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Lake Taupo New Zealand,
Official Website of Destination Lake Taupo.

Immerse yourself in Fun

courage, fearlessness, and challenging

Taupo is a great choice for the adventure seeker. For those of you who like to challenge themselves this region is a great choice. Not only offering adventure that challenges but an adventure with a real kiwi flavour.

 There is an excellent pick of options for the tourist and visitor to Taupo.  Be brave and try out a new adventure?  Try testing your fortitude, and experience the breathtaking bungy jump or a free fall with a jumpmaster, ride a Jetboat and feel the adrenalin rush.  Whitewater rafting, climbing, motorbikes, and skiing are all pursuits that the visitor can enjoy in the region of Taupo.  What ever the season, summer or winter, this town can offer you a thrill.

All prices subject to change. Seasonal rates may apply.

Tukino Ski Area

Mt Ruapehu/Tongariro
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Tukino Ski Area

The 4WD access road turns off the desert road at a signpost about 20km north of Waiouru. It is nine kilometres to the car park and from there 4WD require chains, or it is possible to get picked up at this point.


Mt Ruapehu (Whakapapa and Turoa Ski Areas)

Mt Ruapehu/Tongariro
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+64 7 892 3738
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+64 7 892 3732
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Mt Ruapehu (Whakapapa and Turoa Ski Areas)

New Zealand’s largest ski area.Ski hire, snowboard hire, ski school, ski shop, ski workshop, 13 cafes and bars, crèche, ski patrol. Summer chairlift rides available for sightseeing.Guided walks to Mt Ruapehu crater available.


Topgun Paintball

Taupo
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State Highway 1, 24kms north of Taupo
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+64 7 377 6404
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+64 7 377 6104
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Topgun Paintball

A fun and exciting activity that promotes team building and encourages team work. Set in native bush, catering for all abilities and fitness levels. Paintball and quad bike combo's also available.


Taupo Quad Adventures

$70 NZD - $250 NZD Taupo
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State Highway 1
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+64 7 377 6404
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If you're looking for something different, challenging and above all great fun, then join us on our guided quad bike rides all through scenic native bush and over exciting all terrain trails.


Taupo Horse Treks

Taupo
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Karapiti Rd, Wairakei Tourist Park
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+64 7 378 0356
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+64 7 377 4691
Taupo Horse Treks

6km north of Taupo. 1 or 2 hour treks. Beginners to experienced catered for. Ride through pine forests and Craters of the Moon thermal area.


Turangi's Ultimate Game

Turangi
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Rafting Centre, Atirau Rd
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+64 7 386 6409
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+64 7 386 6445
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The Game: Teams pitted against each other in a skillful game of strategy and teamwork. Exceptional for corporate team building or just social and family fun in New Zealand's renowned clean air and outdoor environment.


Mountain Valley Adventure Lodge

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McVicar Road, off Napier Taupo Highway, 85 kms from Taupo
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+64 6 834 9756
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+64 6 834 9724
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Mountain Valley Adventure Lodge

Don’t miss your chance to visit our stunning location beside the Mohaka River with the Kaweka Mountains as a backdrop. Wilderness horse trekking, kayaking, scenic/whitewater rafting, fishing, walking & swimming. Great stop off en route to or from Napier


Action Quads and Commando Paintball

Taupo
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Poihipi Road, Taupo
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+64 7 377 6507
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0800 342 420
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Action Quads and Commando Paintball

Action Quads is a great way to have fun with your family and mates, with trails to suit all abilities. Commando Paintball is a great group activity, lots of fun for stag and hen dos! Suitable for all levels of fitness.


Taupo Bungy