Turangi

Turangi is all about hiking, rafting, skiing, and fishing. If you love the outdoors, you’ll be right at home here.

Turangi is set on the banks of the Tongariro River, with Mount Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupo on its doorstep. For you this means there is no end to outdoor adventures. A top choice is the challenging Tongariro Alpine Crossing, rated as one of the country’s best day walks because of its volcanic landscape. Whitewater rafting on the Tongariro River and snow sports on the Whakapapa ski field are awesome too. Go on, get your boots on, Turangi is calling.

Explore Turangi

Iwikau Village

Stay in a cozy cabin on the slopes of an active volcano and enjoy year-round outdoor pursuits on the mountainous terrain.

Taupo

Set in a geothermal landscape, overlooking New Zealand’s largest lake, it’s only logical that Taupo is a hot item on the North Island’s tourist trail.

Where to stay in Turangi

Judges Pool Motel

92 Taupahi Road

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Located near the slopes, this Turangi motel is in the mountains, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and close to winter activities such as cross-country skiing and skiing lessons. Tongariro National Trout Centre is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Turangi Bridge Motel

4600 State Highway 1

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Situated on the riverwalk, this motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Tongariro National Trout Centre. Lake Taupo and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Parklands Motorlodge

25 Te Arahori Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Turangi, this golf motel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and within 3 mi (5 km) of Tongariro National Trout Centre and Lake Taupo. Tongariro National Park and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Settlers Motel

24 Te Arahori Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

This family-friendly Turangi motel is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre, Tongariro National Trout Centre and Lake Taupo. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro National Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Tongariro Lodge

83 Grace Road

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupo. Tongariro National Trout Centre and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are also within 6 mi (10 km).

River Birches

19 Koura Street

Rated 5.0 / 5 by Guests

Situated on a river, this luxury lodge is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Tongariro National Trout Centre and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Tokaanu Thermal Pools. Kuratau Jetty and Tongariro Alpine Crossing are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Turangi Trout Lodge

237 Taupahi Road

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Turangi, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and within 3 mi (5 km) of Tongariro National Trout Centre and Lake Taupo. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro National Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Oreti Village Resort

Mission House DrivePukawa, Pukawa

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Situated on the waterfront, this resort is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Taupo and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kuratau Jetty and Tongariro National Park. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Pureora Forest Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Acacia Cliffs Lodge

1/133 Mapara RoadAcacia Bay, Acacia Bay

Rated 5.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Acacia Bay, this luxury lodge is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Lake Taupo and within 6 mi (10 km) of Taupo i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Taupo Marina and Boat Ramp. Taupo Museum and Art Gallery and Taupo Bungy are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Tongariro Holiday Park

State highway 47

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Tongariro Forest Park, this campground is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Tongariro National Park and within 9 mi (15 km) of Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Lake Rotopounamu. Mangatepopo Trail Head and Mount Tongariro are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Motuoapa Bay Motels

58 State Highway 1

Rated 3.9 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Motuoapa, this motel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Taupo and within 9 mi (15 km) of Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre and Tongariro National Trout Centre. Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Tongariro National Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Oasis Motel & Holiday Park

426 State Highway 41, R.D. 1

Rated 3.9 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Tokaanu, this campground is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Tokaanu Thermal Pools and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre. Tongariro National Trout Centre and Lake Rotopounamu are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Things to do in Turangi

Tongariro River Grade 3 Whitewater Rafting

By Tongariro River Rafting

Navigate over 60 heart-pounding, roller coaster rapids with an expert guide on the Tongariro River. Enjoy complimentary transfers from Taupo or join the

Duration: 4h

Tongariro Family Fun

By Rafting New Zealand

This is the best Grade 2 trip in the country and is great Safe way to experience the thrill of rafting. This Rafting Adventure is all about having fun while

Duration: 3h

Tongariro River Rafting - Grade 2 Suitable for Families

By Tongariro River Rafting

Every rapid tells a story - you've just got to know how to read it. To discover the land, follow the river in this leisurely 1.5 hour trip down the soft,

Duration: 3h 30m

Tongariro White Water

By Rafting New Zealand

Experience White Water Rafting on the Tongariro River with Grade 3 white water action! When taking part in our Tongariro river rafting adventure you’ll raft

Duration: 4h

Cities near Turangi

Taupo

Set in a geothermal landscape, overlooking New Zealand’s largest lake, it’s only logical that Taupo is a hot item on the North Island’s tourist trail.

Wairakei

While an unlikely holiday destination at first sight, Wairakei’s powerful natural features can sooth the soul.

Waiotapu

We’re putting the challenge out there: visit Wai-O-Tapu and see how quickly your photos of this Thermal Wonderland become your desktop wallpaper.

Rotorua

A whole lot of heaven and a little bit of hell, Rotorua does nature like nowhere else on Earth.

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