Turangi Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Turangi featuring a river or creek and rafting
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Turangi featuring a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and forest scenes as well as a small group of people
Turangi showing a bay or harbour and a lake or waterhole
Turangi featuring forests

Turangi is all about hiking, rafting, skiing, and fishing. If you love the outdoors, you’ll be right at home here.

Turangi is set on the banks of the Tongariro River, with Mount Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupo on its doorstep. For you this means there is no end to outdoor adventures. A top choice is the challenging Tongariro Alpine Crossing, rated as one of the country’s best day walks because of its volcanic landscape. Whitewater rafting on the Tongariro River and snow sports on the Whakapapa ski field are awesome too. Go on, get your boots on, Turangi is calling.

Where to stay in Turangi

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Waiotaka Valley

When in Waiotaka Valley, you can plan a visit to Tongariro National Trout Centre and River Vineyard, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Waiotaka Valley
Turangi Leisure Lodge
Turangi Leisure Lodge
2.5 out of 5
Ngawaka Place, Turangi
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$132 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$132
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (440 reviews)
"Could walk everywhere. Spa on site added to relaxing stay"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Turangi Leisure Lodge
Tongariro Lodge
Tongariro Lodge
4 out of 5
83 Grace Road, Turangi
The price is AU$207 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$207
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly lodge in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (333 reviews)
"Great location. Stream nearby. Clean and white rooms. Excellent staff service."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2025

Tongariro Lodge
Parklands Motorlodge
Parklands Motorlodge
3.5 out of 5
25 Te Arahori Street, Turangi, North Island
The price is AU$119 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$119
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf motel in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions River Vineyard and Tongariro National ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (355 reviews)
"Booked 2 rooms. Both rooms struggled to get hot water, the showers only got to lukewarm. Also we received a welcome email about the hotel and on it stated the restaurants open hours but not the days open to find out the restaurant was closed on a Sunday which the email message sent out should state ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Parklands Motorlodge
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Tongariro Riverside holiday house
Tongariro Riverside holiday house
Turangi
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Turangi. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions River Vineyard and Tongariro ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (166 reviews)
Winter retreat
"Great spot on the river with a cosy warm fire"

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

Tongariro Riverside holiday house
Take time out in Turangi - family friendly
Take time out in Turangi - family friendly
Turangi
Book a stay at this ski vacation home in Turangi. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions River Vineyard and Tongariro National ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (79 reviews)
Perfect Base for Our Adventures
"Our group of four had a fantastic stay at Tracy and Steve's well-equipped property. The house had everything we needed - fully stocked kitchen, all linen provided, and a cozy fireplace that kept us warm. Perfect location for walking to town and driving to local attractions like the Tongariro River ..."

Reviewed on 2 May 2025

Take time out in Turangi - family friendly
Blue Haven 2 B/Room and Sleepout close to everything including Tongariro River
Blue Haven 2 B/Room and Sleepout close to everything including Tongariro River
2 out of 5
Turangi
Stay at this vacation home in Turangi. Enjoy laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions River Vineyard and Tongariro National Trout Centre ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
Great
"Great little place to stay"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

Blue Haven 2 B/Room and Sleepout close to everything including Tongariro River
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Popular places to visit

Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre is just one of the places to see in Turangi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront or seek out the fishing spots.

Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre

River Vineyard

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at River Vineyard during your travels to Turangi. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or seek out the fishing spots.

River Vineyard

Activities

14kms of river, over 60 rapids to navigate

Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure

AU$175
per adult
Tongariro Thrills: Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Gentle whitewater fun for the whole family

Family Float Grade 2 Whitewater Adventure in Tongariro River

AU$129
per adult
Family Float Grade 2 Whitewater Adventure in Tongariro River
Tongariro Crossing: Ketetahi Park & Ride Trailhead Shuttle

Tongariro Crossing: Ketetahi Park & Ride Trailhead Shuttle

AU$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tongariro Crossing: Ketetahi Park & Ride Trailhead Shuttle
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Reviews of Turangi

4.1
Top destination
5 - Excellent
35
5 - Excellent 32%
4 - Good
58
4 - Good 52%
3 - Okay
16
3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Tongariro River Walk was great. Beautiful autumn scenery and anglers trout fishing all the way. Tokaanu thermal pools 5 mins down the road, wonderful.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely little town

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It looks very clean and tidy and the locals were friendly and helpful

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

All amenities available...conveniently located

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Arrived late at night and left early but looked to have good layout and range of shopping.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice restaurants and adequate shopping. Great little miniature golf park and great walks along the Tongariro. Drove through to National Army Museum on a nice day and enjoyed the drive. The Museum well worth a look.