Wharewaka Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Wharewaka
Popular places to visit

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.

Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō.

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.
The Landing Lake Taupō
Enjoy an outing to The Landing Lake Taupō during your stay in Taupō.
Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp
Explore the waterfront in Taupō with a trip to Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in the area.
Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
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.
Activities

Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings

Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo

Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures

Lake Taupo: 1.5-Hour Maori Rock Carvings 5:00 PM Cruise
Our pick of the best Wharewaka Hotel Deals

Spacious Holiday Home 5minute walk to the Lake

Jaw Dropping Views, Taupo View Loft in stunning Wharewaka.
Great communication and very clean!! We will come again next year for sure! Thank you again for everything
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Private Studio - Perfect for short stays in Taupo.
Great room, great location, great host! I highly recommend that you consider this accommodation when staying in Taupo - you won’t be disappointed.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Lakefront Lodge Taupo
nice clean and quiet place
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Oasis Beach Motel
Room clean, kitchen rather small for a family unit but the view of the lake more than made up for it!! Wish we could have stayed longer
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Wairakei Resort Taupo by Accor
Overpriced and boring dinner menu. Quality so/so. Banana split $20 which was kid sized at best. Ok stay but wouldn’t eat there. $150 for two and def nothing special.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wharewaka

Rainbow Point
While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Three Mile Bay.

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 Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.

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 Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.

Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō.

