Location: Turangi
Top Things to do in Turangi
Top 6 Nature & Parks in Turangi, North Island
Turangi is a small town on the west bank of the Tongariro River, 50 kilometres south-west of Taupo on the North Island Volcanic Plateau of New Zealand. It was built to accommodate the workers associated with the Tongariro hydro-electric power development project and their families. The town was designed to remain as a small servicing centre for the exotic forest plantations south of Lake Taupo and for tourists. It is well known for its trout fishing and calls itself "The trout fishing capital of the world". The major Māori hapu (tribe) of the Turangi area is Ngati Turangitukua.
Restaurants in Turangi
1. Mount Ngauruhoe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By iVeracity - Magenta, Australia
The first time we drove and Mount Ngauruhoe came into view it did not disappoint. In July it was snow covered and although we could not walk the Tongariro alpine crossing without a guide we walked as far as possible to the mountain. The walk is beautiful and accessible but you must be well prepared and have gear for all weather conditions. We started in beautiful sunshine with outstanding views of the mountain and returned in snow.
2. Tongariro National Trout Centre
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4.5 based on 260 reviews
Walk the banks of the world famous Tongariro River. Visit the Trout Hatchery with its own museum and fresh water aquarium. Learn the history of fishing in Taupo. Have a picnic by the pond, feed the trout with special food available for sale from our visitor centre. See wild trout in the streams and at the underwater viewing chamber. Small charge for adults, kids free!
Reviewed By aliheydari781
Fantastic place to visit. You can see lovely trouts from a close distance, get familiar with their reproduction process. A great place for kids too.
3. Tongariro River Trail
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4.5 based on 110 reviews
Always check the website for changes that might affect your trip.
Reviewed By MarkR7064 - Palmerston North, New Zealand
Fantastic walk, you can choose different length walks, I have previously done the 13km loop, on our last trip we were short on time so only did the SH1 to Major Jones bridge loop. Track is mostly flat walking (after the short climb to the lookout). worth taking the short tracks off the main track that lead down to the river for a look. Great leg stretch if only passing through Turangi, our dog loved it (please note dogs must be on a lead).
4. Tokaanu Thermal Pools
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4.0 based on 248 reviews
Reviewed By AucklandCedarchick - Auckland, New Zealand
Went straight to the Tokaanu Thermal Pools after completing the Tongariro Crossing in January and we all felt completely recovered with no aches the following day. They are very reasonably priced and great to have so close after the walk. Highly recommend
5. Tree Trunk Gorge tracks
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3.5 based on 11 reviews
Always check the website for changes that might affect your trip.
6. Kaimanawa Range
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
