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This half-day Tongariro River journey is one of the best rafting adventures in New Zealand. The rapids are Grade Three, which makes this an ideal adventure for expert or first-time rafters alike. In 2 1/2 hours you navigate over 60 roller coaster rapids with an expert guide at the helm. A large part the top section of this trip can only be accessed by raft or kayak so you’ll see plenty of spectacular unspoilt wilderness.
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Book yourself a ride on one of New Zealand's most picturesque jet-boat rides - the Hukafalls Jet right to the base of the magnificent Huka Falls. Free transfers available from Taupo.

Huka Prawn Park, New Zealand's only Prawn Farm and Prawn Fishing Park, and home to legendary, Shawn the Prawn. Set on over 6 hectares of parkland dedicted to the production of New Zealand prawns and pure family fun, Huka Prawn Park offers a day of fun and excitement for the entire family. Take a guided tour and hand feed the baby prawns, challenge your mates on the interactive water features, feed the wild trout in the river, take the Killer Prawn Golf Challenge or sit back and catch lunch at Hook-a-Prawn Fishing.
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As the saying goes, the best things in life are FREE. The free and family things to do make Great Lake Taupō the perfect place for a summer holiday. There are heaps of free activities available in the Great Lake Taupo region. Having a soak in the Spa Park Hot Pools with your mates and sharing a picnic at the lakefront while kids play in the water are what make your holiday here in Great lake Taupo special – and it doesn’t cost a thing!

Taupo is a vibrant community with a bustling café and restaurant scene, and varied nightlife. The boutique nature of the shopping area and ongoing calendar of events makes this a destination to suit all visitors. The outdoor lifestyle is second to none here with easy access to the bush, lake and mountains. Time away is about enjoying the simple things in life and Taupo certainly delivers on this.