Travel 4 Days in Taupo: Best Vacation Spots in Taupo

Day 1 | Morning

Huka Falls

Ticket Price: 1 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: Wairakei Park, Taupo

The majestic Huka Falls can be reached via the road near Taupo, New Zealand. The Waikato River is washed down by a 12-meter-high channel fault, causing a huge flow of 230 tons per second, light blue. Such as the gem of the Waikato River, due to the action of the pass and the fault, it produces a huge power of jetting and downward, forming a foam-like waterfall to vent down, so the locals call this waterfall "Huka", which means foam.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Spa Thermal Park nearby is the top choice before you leave Huka Falls and hit the road.

Spa Thermal Park

Opening Hours: Open from 7:00am-8:00pm

Ticket Price: 1 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: County Ave, Tauhara, Taupo 3378

The geothermal hot spring park located in the northeast corner of downtown Taupo has well-repaired park trails, suitable for the whole family to walk and play together.

Day 1 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Spa Thermal Park? Huka Lodge is one of your top choices.

Huka Lodge

Stop at Huka Lodge to discover the wonders of Taupo. The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, Wi-Fi in public areas, valet parking, car park, room service are on the list of things guests can enjoy. Guestrooms are fitted with all the amenities you need for a good night's sleep. In some of the rooms, guests can find internet access – wireless, internet access – wireless (complimentary), non smoking rooms, air conditioning, heating. Take a break from a long day and make use of golf course (within 3 km), outdoor pool, massage, tennis courts, garden. Discover all Taupo has to offer by making Huka Lodge your base.

Day 2 | Morning

Craters of the Moon

Opening Hours: Open from 10:00am-4:00pm;Closed during Christmas

Ticket Price: 8 NZD

Recommended Length of Stay: 30-50 Minutes

Location: Taupo

A lunar crater is the crater of an active volcano that is shaped like a lunar crater, hence the name. It is spectacular to see hot steam emerging from the surface. Of course there are also some souvenirs for sale here.

Day 2 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting Craters of the Moon, don’t forget pay a visit to Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa.

Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa

Ticket Price: 15 NZD

Location: State Highway 1&5 | Wairakei, Taupo

The hot spring pools of Wairakei Mesa and Geothermal Health Spa are rich in minerals, and below the silica platform is a hot pool of different temperatures for visitors to experience. There is a massage therapy center on site, offering a wide range of treatments using indigenous herbal oils and ointments.

Day 2 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa, Wairakei Resort Taupo nearby is the best place to stay.

Wairakei Resort Taupo

Wairakei Resort Taupo believe in providing visitors with a one of kind geothermal experience and believe in providing visitors to Taupo with modern hotel room and villa accommodation, abundant indoor & outdoor leisure facilities and exquisite New Zealand focused dining options. Wairakei Resort Taupo is the largest international 4-star resort in the North Island and the resort still enjoys a wonderful historic & relaxing atmosphere. Wairakei Resort is located in the beautiful Wairakei Tourist Park, on the northern fringe of Taupo.

Day 3 | Morning

Taupo Bungy

Ticket Price: 180 NZD

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: 202 Spa Rd, Taupo 3330, New Zealand

New Zealand's tallest water bungee jump, set 154 feet above the Waikato River, offers breathtaking views as you dip into the crystal clear water below.

Day 3 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Taupo Bungy, Huka Prawn Park next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Huka Prawn Park

Opening Hours: Open on Mon,Thu-Fri,9:00am-3:00pm;Closed on Tue-Wed;Open on Sat-Sun,9:00am-4:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: 200 Karetoto Road, Wairakei, Taupō 3377, New Zealand

Huka Prawn Park is one of only a few geothermal shrimp farms in the world, located next to Huka Falls, a 10-minute drive from Taupo city centre. The scenery inside the shrimp farm is pleasant, and it is rich in the famous geothermal shrimp.

Day 3 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Quality Suites Huka Falls is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Quality Suites Huka Falls

Huka Falls Resort is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests in Taupo. The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Family room, babysitting, tours, restaurant, meeting facilities are on the list of things guests can enjoy. Each guestroom is elegantly furnished and equipped with handy amenities. The hotel offers various recreational opportunities. No matter what your reasons are for visiting Taupo, Huka Falls Resort will make you feel instantly at home.

Day 4 | Morning

Volcanic Activity Centre

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Taupo

At the center of volcanic activity in Taupo, one can observe the region's volcanoes, the largest volcano in the South Pacific, which erupted in AD 230 and destroyed the North Island of New Zealand.

Day 4 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Volcanic Activity Centre, you can head to Kinloch, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Kinloch

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: New Zealand

Kinloch Town is a quiet lakeside town with good views. It is suitable to stay here for a few days and slowly enjoy this leisure and tranquility.

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