Taupo

On a stunning lake the size of Singapore.

4.3

out of 5

Known as the “Adventure Capital of the World”, Taupo is a place where you can truly do it all. With world-class skiing and snowboarding in winter, and an abundance of activities including jet boating, mountain biking and hiking available year-round, there’s something for everyone. The town is set on the shores of Lake Taupo, the largest lake in New Zealand, and is surrounded by volcanoes, forests and rolling hills. Whether you’re looking for a adrenaline-fuelled adventure or a relaxing break by the lake, Taupo is the perfect place to explore everything New Zealand has to offer.

Average temperatures during the day in Taupo.

April

13°

May

9°

Jun

7°

Jul

7°

Aug

8°

Sep

9°

Oct

12°

Nov

14°

Dec

16°

Jan

17°

Feb

17°

Mar

16°

Average temperatures during the day in Taupo.

What to do in Taupo

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Leave the coastline behind and go inland for a while. In the middle of the northern island you can spend some time in Taupo. Search for the closest mountain bike renting place and go into the forests close by. It is a bit uphill, but five kilometers of biking or hiking takes you to Huka falls.

There you will see thousands of litres of water per second at an incredible speed going down over the 11 meter high waterfall. A sunny day you should definitely bring a meal and find a nice place by the water to have a break. If you want to continue with another day of adventure, or even several days in a row, you can always go around Lake Taupo as well.

This is far from the only adventure nearby. Another thing worth exploring is the geothermal phenomena in Taupo, something that can be explored in different ways. Why not visit the Craters of the moon, a geothermal valley with clouds of steam sweeping over the boiling ground? Or if you want to rest a bit during the time, then Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa could be even better.