Tempting Taupo
If it's rest and relaxation you are after, then Taupo's stunning scenery, crisp mountain air and thermal springs are sure to work magic. Tour the town, discover a hidden volcanic valley wreathed in mist, get back to nature in an ancient forest then soothe away your stress at the hot springs.
- Taupo Hot Springs Spa www.taupohotsprings.com
Relax with a massage at Taupo's spa and hot water playground. The famous mineral rich waters of Taupo Hot Springs are known for their healing properties, and there’s no better way to wind down after a busy day's sightseeing.
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Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park www.orakeikorako.co.nz
Explore this pristine thermal valley with its bubbling mud pools, hot springs, geysers and native bush. Orakei Korako is one of New Zealand’s most unspoiled thermal areas and the huge silica terraces are among the largest in the world.
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pureORAwalks
Take a walk through magnificent native forest with local Maori guides whose ancestors have used the forest resources for centuries. You'll see spectacular giant trees up to 65m tall and more than 1000 years old.
- Paradise Tours
Join Paradise Tours for the ultimate 'snapshot' of Taupo. You'll tour the Taupo lakefront and the town's marina, view the thundering Huka Falls, walk through the steam clouds of Craters of the Moon, visit the Wairakei geothermal field and more.
Accommodation
- Taupo DeBretts Thermal Resort www.taupodebretts.com
Enjoy the lake and mountain views at this premium holiday park, adjacent to the award-winning Taupo Hot Springs Spa.