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Turangi Accommodation and Attractions

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 is part of the Waikato region. View other accommodation in Waikato

Activities and Accommodation in Turangi
Accommodation : Wheelchair friendly
Attractions : RESET

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$ 95 - 140 per night
 
 
 
 
 
 
Set on park-like grounds, our units are tucked away from the main road and offer guests a relaxing stay within minutes of some of New Zealand’s most breathtaking scenery. We are approx 40 minutes drive from the Ruapehu ski fields...
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Mt Ruapehu Walk photo
Not only is Mt Ruapehu the North Island's highest mountain, it is one of New Zealand's most famous peaks. Ruapehu has repeatedly featured in international news media, due to spectacular eruptions in 1995 and 1996, and a Crater Lake break-out lahar (from...
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Tongariro Crossing photo
The Tongariro Crossing isn't one of New Zealand's most popular walks for nothing, and if you have time, a great side excursion is to walk to summit of Mt Tongariro along the way. Although lower than nearby Mt Ngauruhoe, Mt Tongariro is actually parent...
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Action-Packed Whitewater Rafting or Family Float Trip Fun. Hot Pool at our Tokaanu Base. Maritime Safety Approved. Freephone: 0800 VOLCANO (865 226). Internet: www.raftingnewzealand.com
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Visit Ruapehu photo
Ruapehu region is home to the dual-listed world heritage Tongariro National Park, the Whanganui National Park, as well as the Whanganui River, the longest navigable river in the country. We've got two of the most active volcanoes in the world and the two largest...
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Turangi 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.

The Turangi area covers some 2273 km², and is located close to the edge of the Kaimanawa Ranges and ten kilometres north of the stretch of State Highway 1 known as the Desert Road.

Built on the banks of the Tongariro River, Turangi and it’s surrounding countryside offers challenging hunting, fishing, mountain biking, hiking or leisurely bush walks, white water rafting, kayaking, sight seeing and much more.

The world famous Tongariro River, runs through the middle of the town. The town calls itself "The trout fishing capital of the world".
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