Wharewaka

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 art and indigenous culture

Taupō Museum and Art Gallery

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

4/5(5 reviews)

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

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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

4/5(3 reviews)

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

Freefalling above Lake Taupo

Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving

S$257
per adult
Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving
Huka Falls by Jet Boat

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

S$113
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

S$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
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

S$103
per adult
Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure

S$110
per adult
Taupo: Waikato River Jetboating Adventure
Nosing up to Otupoto Falls

Chasing Waterfalls The Adventurer from Kinloch Marina

S$207
per adult
Chasing Waterfalls The Adventurer from Kinloch Marina
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Top hotels in Wharewaka

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo

4 out of 5
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$108 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$108
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Very pleasant place to stay for a few nights."

Reviewed on 24 Aug, 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
Lakefront Lodge Taupo

Lakefront Lodge Taupo

3 out of 5
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is S$70 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
S$70
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (913 reviews)
"Lovely staff & very helpful…."

Reviewed on 19 Aug, 2025

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel

4.5 out of 5
241 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is S$88 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
S$88
12 Sept - 13 Sept
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! (997 reviews)
"Loved the heated pool in winter! Only negative there wasn't enough parking and we had to park elsewhere when we got there as everyone was going out for dinner or the bar next door so when we checked in at 5pm there was no parking for us. We did move our car back later on that evening when space freed ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug, 2025

Oasis Beach Motel
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

3.5 out of 5
76-80 Lake Terrace, Taupo
The price is S$113 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
S$113
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"We have stayed at this property every year in August for many years and have always found the staff friendly and helpful . It has always been clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 22 Aug, 2025

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo

5 out of 5
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo
The price is S$179 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
S$179
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great food and service"

Reviewed on 20 Aug, 2025

Hilton Lake Taupo
Silver Fern Lodge

Silver Fern Lodge

3 out of 5
118 Tamamutu Street, Taupo
The price is S$51 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
S$51
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Taupō. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (767 reviews)
Good value
"Large clean and comfortable room. Close to shops and eateries. The only complaint is there isn’t someone on site when you’d expect them to be and nobody answers the phone if you need help."

Reviewed on 16 Aug, 2025

Silver Fern Lodge
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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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