Wharewaka Travel Guide

Taupō

Popular places to visit

Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

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

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

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

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

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

The Landing Lake Taupō

Enjoy an outing to The Landing Lake Taupō during your stay in Taupō.

The Landing Lake Taupō

Taupō Hot Springs

Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.

Taupō Hot Springs

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Taupō, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Taupō i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

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

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

Things to do

Sail Barbary on Great Lake Taupo

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

Rp523.456
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
Maori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise

Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp

Rp475.869
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp
The plummeting depths of crystal clear waters make it easy to get to the base of the waterfalls.

Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo

Rp1.284.847
per adult
Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
Picture 1 for Activity Taupō: Lake Taupo Maori Rock Carving 2.5-Hour Sailing Cruise

Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings

Rp561.526
per adult
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit

Rp656.700
per adult
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit
Lake Taupo: Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Boat Cruise

Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise

Rp561.526
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Māori Rock Carvings Cruise
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Top hotels in Wharewaka

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is Rp1.200.316 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
Rp1.200.316
Rp1.380.363 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.061.659 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
Rp1.061.659
Rp1.220.908 total
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (952 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
The price is Rp1.892.774 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp1.892.774
Rp2.176.690 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Acacia Lake View Motel

Acacia Lake View Motel

3 out of 5
60-62 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is Rp1.937.062 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
Rp1.937.062
Rp2.227.621 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free food shopping service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (500 reviews)
Easy check in, lovely hosts. Room was spacious, clean and recently updated. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Acacia Lake View Motel
Beechtree Motel

Beechtree Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Rifle Range Road, Taupo
The price is Rp1.448.620 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
Rp1.448.620
Rp1.665.956 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star family-friendly motel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (895 reviews)
Room had nice view of lake. Room was clean and modern. Great location for easy walk into town.

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Beechtree Motel
Lakeland Resort Taupo

Lakeland Resort Taupo

3 out of 5
282 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is Rp1.564.550 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
Rp1.564.550
Rp1.799.232 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
The staff were very helpful and nice, and we were happy with the room

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Lakeland Resort Taupo
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Other neighbourhoods around Wharewaka

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Rainbow Point

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

Rainbow Point
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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 Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.

Two Mile Bay
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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 Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.

Richmond Heights
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Waipahihi

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

Waipahihi
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Five Mile Bay

The panoramic lake views and luxurious spas are just a few highlights of Five Mile Bay. Make a stop by Lake Taupō or Five Mile Bay while you're exploring the area.

Five Mile Bay
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Hilltop

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

Hilltop

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