Mount Ruapehu Ski Area Travel Guide
Where to stay in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area
Acacia Bay
Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider stopping by Lake Taupo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupo Hot Springs and Lake Taupo.
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 Taupo Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.
Wharewaka
While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupo and The Landing Lake Taupo.
Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Nukuhau
While visiting Nukuhau, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupo and Waikato River.
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Popular places to visit
Tongariro National Park
Explore New Zealand’s phenomenal volcanic landscape and trek across one of the best known hiking trails in the country.
Huka Falls
Whether viewing from a boat, bridge or the riverbank, this set of waterfalls is a spectacular sight as a huge body of water surges forward and downward.
Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa
Soak in these mineral-infused hot springs to truly immerse yourself in the Māori traditions and incredible scenery of the Taupo region.
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Explore the great outdoors at Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a lovely green space in Tongariro National Park. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Craters of the Moon
Experience a strange volcanic landscape where steam clouds swirl in the air and mud pools pop and boil beneath your feet.
Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupo.
- Mount Ruapehu
- Lake Taupo
- Tongariro National Park
- Huka Falls
- Whakapapa Ski Area
- Taupo Hot Springs
- Tongariro Alpine Crossing
- Turoa Ski Area
- Craters of the Moon
- Spa Thermal Park
- Mount Tongariro
- Tokaanu Thermal Pools
- Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
- Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre
- Big Carrot
- A.C. Baths
- Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp
- Wairakei International Golf Course
- Ohakune Old Coach Road
- Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
- Taranaki Falls
- Ratana Church
- Taupo Museum and Art Gallery
- Maori Carvings
- Mt Ngauruhoe
- Mount Ngauruhoe
- Mangatepopo Trail Head
- Lower Tama Lake
- Whakapapa and Whanganui River Confluence
- Waitonga Falls Walk Trailhead
- Kuratau Jetty