Flights

Auckland < > Taupō

duration 50 min

2 flights p/ day

Gold Coast (OOL) < > Hamilton

3 flights p/ week (Wed, Fri, Sun)

Sydney (SYD) < > Hamilton

4 flights p/ week (Mon, Tues, Thu, Sat)

LOCATED IN THE HEART OF THE NORTH ISLAND

Drive

NORTH ISLAND’S LIFESTYLE RESORT DESTINATION

LARGEST FRESHWATER LAKE IN THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE

QUEENSTOWN

OF THE NORTH

GEOTHERMAL

LANDSCAPES

NEW ZEALAND’S

GREAT OUTDOORS

Huka Falls

5 MUST-SEE ICONS

TŪRANGI / TONGARIRO RIVER

HUKA FALLS

LAKE TAUPŌ

PUREORA FOREST

UNESCO DUAL WORLD HERITAGE AREA

LAKE TAUPŌ

EXPLORE

Taupō Town Centre

Great Lake Pathway

Adventures

Sailing & Boating

Mine Bay Rock Carvings

8 min drive from town centre. 113 modern guest rooms including 44 suites. Swimming pool, restaurant on site.

ACCOMMODATION

SUNCOURT

QUEST TAUPŌ

MILLENNIUM MANUELS

HILTON LAKE TAUPŌ

THE REEF RESORT

ANCHORAGE RESORT

Short walk from town, 52 modern rooms incl. 40 with lake and mountain views. Restaurant on site.

8 min drive from town centre, on the lake shore.

51 rooms. Swimming pool & restaurant on site.

5 min drive to town, on the lake shore. 21 rooms (studio to 3 bedroom apartment) with pool and lake views.

Short walking distance from town, 38 serviced apartments, incl. studio, one and two-bedroom options.

7 min drive, on the shore of Lake Taupō. 21 rooms from studio to 3 bedroom apartments. Large outdoor area.

Suncourt

• USPs
• Central lakefront location
• Lake views from rooms and restaurant
• Closest accommodation to town (2-minute walk)
• Caters for FITs, Groups and MICE
• Onsite all-day dining

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• 52 rooms:

including 39 available for Trade:

• 13 x Standard Twin Studio (1Q+ 1KS – max 3 pax)
• 10 x Premium Lakeview Studio (1Q – max 2 pax)
• 12 x Premium Deluxe Lakeview Studio (1K – max 2 pax)
• 4 x Premium Lakeview Family Room (1Q + 2KS – max 4 pax)

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• Additional information:
• Onsite dining: Lionel’s Bistro & Bar
• Outdoor swimming pool and heated plunge pool
• Conference & event spaces
• Complimentary on-site and coach parking

Contact details:

Trade: Lyndon Hayter

stay@suncourt.co.nz

Res.: reception@suncourt.co.nz +64 7 378 8265

ACCOMMODATION

MYSTAYS

WHAKAIPO LODGE

ACACIA CLIFFS LODGE

THE POINT VILLAS

Hand-picked holiday homes from Lakeside luxury to family friendly retreat.

Boutique Accom. in Acacia Bay (10 min from town).

4 rooms ( 3 x lakeview, 1 x garden view)

15 min drive from town, Acacia Bay. 2 self-contained villas (3 bed/3 baths & 2 bed/2 baths).

15 min (10 km) drive from town, in Acacia Bay.

2 guests suites, B&B. Homemade breakfast.

Acacia Cliffs Lodge

• USPs
• Stunning Lake and Mountain views
• Luxury boutique lodge with architectural flair
• Quiet private sanctuary above the lake
• Complimentary drinks and canapes
• Cuisine - Fine dining by prior request

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• 4 spacious suites:
• 1 Parawera – Lakeview – gorgeous lake views – private deck
• 1 Kaimanawa – Lake and mountain views – private deck
• 1 Wharewaka – Lake and mountain view – private deck
• 1 Mapara Suite – Garden view – private patio

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• Additional information:
• Fine dining 5 nights per week – by request
• Complimentary bottle of wine on arrival
• Complimentary WiFi
• Complimentary on-site parking

Contact details:

Trade: Stephanie Laing

info@acaciacliffslodge.co.nz

Res.: info@acaciacliffslodge.co.nz +64 21 821 338

The Point Villas

USPs

• An exclusive lakefront sanctuary set within the gated Whakamoenga Estate, just 10 minutes from Taupō
• Two architecturally designed, self-contained Villas – each with lake views, full kitchens and seamless indoor-outdoor living
• Private pool & spa with each Villa + outdoor sauna nestled in native bush at Tatamoana - Villa One
• Kayaking to Ngātoroirangi Mine Bay Māori Rock Carvings, tennis, bush walks, swimming off the rocks and in Mine Bay
• Private chef, massage and luxury transfers available by arrangement

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Two Spacious Villas - Booked separately or for exclusive use

• Villa One -Tatamoana: 2 ensuite bedrooms with dressing rooms
• Villa Two - Ngahere: 3 ensuite bedrooms with dressing rooms

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Additional information:

• Ideal for families, couples, wellness retreats, golf or fishing escapes, corporate leadership stays
• All inclusive use of kayaks, tennis courts, Petanque, sauna, helipad
• Dedicated villa manager for guest welcome
• Complimentary onsite parking and WiFi

Contact details:

Trade: Tania Samuels

Res.: info@thepointvillas.co.nz

+64 274774324

5 min from town centre. Bungy & Swing. NZ's highest water touch bungy (47 m high) - jump solo or tandem!

ACTIVITIES

CHRIS JOLLY OUTDOORS

AJ HACKETT

TAUPŌ SAILING ADVENTURES

THE HAKA SHOP

ESCAPE AVIATION

TAUPO TANDEM SKYDIVING

40 years of experience. Scheduled scenic cruise to the carvings & private charters. 4 vessels

Scenic cruises & charters. 2 vessels: 1 sailing catamaran and 1 classic sailing yacht.

Share haka, songs, hangi and stories that carry the spirit of Māori culture. intimate and real.

Heli scenic flights & charters + base for fixed wing or helicopters. 3 bases.

Started in 1992. 3 heights: 12,000 ft, 15,000 ft & 16,500 ft. epic views of Lake Taupō.

AJ Hackett Taupō Bungy & Swing

• USPs:
• NZ’s highest water touch bungy platform
• Spectacular views of the Waikato River Valley
• Experience feet-first freefall and reach speeds of 70kph on the Taupō Swing
• Countdown or surprise option for swing release
• Choose Solo or Tandem (2 people together) for Bungy or Swing

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• Operational details:
• Operational 9.30am – 4pm (winter); 5pm+ (summer)
• Allow 1 hour
• Minimum age 10yrs. Those aged 10-14 require parental consent
• Minimum weight 30kg (Swing) 35kg (Bungy). Maximum weight 140kg per person; 180kg combined weight for tandems.
• Transportation within Taupō available on request

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• Additional information:
• Photo & Video Package Included
• FREE AJHBNZ T-Shirt Included
• Combo packages available with all AJHBNZ experiences nationwide

Contact details:

Trade: Sonya Warne

sonya@bungy.co.nz

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Res.: taupo@bungy.co.nz

+64 7 376 5682

The Bistro

Jimmy Coops (Farm to Table & Brewery)

Plateau Bar + Restaurant

Embra

Brantry

Vine

HUKA FALLS

EXPLORE FURTHER

Waikato River Trails

Mt Tauhara

Opepe Scenic & Historic Reserve

Aratiatia rapids

Geothermal wonders

ACCOMMODATION

HUKA LODGE

WAIRAKEI RESORT

2 min drive from the Huka Falls. 20 Luxury guests rooms + 2 cottages (2 beds & 4 beds)

4 min drive to Huka falls & 1o min from town. 187 rooms across 11 room types. restaurant and facilities on site.

Wairakei Resort Taupō

• USPs
• Nestled in the Wairakei Tourist park
• Resort facilities including; 2 heated pools, spa pools, tennis court, squash court, sauna, fully equipped gym
• 9-hole golf course onsite
• Mountain bike trails onsite

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• 187 rooms:
• 20 Standard Twins
• 55 Superior Kings across our Waiora and Tauhara Wings
• 33 Superior Twins
• 2 Junior Suites
• 6 Spa Suites
• 15 Studios
• 15 Family Villas
• 1 Full suite

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• Additional information:
• Conference wing with 11 unique spaces
• Abundance of parking including space for large buses
• Onsite dining

Contact details:

Trade: Maxson Nunes

Maxson.Nunes@wairakei.co.nz

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Res.: Reservations@wairakei.co.nz

+64 7 374 9004

9 min drive to town centre. Mineral rich (geothermal, silica) hot thermal pools. Adults only (14 yo+)

ACTIVITIES

HUKAFALLS JET

WAIRAKEI TERRACES

RAPIDS JET (AWA)

THE HAKA SHOP

FOUR B

ORAKEI KORAKO

30 minutes. experience that takes clients the closest to th Huka falls.

35 minutes jet boat ride on Australasia’s longest rapids.

Starts 30 min after dam opening

Cultural walks to Huka Falls with loacal m~aori guide.

Karakia. 2 hours.

One stop shop for all things cycle touring, from bike hire to guiding on local trails.

30 min from Taupō. NZ’s most active geysers (23) and one of the only 2 geothermal caves in the world

World’s first net carbon-zero certified glassblowing studio. Garden with glss scultures. cafe on site.

ACTIVITIES

CRATERS OF THE MOON

LAVA GLASS

HUKA FALLS RIVER CRUISES

HUKA HONEY HIVE

A 45-minute walk traverses the unique landscape

around this cratered valley.

Depart from Aratiatia dam (15 min drive from town). 1h20 slow paced cruise in all weather. Family friendly.

Honey experience offers free honey & liqueur tastings, live beehive viewings & shopping all things bees/honey.

TŪRANGI &

TONGARIRO RIVER

Southern Bay Beaches

EXPLORE FURTHER

Tokaanu

Tongariro River Trail

Fly Fishing Capital of the World

Situated in the historic fishing village, on the riverside location of Turangi. 4 rooms. Old fashion B&B

ACCOMMODATION

RIVER BIRCHES

TONGARIRO LODGE

THE OLIVE RABBIT BOUTIQUE B&B

Closest accom to the Tongariro Crossing. 3 bedrooms in lodge + 3 bed cottage next door. Fishing guides.

NZ's most iconic trout fishing lodge est. in 1982. Chalet and 2 to 4 bed villas. Restaurant on site. Fishing guides.

100% NZ Māori-owned transport service to Tongariro Alpine Crossing or Whakapapa depending on season.

ACTIVITIES

TONGARIRO RIVER RAFTING

BACKYARD TOURS

TONGARIRO NAT. TROUT CENTRE

CHRIS JOLLY

TONGARIRO MOUNTAIN BIKING

Grade 3 whitewater and scenic rafting trips. Ideal for families, first-timers, and adventure seekers.

Freshwater centre where you can feed rainbow trout, learn about conservation. Fishing for kids only.

Half-day and full-day fly fishing packages and Heli-fishing into the more remote rivers.

Fully guided experiences or bike hire only.

Mountain bikes and e-bikes available

DUAL UNESCO

WORLD HERITAGE AREA

Desert Road

EXPLORE

Whakapapa Ski Fields

World Class Hiking

Lake Rotoaira

Home of Middle Earth / Mordor

40 years experience. From Taupō. Half day or Full day (TAC) privately guided hikes.

ACTIVITIES

WHAKAPAPA

CHRIS JOLLY

ADRIFT

BACKYARD TOURS

Year round - Sky Waka (gondola) - Ski fileds

Knoll Ridge Chalet for lunch: NZ’s highest eatery.

35 minutes jet boat ride on Australasia’s longest rapids.

Starts 30 min after dam opening

100% NZ Māori-owned transport service from Tūrangi to TAC or Whakapapa (winter ski).

PUREORA FOREST

Championship Golfing

EXPLORE FURTHER

Western Bays

Great Lake Trail

Timber Trail

Depart from Kinloch. Exclusive boat tours to remote Western Bays. 8 pax in the boat. Off the beaten track.

ACCOMMODATION & ACTIVITIES

KINLOCH MANOR & VILLAS

VENTURE BEYOND

FOUR B

THE KINLOCH (GOLF) CLUB

20 min from town in Kinloch. 18 Villas (From Suite to Two bed villa). Dining on site. Signature golf course.

Shuttle service, bike hire, local guided tours.

Work also in partnership with Venture Beyond.

At Kinloch Manor. 18 Hole Jack Nicklaus Signature designed golf course. World class championship par 72.

Your Trade contact:

Geraldine Morisse aka “G”

geraldine@lovetaupo.com