Mount Ruapehu Ski Area

Travel Guide

Craters of the Moon which includes tranquil scenes, landscape views and mountains
Turangi which includes a river or creek
Huka Falls showing a sunset, a lake or waterhole and forest scenes
Turangi showing a house and landscape views
Turangi showing mountains as well as an individual male

Where to stay in Mount Ruapehu Ski Area

Taupo featuring a lake or waterhole

Taupō Central

While visiting Taupō Central, you might make a stop by sights like Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp and Lake Taupo.

Taupō Central
Some may have seen this in photos before, but no photo does it justice; or shows you the awesomeness quite like when you are standing directly on the side of the boat and within metres of this brilliant carving. I took a small boat that served treats, pizza and wine. Although travelling alone I was able to meet people on this trip very easily. I went on the Ernest Kemp Steamboat. Such character and lovely staff.

Acacia Bay

Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider a stop by Lake Taupo while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Acacia Bay
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Wharewaka

While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupo and The Landing Lake Taupo.

Wharewaka
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Two Mile Bay

When in Two Mile Bay, you can plan a visit to Taupo Hot Springs and The Landing Lake Taupo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Two Mile Bay
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Rainbow Point

If you're spending some time in Rainbow Point, Lake Taupo and Three Mile Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Rainbow Point
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Waiotaka Valley

Waiotaka Valley might not have many top sights, but Tongariro National Trout Centre and River Vineyard are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Waiotaka Valley

Popular places to visit

Tongariro National Park which includes a sunset, mountains and landscape views

Tongariro National Park

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Tongariro National Park, a lovely green space in Tongariro National Park. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Tongariro National Park
Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

5/5(25 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a lovely green space in Tongariro National Park. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Huka Falls showing a bridge and rapids as well as a large group of people

Huka Falls

4.5/5(77 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Huka Falls, a lovely green space in Rotokawa. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Huka Falls
People gather at a hot spot in the Waikato river. Because of the geothermal activity in this area, this area of the lake is like a hot tub. #waikatoriver #geothermal #nature #newzealand #taupo #hotspot

Spa Thermal Park

4/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spa Thermal Park during your travels in Taupo.

Spa Thermal Park
Craters of the Moon showing mist or fog and tranquil scenes

Craters of the Moon

4/5(16 reviews)

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Craters of the Moon, a lovely green space in Wairakei. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Craters of the Moon
Turangi which includes a river or creek

Taranaki Falls

5/5(7 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Taranaki Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Tongariro National Park. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Taranaki Falls