Wharewaka Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Spa Thermal Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupo.
Taupo 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 Taupo
You can take time to visit The Landing Lake Taupo during your travels to Taupo.
Taupo Hot Springs
Enjoy an outing to Taupo Hot Springs during your stay in Taupo. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre is just one of the places to see in Taupo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.
Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
Explore the campus of Wairakei Geothermal Power Station during your stay in Taupo. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Activities
Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding
Kinloch: Lake Taupo Catamaran Cruise with Paddleboarding
Escape Room Experience Taupo - The Marvelous Circus
Our pick of the best Wharewaka Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Wharewaka
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Rainbow Point
While visiting Rainbow Point, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupo and Three Mile Bay.
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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 Taupo Hot Springs and Spa Thermal Park.
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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 Taupo Hot Springs and Maori Carvings.
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Waipahihi
If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupo and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
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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 Taupo or Five Mile Bay while you're exploring the area.
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Hilltop
While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupo Hot Springs and Lake Taupo.
- Lake Taupo
- Huka Falls
- Taupo Hot Springs
- Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa
- Craters of the Moon
- Spa Thermal Park
- Orakei Korako Geothermal Park and Cave
- Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
- Wairakei Geothermal Power Station
- A.C. Baths
- Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp
- Wairakei International Golf Course
- Taupo Museum and Art Gallery
- Maori Carvings
- Wairakei Natural Thermal Valley
- Prawn Farm
- Golf Club Taupo
- Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park
- Aratiatia Rapids
- Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
- Topgun Paintball
- Rock`n Ropes
- Mind Junction