on Saturday 20th October 2018
To: 5:00pm on Monday 22nd October 2018
Taupo Market
The Taupo Market - every Saturday* - morning, rain or shine, ever-changing – with lots of regular favourites. ‘Volcanic’ coffee, pies and fries, pastries and juice, fresh fruit and veggies, free range eggs and ...
Where: Riverside Park & Unison Amphitheatre, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: Redoubt Street, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 9:00am on Saturday 6th January 2018
To: 1:00pm on Saturday 29th December 2018
Suzhou - Faith and Life 618AD - 1279AD
To celebrate Taupo's 10th Anniversary with sister city Suzhou, China, Taupo Museum is proud to host this world-class exhibition. The exhibition features treasures from the Tang and Song Dynasties, including artefacts ...
Where: Taupo Museum, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 4 Story Place, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 10:00am on Friday 31st August 2018
To: 4:30pm on Sunday 11th November 2018
Kinloch Market
Kinloch Market is a once a year event on Labour weekend Sunday 21st. Lyn Lealand a local of 28 years has run this event now for 15 years. Contact Lyn on 0211628393 or email - Lyn.lealand@gmail.com. The market is ...
Where: Kinloch Domain, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: Kinloch Rd, Kinloch, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 8:00am on Sunday 21st October 2018
To: 3:00pm on Sunday 21st October 2018
Mulligan's World Famous Quiz Night
If you are in Taupo on Tuesday - Do not miss this! The World famous Mulligan's Quiz Night in Taupo. Lots of fun. - Pub Quiz - Test you knowledge. - Fun games - Dance on the floor with DJ after quiz. - Food & ...
Where: Mulligans Bar, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 15 Tongariro Street, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 9:00pm on Tuesday 13th February 2018
To: 12:00am on Wednesday 3rd April 2019
Youth Base
Do you know what you want to do when you leave school? Are you work-ready? Do you have a CV? If not do you want help with this? If you do have a CV do you want an employer to check it for you? Are you confident with ...
Where: Toi Ohomai - Taupo Campus, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 118 Heuheu St, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 4:00pm on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
To: 5:30pm on Tuesday 23rd October 2018
Chinese Massage
Chinese Massage: Shufei Chinese Massage offers traditional treatments for aches, pains, injury, stress, and tension. Massage aids with blood circulation and energy. As part of Suzhou – Faith and Life, Chinese massage ...
Where: Taupo Museum, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 4 Story Place, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 10:00am on Tuesday 4th September 2018
To: 12:30pm on Tuesday 6th November 2018
Chinese Language & Culture Classes
Take this opportunity to learn about Chinese language and culture in a fun and friendly environment. No.1 China Restaurant is offering this conversational language course as a unique opportunity to learn a few handy ...
Where: No.1 China Restaurant, Taupo, Lake Taupo
Address: 8 Northcroft St, Taupo, Lake Taupo
From: 6:30pm on Wednesday 5th September 2018
To: 8:30pm on Wednesday 24th October 2018
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