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Taupo is the adventure capital of New Zealand's north island. Taupo adventure activities and tours range from <a href="/en/taupo/taupo-bungy-jumping-experience-local-agent">bungy jumping</a> to jet boating. If you're after something a little more scenic, look no further than a spectacular <a href="/en/taupo/heli-adventure-flights-taste-of-taupo">sightseeing helicopter flight</a> over Taupo or the world-famous <a href="/en/taupo/tongariro-crossing-guided-day-walk">Tongariro Alpine Crossing</a>. 
 
About Taupo 
 
Flanked by stunning volcanoes, bush clad mountains and a spectacular landscape lies the largest freshwater lake in New Zealand and the Southern Hemisphere, Lake Taupo. The water is stunningly blue and the air fresh and unpolluted. 
 
Lake Taupo was created by a volcanic eruption so big the sun went hazy in China. Almost everywhere you look there's a volcano. Just a few minutes north of the Lake at Wairakei you'll find geothermal fields, boiling mud pools and steaming geysers. 
 
Lake Taupo is a great holiday destination in both summer and winter. Some of the best trout fishing in the world has international anglers flocking to the area while mighty mountain peaks draw skiers and adventurers alike to experience the pristine environment. When you're not on the lake or up a mountain, you'll find the Taupo town centre crammed with cafes and interesting shops. The nearby area is great for picnics and nature walks—or you could take a thrilling <a href="/en/taupo/hukafalls-jet">Huka Falls jet boat</a> ride right to the foot of the thundering water. 
 
A few minutes south of the Lake is Tongariro National Park, New Zealand's first national park and a World Heritage area. It was created in 1887 when its three magnificent volcanoes, Ruapehu, Tongariro and Ngaruahoe, were gifted to the people of New Zealand by the Ngati Tuwharetoa people.

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Jet boat - Hukafalls Jet

Hukafalls Jet Taupo New Zealand jetboating adventure activity. Book today with Everything New Zealand

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Lake Taupo Scenic Cruise

Take in the best of a combination of the Taupo region's impressive natural scenery as well as Maori culture with this 1.5 hour sightseeing cruise package.

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Taupo Bungy Jump

Dive into adrenaline with an AJ Hackett Taupo Bungy Jump! Plunge 47m above the Waikato River and opt for a water splash. Perfect for thrill-seekers!

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Skydiving in Taupo - Tandem skydive from up to 16500ft

Skydiving in Taupo is the best and cheapest in New Zealand. Tandem skydive from up to 16500ft.

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Parasailing in Taupo

Lake Taupo Parasailing in Lake Taupo North Island, New Zealand. Book your Taupo activities today with Everything New Zealand.

Huka Falls Helicopter Flight in Taupo

Experience Huka Falls from above on a family-friendly 9 minute helicopter flight in Taupo. Book your Taupo activities today with Everything New Zealand.

Private Self Drive Doughboat

Get friends and family together to rent Doughboats for a unique Lake Taupo picnic on the water. Book your Taupo activities with Everything New Zealand. 

Taupo Sailing Cruise to the Maori Rock Carvings

Discover Lake Taupo on a 2.5hr Taupo Sailing cruise to the Maori Rock Carvings. Book your Taupo activities today with Everything New Zealand. 

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White Water Jet Boat Experience

Take on the famous Nga Awa Purua Rapids on a 35 minute jet boat ride with Rapids Jet Taupo. 

Full Day Rail Cart Experience - Republic 2

Discover the Forgotten World on a full day guided rail cart adventure from Taumarunui (1.5 hours from Taupo). Book today with Everything New Zealand.

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Tongariro Crossing Guided Day Walk

Hike NZ's best walk, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, with Adrift Tongariro. Hike 7 hours through a magnificent rugged & exposed alpine environment.

Taupo Swing - 44 metres

43 metre Cliffhanger swing above the Waikato River just a short stroll from the Taupo town centre. Swing solo or tandem or combine with a bungy jump.

Taupo Bungy and Swing Combo with AJ Hackett

Combine 2 adrenaline-fuelled activities in Taupo with AJ Hackett's Taupo Bungy and Swing Combo. Book all your activities with Everything New Zealand today!

Mountain Magic Helicopter Ride in Taupo

See it all on a 90 minute helicopter ride Taupo. Mountain Magic includes Lake Taupo, Tongariro, Mt Ruapehu & more! Book today with Everything New Zealand

Sunset Heaven Cruise on Lake Taupo

Join a 2.5 hour Taupo cruise at sunset to the Maori Rock Carvings, complete with a drink. Book your Taupo activities with Everything New Zealand.

Taste of Taupo Helicopter Flight

Heli Adventure Flights offering scenic helicopter flights from Taupo New Zealand. Book your Taupo activities today with Everything New Zealand.

Taupo's Best Helicopter Flight

Experience the best of Taupo on a 30 minute helicopter flight, suitable for all ages! Book your Taupo activities today with Everything New Zealand.

Tongariro Helicopter Flights in Taupo

Witness the dramatic scenery of Tongariro National Park on a 50 minute helicopter flight from Taupo. Book today with Everything New Zealand.

2 Hour Guided Sunset Tongariro Walk

Experience a taste of Tongariro National Park on a 2 hour guided walk finishing at sunset. Book your Tongariro activities today with Everything New Zealand.

Full Day Mt Ruapehu Crater Lake Guided Walk

A fully guided day walk to the summit of Mt Ruapehu with spectacular views of the crater lake.  Book your Tongariro activities with Everything New Zealand.

Flanked by stunning volcanoes, bush clad mountains & a spectacular landscape lies the largest freshwater lake in New Zealand & the southern hemisphere, Lake Taupo. Crystal clear water and fresh air. Adventure junkies playground!

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Huka Falls Helicopter Flight in Taupo

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Lake Taupo Scenic Cruise

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Private Self Drive Doughboat

Taupo Sailing Cruise to the Maori Rock Carvings

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Jet boat - Hukafalls Jet

Lake Taupo Scenic Cruise

Taupo Bungy Jump

Skydiving in Taupo - Tandem skydive from up to 16500ft

Parasailing in Taupo

Huka Falls Helicopter Flight in Taupo

Private Self Drive Doughboat

Taupo Sailing Cruise to the Maori Rock Carvings

White Water Jet Boat Experience

Full Day Rail Cart Experience - Republic 2

Tongariro Crossing Guided Day Walk

Taupo Swing - 44 metres

Taupo Bungy and Swing Combo with AJ Hackett

Mountain Magic Helicopter Ride in Taupo

Sunset Heaven Cruise on Lake Taupo

Taste of Taupo Helicopter Flight

Taupo's Best Helicopter Flight

Tongariro Helicopter Flights in Taupo

2 Hour Guided Sunset Tongariro Walk

Full Day Mt Ruapehu Crater Lake Guided Walk

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