Top Taupo Fun & Games

Cruise around the scenic bays of Lake Taupo and admire the Maori Rock Carvings during this boat tour. Aboard the boat, listen to informative commentary about the ecology, volcanology, and cultural history of the area. Admire the impressive views of the snowy mountain tops of the UNESCO-listed Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupo's picturesque shores. See the Maori Rock Carvings depicting the legends of the local Tuwharetoa tribe. Choose from morning departure (includes tea) or afternoon departure (includes a fishing demonstration).

Take a break from the busy-ness of sightseeing and enjoy a couple of hours on the water. On board a charter yacht, the Kindred Spirit, sail on Lake Taupo, admiring the mountain views. Sail to the Maori Rock Carvings, which can only be seen from the water. If the weather’s good you can swim, or simply sit on the deck and relax with a blanket to keep you warm.

Relax aboard an eco-friendly electric yacht on Lake Taupo during this sightseeing cruise to the Ngātoroirangi Mine Bay Māori Rock Carvings. Accessible solely by water, this impressive work of art was created by a master carver in the 1970s. Get close to the 46-foot (14-meter)-high gallery and enjoy beautiful views from the deck. Relax with a complimentary glass of wine or beer if you sail in the evening.

We are located in central Taupo. Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and puzzles to escape in 60 minutes or less...... The Marvelous Circus LAST CLUE CHANGE: December 2023 DIFFICULTY LEVELS: Standard 4/5, Advanced 4/5 You are the new performing act at The Marvelous Circus, before you settle in there has been an unnerving discovery. The fortune teller's crystal ball has vanished overnight, and they think someone has taken it to sabotage her act. We need the crystal ball to perform the Circus Show tonight, you only have 60 minutes before the first act in, hurry, you're our only hope to recover it before the curtain rises.

Paddle a kayak to the magnificent Maori rock carvings on Lake Taupo with a half-day tour from Acacia Bay. You’ll learn the cultural significance behind the towering inscriptions, which were completed in 1980, and enjoy great views across the crystal-clear lake to the Tongariro Mountains. Approaching the Maori rock carvings by kayak means you can see them up close, passing native bush and tiny inlets, then floating right at the base of the cliff. Both morning and afternoon departures are available and beginning paddlers are welcome.

Transport for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is essential. If you are staying in Taupo and you do not have a vehicle this is the only option that takes you to and from the Tongariro Alpine Crossing from Taupo. If you have a vehicle and you would like to drive yourself please look at our Ketetahi park n ride. Another great option for fast and slow hikers.

Confinement Taupō has four exciting, fully themed escape rooms. Each room has a unique theme, storyline and clues that will keep you wondering what lies ahead as you work your way through each space solving clues.

We are located in central Taupo. Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and puzzles to escape in 60 minutes or less. LAST CLUE CHANGE: June 2023 DIFFICULTY LEVELS: Standard 4/5, Advanced 4/5 A group of you have gathered for a picnic in the forest. It was all laughter and fun, but little did you know that the smell of freshly baked gingerbread was about to change your outing into a thrilling adventure. The smell of gingerbread wafted through the air, intoxicating your senses. Unable to resist, you follow the smell deep into the forest. Time seems to tick faster as you discover a note, hastily scribbled in sugar dust that you are trapped. The witch would return from the market in precisely 60 minutes, and those trapped will be turned into gingerbread soldiers to join her wicked army. Suitability: This room (while still difficult enough for adults) is our most family-friendly theme. If you love a fun story, this is the room for you!

Get your team together and put your detective hats on to see if you can solve the clues and puzzles to escape in 60 minutes or less... The Cabin in the Woods Last Clue Change: November 22 Difficulty Levels: Standard 4/5, Advanced 5/5 Storyline: Venture into a creepy forest to investigate for yourself the ghost stories that have been circulating about the lady in the cabin in the woods. She is supposedly mad, but your curiosity has got the better of you and you start snooping in her cabin for answers - don't spend too long though, if you stay longer than an hour you'll become crazy just like the lady in the cabin! Suitability: *EPILEPSY WARNING* There are bright lights that flash in this room. This room is suitable for all ages at parental discretion. Please note there are fake cobwebs and props in this room that can look scary.