10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Taupo District That You Shouldn't Miss

Authentic Maori Culture, we're also mobile and can come to you! There are several cultural experiences in Aotearoa offering genuine Maori culture. What makes us special is our philosophy to interact & relate with you on a local level that you will enjoy! We call this whanaungatanga (sharing the love). Experience the essence of our culture about our mountains, lakes, rivers & people. Our performances will touch your soul!

Kia Ora and Welcome to Rafting New Zealand. A family run business established in 1991. We raft the best rivers, providing family fun rafting for ages 3 years and up all the way through to extreme whitewater action. With professional, fun, Kiwi guides, premier gear and facilities, Maori culture and an excellent safety record, book with us to experience the thrill of rafting, Aotearoa styles. Rafting NZ is NZ's most awarded rafting company.

Tongariro River Rafting is the most experienced outdoor adventure company on the Tongariro River. We create journeys, share stories and bring people closer to nature through biking, fishing and rafting. We celebrate 25 years as a family owned and operated business in 2015. We're passionate about showing off our amazing region to visitors and are dedicated to preserving the natural environment of the Tongariro River for future generations – so much so, we founded the Blue Duck Project – with the goal of returning the rare native Blue Duck to its traditional habitat along the Tongariro River. Our adventures include Grade 3 white water rafting trips, family floats for the younger rafters or first timers, mountain biking and fishing. On your Grade 3 white water rafting trip, you will have an unforgettable 2.5 hours navigating over 60 heart-pounding rapids with an expert guide at the helm. All of our guides are highly trained professionals and our equipment is top quality. You'll even enjoy a deli style lunch after your trip (hot soup in winter). Prepare yourself for one of the most stunning white water rafting adventures in New Zealand – we know this river like the back of our paddle! “Oar-some!!”

Experience the best views of New Zealand’s most visited natural attraction, Huka Falls with Huka Falls River Cruise. Enjoy incredible views of this spectacular waterfall in comfort with Huka Falls River Cruise’s purpose-built river boat. Sit back and relax as we glide along the Waikato River, New Zealand’s longest river, to Huka Falls. Experience the crystal clear water, birdlife, natural hot streams and the native tree-lined bush with our informative local guides. Enjoy the views and capture the best photos from our open-air large rear deck and front viewing platforms. We bring you so close to the falls that you can feel the spray on your face. The river is always calm so we can operate our family friendly, 1 hour 20 minute cruise in all weather. Complimentary tea and coffee is available in the comfortable inside seating area. Watch the opening of the Aratiatia Dam to create spectacular rapids before or after your cruise.

The Locked Room is a live puzzle game experience involving the illusion of being trapped in a room. You will need to work together to find hidden clues, solve puzzles and crack codes to ensure you escape the room in time. The experience will challenge all levels of ability.

Cable Wakeboarding, Taupo, NZ We have been operating in a man made lake beside the Waikato River. Our cable system is run by an electric motor, a cable runs between 2 towers with a ski handle pulling you. This becomes a big continuous figure 8 course. Whether you are a wakeboarder, skier, snowboarder or Kite Boarder you can ride our cable exactly like riding behind a boat, kite or snow but easier.