Taupō has become an increasingly popular tourist destination, as the town sits on the edge of the huge Lake Taupō. There are plenty of outdoor sports on offer such as jet-boating, and biking trails. Be sure to walk along the popular Huka Falls trail if you are in the area.
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Two car rental depots in Taupo. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis and Budget. |
 Starts at NZD $62/day From December 11, 2023 to December 14, 2023 |  Starts at NZD $64/day From December 11, 2023 to December 14, 2023 |
 Starts at NZD $67/day From December 11, 2023 to December 14, 2023 |  Starts at NZD $95/day From December 08, 2023 to December 11, 2023 |
*Rates last updated on December 05, 2023 Rental rate prices displayed were available in response to a search at 6:01 am on December 05, 2023 by a New Zealand resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Please note that the depot hours below may change at any time without notice.
You can go whenever and wherever you like with the convenience of your car hire. If you are 'up the road' in Rotorua and would like to see the sights in Taupō, grab your vehicle there and drive over. Check out our Rotorua page for the best deals.
The region around Taupō can experience stormy weather conditions, particularly south of the lake in Tongariro National Park. If you are travelling to alpine regions take additional care and maintain slower speeds.
Because of its central location, Taupō is known as an events centre. In winter, Taupō is a good base for North Island skiing. In summer, there are lots of water based activities to enjoy, either on the lake, or from the Waikato River, New Zealand's longest waterway which originates at the lake. Taupo also hosts a summer concert at the end of January on the shores of the lake.
Sports enthusiasts should definitely visit Taupō as it hosts the annual IRONMAN New Zealand and Lake Taupō Cycle Challenge. Every Labour Weekend, that's at the end of October, Taupō presents Graffiato, New Zealand's premier street art festival featuring a collection of New Zealand's best and most recognised street artists. There are tons of adventure activities in Taupō, which can be hard on the pocket.
Prices start at NZD $62 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $104 per day for a Compact SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Taupo.
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