Things to do in taupo for families

The little town of Taupo is an excellent base to explore the central region of New Zealand's North Island.

Sitting on the shore of vast Lake Taupo and close to the mountains of Tongariro National Park, Taupo has grown into an action-adventure center with an abundance of hiking, boating, and river rafting opportunities for travelers who want to explore New Zealand's famed natural scenery.

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Both the Tongariro Alpine Crossing and hiking on Mount Ruapehu are among the best day hikes you'll find anywhere in the Southern Hemisphere.

Like Rotorua, the Taupo region is full of geothermal activity, with wild-colored silica terraces, hot springs, and steam vents bursting from the ground.

For visitors not looking to get hot and sweaty while trekking up a volcanic cone, these areas, such as Orakei Korako, offer an easy way to witness the geological wonders of New Zealand's volcanic foundations.

For more information on these and other fun things to do, be sure to read our list of the top tourist attractions

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