Tauhara Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Barbette Siller
Photo by Barbette Siller
Photo by Tim Thomas
Photo by Tim Thomas

Popular places to visit

Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

5/5(4 reviews)

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

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

Taupo Museum and Art Gallery

4/5(38 reviews)

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

Taupo Museum and Art Gallery

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

4/5(36 reviews)

Explore the campus of Wairakei Geothermal Power Station during your stay in Taupo. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

A.C. Baths

4.5/5(108 reviews)

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

A.C. Baths

Maori Carvings

4.5/5(73 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Taupo when you stop by Maori Carvings. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Maori Carvings

Golf Club Taupo

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Taupo at Golf Club Taupo. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

Golf Club Taupo

Activities

Taupo Private Geothermal Bike Tour

Taupo Private Geothermal Bike Tour

AU$2,178
Per adult
Taupo Private Geothermal Bike Tour
Jet-boating on the Waikato River

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo

AU$135
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo
Solo Parasailing Adventure over Lake Taupo

Parasailing Adventure over Lake Taupo

AU$126
Per adult
Parasailing Adventure over Lake Taupo
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

AU$122
Per adult
Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour
Sail Barbary on Great Lake Taupo

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

AU$50
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
Kayak to the Maori Rock Carvings

Half-Day Kayak to the Maori Rock Carvings in Lake Taupo

AU$136
Per adult
Half-Day Kayak to the Maori Rock Carvings in Lake Taupo
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Our pick of the best Tauhara Hotel Deals

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
3 out of 5
281 Spa Rd, Taupo, Waikato
The price is AU$77 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
AU$77
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free parking, a business center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (472 reviews)
"We get a mini bath tub for relax and surrounding"

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Grandeur Thermal Spa Resort
Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
3 out of 5
41 Centennial Drive, Taupo
Stay at this 3-star golf motel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Golf Club Taupo and A.C. Baths are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (159 reviews)
Best family resort in NZ
"This resort with out a doubt has to be the best family resort in NZ! The pool is incredible, the 2brm motel style room is stylish but functional."

Reviewed on 28 May 2020

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Lake Taupo Holiday Resort
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo
3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is AU$87 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$87
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (669 reviews)
"I liked the unit I was in as it had the basics, well priced and a bath."

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo
Wairakei Resort Taupo
4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is AU$162 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Enjoyed the hot mineral pools. The veranda outside our room allowed us to have a nice morning coffee, even while it was raining."

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakeland Resort Taupo
Lakeland Resort Taupo
3 out of 5
282 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is AU$170 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Location good. Great accommodation."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Lakeland Resort Taupo
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
4.5 out of 5
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo
The price is AU$87 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
AU$87
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury holiday park in Taupo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Clean, convenient and functional"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Taupo DeBretts Spa Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Tauhara

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Hilltop

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

Hilltop
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Rangatira Park

While visiting Rangatira Park, you might make a stop by sights like Spa Thermal Park and Waikato River.

Rangatira Park
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Waipahihi

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

Waipahihi
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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 Taupo Hot Springs and Maori Carvings.

Richmond Heights
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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 Taupo Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupo.

Two Mile Bay
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Rainbow Point

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

Rainbow Point

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