Tourist Attractions in Taupo, New Zealand

Lake Taupo is in the heart of New Zealand North Island. The beauty of the lake is something that nobody forget. At the South of the lake, the Tongariro National Park is a natural playground, with sky fields and fantastic day tracks. There is plenty to do in Taupo and the main attractions are:

Attractions	Description
Whakapapa & Turoa	With 1800 hectares they are the biggest ski field in New Zealand and North Island. You can rent all necessary equipment up there as well as there are restaurants, cafes and the Happy Valley in Whakapapa, ideal for beginners. For veterans, there are more than 30 options of sky tracks.
Huka Falls	Is the biggest and most spectacular waterfall of the Waikato river. Can be visiter for free. At the entrance of the town.
The Huka Jet	Get ready to ride the river up to the waterfall aboard of an ultra fast jet boat. 360 turns and plenty of emotions. Great fun you can't miss.
Taupo Hot Springs	Public and private thermal pools where you can soak in while your barbecue is cooking at the picnic area. Massage is also offered in the place.
Taupo Bungy	A 47 metres bungy jump over the Waikato River..
Lake Taupo	It is the biggest lake in new Zealand which offers great activities such as boast tours, dinning and sunset tours, kayak tours, and Brown Trout fishing tours.
Tongariro River Rafting	The Tongariro River is great for river rafting with 3 waterfalls level 3 to be negociated.
Adrift Outdoors	Adventures in canoes & kayak visiting volcanic craters, thermal areas, and fantastic landscapes. Tour also are offered to overnight in the area. Great pic for the entire family or solos. Can't be missed.
Canoe Safaris	Tours in canoes for the entire family exploring the river in one or more days. Many levels of difficulty according your wish.
Wanganui Aero Work	From the great little town of Ohakune, tours by helicopters combined with fishing, hunting, bicycle and contemplative tours.
Rapids Jet	A Jetboat rides the famous and biggest rapids in Australasia. The Arataia Rapids & Fuljanes Rapids in the Waikato river. Great tour.
Awakeri Hot Springs	Relax and indulge yourself in these thermal pools. There are tracks, picnic area, and much more including accommodation.
Ohakune city	Nice little town at the South side of Tangariro National Park is the gate to Turoa Ski field.
Whakapapa Centre	Information about weather and road conditions, Also tour reservation, and video about volcanic activities in the region.
Mountain Air	See Mt. Ruapehu (an active volcano) and the entire Tongariro National park by air. Unforgettable.
Outdoor experiences	Guided tours in the Tongariro National Park.
Central Peak Tours	See the place where the Lord of the Rings was filmed. Ithlien Camp, Mordor/Emyn Nuil, Mordor/ Sammath Naur e Orc Army Scenes.
Mokai Gravity Canyon	South of Taihape a canyon with 80 m. (260 feet). Do a Bungy Jump or ride the Flying Fox until you reach 160 km/h. Plenty of other facilities in the area.
Prawn Farm	Visit in a tour one of the biggest Prawn farms in New Zealand. Take your time to eat in the fantastic restaurant with spectacular views to the river.

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