Chris Jolly Outdoors is introducing the first experience of its kind this summer on Lake Taupō! Taurikura Māori Cultural Experience aboard Cruise Cat is the creation of Atera and Henare Pitiroi, working together with the students of the local Te Kura Kaupapa. They have created an educational interactive cultural experience for guests to learn to work the poi, play traditional Māori games, sample Rewana bread and even get their own washable moko. As the boat cruises on Lake Taupō, guests will hear the songs and learn the history and stories of the Tūwharetoa people.

Lake Taupō Hole in One is a fun activity for all ages. Try hitting a golf ball 100 metres over the moana and onto a floating pontoon and you could win yourself $10,000 - it's a challenge. Est. in 1993 from an idea written on the back of a beer coaster; the iconic Lake Taupō Hole in One Challenge is an all-weather year-round fun activity. The Hole in One has become a ritual stop for many holiday makers, boasting the best views over the Lake to the Mountains and is the perfect place to for taking that ultimate holiday snap shot. Get a hole in one in either the blue or white flag and win a trip with one of our awesome Taupō tourism whanau, guaranteed to have a great Taupō experience.

Experience the Best Rafting Adventures in Aotearoa, New Zealand with Rafting New Zealand (RNZ) - New Zealand's most awarded rafting company. A family run business established in 1991, RNZ prides itself on it's fun, friendly award winning service and impeccable safety record.With an all "Kiwi" professional guide team, Māori culture, the best raft base facilities and awesome whitewater rivers - a rafting adventure with RNZ is not to be missed! We raft daily, providing rafting adventures for all ages, abilities and expectations. Experience the thrill of rafting - Aotearoa styles!

At the turn of last century, visitors worldwide travelled to Wairakei to ‘take the waters’, testifying to their “curative properties” and “therapeutic effects”. Today a series of pools have been developed, strategically positioned below silica terraces and waterfalls with temperatures ranging between 42 and 36 degrees. Taking advantage of geothermal water that is drawn to the earth’s surface from 1.5 kilometres underground, these mineral enriched pools will warm your body to the core while nourishing and moisturising your skin. This natural outdoor setting is perfect for complete rest and relaxation and an extremely appealing experience for anyone wanting to indulge in something unique