Wharewaka

Taupō

Popular places to visit

People gather at a hot spot in the Waikato river. Because of the geothermal activity in this area, this area of the lake is like a hot tub. #waikatoriver #geothermal #nature #newzealand #taupo #hotspot

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 showing art and indigenous culture

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

Walk around the campus at Wairakei Geothermal Power Station as part of your travels around Taupō. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Wairakei Geothermal Power Station

Things to do

Huka Falls by Jet Boat

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

￥13,010
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

￥4,829
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Sail Barbary on Great Lake Taupo

Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo

￥4,811
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings Eco Sailing Taupo
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

￥12,685
per adult
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure
Nosing up to Otupoto Falls

Chasing Waterfalls The Adventurer from Kinloch Marina

￥23,795
per adult
Chasing Waterfalls The Adventurer from Kinloch Marina
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

￥5,161
per adult
Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings
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Wharewaka Hotel Deals

Spacious Holiday Home 5minute walk to the Lake

Spacious Holiday Home 5minute walk to the Lake

Taupo
Stay at this vacation home in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions The Landing Lake Taupō and Four Mile Bay are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
"A beautiful property in a great location. Everyone loved the electric blankets on the bed, and there was plenty of space for everyone to be comfortable."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

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Spacious Holiday Home 5minute walk to the Lake
The Bach in old Wharewaka well located for a fabulous lake holiday.

The Bach in old Wharewaka well located for a fabulous lake holiday.

Taupo
Stay at this vacation home in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Four Mile Bay and The Landing Lake Taupō are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
"Lovely sunny spot near the lake!"

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

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The Bach in old Wharewaka well located for a fabulous lake holiday.
Private Studio - Perfect for short stays in Taupo.

Private Studio - Perfect for short stays in Taupo.

Taupo
The price is ￥16,998 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
￥16,998
￥22,338 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Four Mile Bay and The Landing Lake Taupō are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"This property was perfect for us. Easy parking, lovely proprietors, unit was so lovely with everything one needed in it, clean, great shower, comfortable bed, complimentary fruit, just everything one needs and so comfortable and clean. 10 out of 10."

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2025

Private Studio - Perfect for short stays in Taupo.
Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
The price is ￥11,521 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
￥11,521
￥13,249 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The staff was welcoming and pleasant to meet"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ￥7,179 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
￥7,179
￥8,268 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (910 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel

4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is ￥8,705 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
￥8,705
￥10,040 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star beach motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Oasis Beach Motel
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Other neighborhoods around Wharewaka

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Rainbow Point

If you're spending some time in Rainbow Point, Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Rainbow Point
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Two Mile Bay

When in Two Mile Bay, you can plan a visit to Taupō Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Two Mile Bay
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Richmond Heights

While there might not be top attractions in Richmond Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places 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
Looking out across Lake Taupo at the Central North Island volcanoes, Mount Ruapehu, Mount Ngauruhoe, and Mount Tongariro. The town of Taupo is very nice, with plenty of cheap hostels, around $25-35 per night

Hilltop

If you're spending some time in Hilltop, Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.

Hilltop

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