Wharewaka Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Spa Thermal Park

Spa Thermal Park

5/5(4 reviews)

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

4/5(38 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(133 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(89 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(36 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

Activities

Freefalling above Lake Taupo

Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving

AU$305
per adult
Lake Taupo 12,000-Foot Tandem Skydiving
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

AU$122
per adult
Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo
Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding

Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding

AU$257
per adult
Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua

AU$62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua
Huka Falls by Jet Boat

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

AU$134
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo
Nosing up to Otupoto Falls

Chasing Waterfalls The Adventurer from Kinloch Marina

AU$245
per adult
Chasing Waterfalls The Adventurer from Kinloch Marina
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Our pick of the best 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 13 Jul. 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 cosy bach to stay in for the weekend. Close to lake walks but nice and quiet location."

Reviewed on 27 Aug. 2025

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The Bach in old Wharewaka well located for a fabulous lake holiday.
Brand New Cosy and Convenient Retreat in Taupo

Brand New Cosy and Convenient Retreat in Taupo

Taupo
The price is AU$500 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$500
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Taupō. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Three Mile ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Holiday
"Great place"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

Brand New Cosy and Convenient Retreat in Taupo
Stylish New Retreat in Taupo -- Fireplace, BBQ, Walk to lake, Countdown

Stylish New Retreat in Taupo -- Fireplace, BBQ, Walk to lake, Countdown

Taupo
The price is AU$878 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$878
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Taupō. Enjoy laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Three Mile Bay and Four Mile Bay are located ...
Stylish New Retreat in Taupo -- Fireplace, BBQ, Walk to lake, Countdown
Private Studio - Perfect for short stays in Taupo.

Private Studio - Perfect for short stays in Taupo.

Taupo
The price is AU$232 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$232
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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 13 Apr. 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 AU$124 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$124
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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)
"Lovely resort with lots of facilities. Nice restaurant. Handy location"

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2025

Wairakei Resort Taupo
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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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