Title: Wharewaka Travel Guide: Best of Wharewaka, Taupō Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Wharewaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Wharewaka-Taupo-Hotels.0-n553248635976384188-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Taupō](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Taupo.d3571.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Taupō](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Taupo.d3571.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Wharewaka Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Wharewaka.d553248635976384188.Car-Hire-Guide)[Wharewaka Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Wharewaka.d553248635976384188.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Wharewaka Travel Guide ## Taupō ## Visit Wharewaka Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Taupō travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Taup.dx3571) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Geothermal Landscape with hot boiling mud and sulphur springs due to volcanic activity in Wai-O-Tapu, Thermal Wonderland New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108150/01b29e58-e4a9-4240-a58d-af1c460f5475.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupō Hot Springs 4/5(5 reviews) Enjoy an outing to Taupō Hot Springs during your stay in Taupō. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Hot-Springs-Hilltop.d6108150.Attraction) ![rotorua lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974614317/4854363f-28cb-40d1-88c4-2e121bb56d0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spa Thermal Park Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupō. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spa-Thermal-Park-Taupo.d553248635974614317.Attraction) ![Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery which includes indigenous culture and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108148/85b9e1ac-522e-496d-ab35-273a79517548.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupō Museum and Art Gallery 4.5/5(2 reviews) Browse and purchase fascinating pieces of art and go on an exciting cultural journey at this popular museum and gallery. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Museum-And-Art-Gallery-Taupo-Central.d6108148.Attraction) #### The Landing Lake Taupō Enjoy an outing to The Landing Lake Taupō during your stay in Taupō. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Landing-Lake-Taupo-Wharewaka.d736322830499901440.Attraction) #### Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp 5/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Marina-And-Boat-Ramp-Taupo.d6293968.Attraction) #### Wairakei Geothermal Power Station 4/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wairakei-Geothermal-Power-Station-Tauhara.d553248621532610749.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Picture 1 for Activity Taupō: Lake Taupo Maori Rock Carving 2.5-Hour Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4680566/f8360bec-ac64-4713-b740-43e852df1191.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings £25 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/taupo-sail-barbary-eco-sailing-to-the-maori-rock-carvings.a4680566.activity-details) ![Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48237295/06953f1d-cdcb-47a2-b102-d4cfa00f78ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour £58 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/taupo-maori-rock-carvings-kayaking-tour.a48237295.activity-details) ![Shoot through the rapids](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395558/8fcf2003-0f81-4016-8673-1bc5170f4968.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waikato River Jet Boat Ride from Taupo £66 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/waikato-river-jet-boat-ride-from-taupo.a1395558.activity-details) ![Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45975510/33b84a04-04c8-46d6-ada3-f83c384a247a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taupo: Lake Taupo Western Bays Catamaran Tour with Bush Walk £62 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/taupo-lake-taupo-western-bays-catamaran-tour-with-bush-walk.a45975510.activity-details) ![The plummeting depths of crystal clear waters make it easy to get to the base of the waterfalls.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49789529/1f2dcf3b-babe-4891-a051-c3950c8a839e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Western Bays Sightseeing Tour from Kinloch Lake Taupo £58 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/western-bays-sightseeing-tour-from-kinloch-lake-taupo.a49789529.activity-details) ![Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures -Tiua](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46509332/b014f34b-6870-4014-97a7-352b18b45739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luxury Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures £30 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/luxury-sailing-maori-rock-carvings-taupo-sailing-adventures.a46509332.activity-details) [See all activities in Taupō](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Taupo.d3571.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Wharewaka ![Jaw Dropping Views, Taupo View Loft in stunning Wharewaka.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44230000/44221100/44221082/w5152h3257x0y0-7e4de99d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Jaw Dropping Views, Taupo View Loft in stunning Wharewaka. Wharewaka TAUPO £105 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions The Landing Lake Taupō and Four Mile ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews) Clean, comfortable, conveniently close to town, easy communication with host. Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=44221082&PinnedHotelID=44221082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976384188) ![Spacious Holiday Home 5minute walk to the Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92010000/92006100/92006015/f2e03f8a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Spacious Holiday Home 5minute walk to the Lake Taupo Waikato Stay at this holiday home in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions The Landing Lake Taupō and Four Mile Bay are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews) Very welcoming hosts and a wonderful place to stay Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=92006015&PinnedHotelID=92006015&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976384188) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=92006015&PinnedHotelID=92006015&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976384188) ![Stylish New Retreat in Taupo -- Fireplace, BBQ, Walk to lake, Countdown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99510000/99508700/99508636/037d88d2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stylish New Retreat in Taupo -- Fireplace, BBQ, Walk to lake, Countdown Taupō Waikato £425 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in Taupō. Enjoy laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Three Mile Bay and Four Mile Bay are located ... Family break from the UK Very lovely house - spacious and elegant. A short walk to the lake. Reviewed on 2 Jan 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=99508636&PinnedHotelID=99508636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976384188) ![Lakefront Lodge Taupo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37810000/37804500/37804403/26385868_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lakefront Lodge Taupo 100 Lake Terrace Taupo £56 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,008 reviews) Clean room easy walking distance from town Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=37804403&PinnedHotelID=37804403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976384188) ![Wairakei Resort Taupo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1668700/1668649/dbfc4614_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wairakei Resort Taupo 640 Wairakei Road Wairakei £66 9 Mar - 10 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf hotel in Wairakei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) We found everything excellent. Clean, spacious, great complex to stay in Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=1668649&PinnedHotelID=1668649&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976384188) ![Lakeland Resort Taupo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2594300/2594246/75bae6ac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lakeland Resort Taupo 282 Lake Terrace Taupo £74 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Taupō. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Great staff, beds and food. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=2594246&PinnedHotelID=2594246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976384188) [See all 829 properties in Wharewaka](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976384188) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Rainbow-Point.dx553248635976388766) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Maori Carvings. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Two-Mile-Bay.dx553248635976395217) ![Lake Taupo sunset with horse rider](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976389567/857f5bc3-f60a-43f4-ae57-d0529b879dfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Maori Carvings. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Richmond-Heights.dx553248635976389567) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waipahihi If you're spending some time in Waipahihi, Lake Taupō and Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Waipahihi.dx553248635976385770) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waitahanui-Five-Mile-Bay.dx553248635926198338) ![Looking out across Lake Taupo at the Central North Island volcanoes, Mount Ruapehu, Mount Ngauruhoe, and Mount Tongariro. The town of Taupo is very nice, with plenty of cheap hostels, around $25-35 per night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3571/9d7f8185-fcaa-4d4a-a088-f235f61ae7e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hilltop While visiting Hilltop, you might make a stop by sights like Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taupo-Hilltop.dx553248635976395772) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Wharewaka Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app