Local Guide
Educational
Lake Taupo Museum and Art Gallery
Email: cpotter@taupo.govt.nz
Phone: (07) 3760416
Story Place (in the park in the centre of town)
· Hands on Activities
· Onsite registered teacher
· Programmes planned to suit your needs
· Creative learning opportunities
· Historic Location
· Art gallery with exhibitions changing monthly
$1 charge per student
Contact: Christine Potter 07376 0416
Mt Ruapehu Visitor's Centre
Come to our exciting visitors centre nestled at the foot of Mt Ruapehu. The Visitors Centre is fun, interactive and informative. We have an great teachers resource which can help you with your tour of the VC and the region.
We have two Audio Visual (AV's) presentations which are favourites with schools; the first is The sacred gift of Tongariro. This presentation brings to life the Maori myths of the Park's volcanoes, European settlement of the area, landscapes and recreational activities within the Park. (25 mins)
The second, Volcanoes of the South Wind describes the power and unpredictable nature of volcanoes and the earth-building which has shaped this National Park and its surroundings. (15 mins)
There is a small cost for the AV's - for one - $1 per student, for both $1.50 per student. Teachers and chaperones are free. We do not bill, so payment is required on the day.
If you would like something more programme specific please do not hesitate to contact me.
gdavies@doc.govt.nz
Volcanic Activity Centre
Website: http://www.volcanoes.co.nz
Email: volcaniccentre@xtra.co.nz
Phone: (07) 3748375
Fax: (07) 3748370
PO Box 1652Corner of Karetoto Road & Huka Falls RoadWairakei ParkTaupo
Just two kilometres north of the Huka Falls is situated the Volcanic Activity Centre, the hottest place in town. The Taupo Volcanic Zone stretches from Mt Ruapehu in the Central Plateau to White Island in the Bay of Plenty. It is known as one of the worlds largest and most active geothermal and volcanic areas to date. Visit our centre and experience the mysteries and wonders of this unique area.
Recreational
Walks
Website: http://www.volcanoes.co.nz
Phone: (07) 3868607
There are a large number of walks and tramps in the Taupo region that are suitalble for school groups of all ages. Contact the Department of Conservation for further information.
AC Baths
Website: http://www.taupovenues.co.nz
Email: Ecreception@taupovenues.co.nz
Phone: (07) 3760354
Fax: (07) 3760359
AC Baths AveTaupo
The AC Baths is a thermally heated complex that caters for everyone. With a Indoor and Outdoor 25m Lane Pools, a huge Indoor and Outdoor Leisure
Pool that is inter-linked so you can swim in either pool without leaving the thermally heated water. To keep the kids (& big kids) entertained, we have a Bombing Zone, Tarzan Swing, Large inflatable obstacle course (large groups must book) and 2 x Hydroslides. An excellent onsite Cafe for those needing that caffeine and hunger fix as well as BBQ areas for hire for families, clubs, teams, groups or birthday parties.