Activities & Attractions, New Zealand
Pukawa Villas has a unique location that is accessible to everything that the Central North Island has to offer – from the Whakapapa Ski Field at Mt Ruapehu to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, to the Tongariro River for world-class trout fishing and white water rafting.
Hike the best one-day walk in the world with our Tongariro Crossing.
Experience a walk like no other, among active volcanic craters, old lava flows, steaming vents, native forest and stunning views. The Tongariro Alpine Crossing sits in a Dual World Heritage site, the Tongariro National Park, New Zealand’s oldest national park with a strong cultural history and extraordinary volcanic terrain.
Distance: 19.4 km
Time to complete: 6-8 hours
Lake Taupo is the trout fishing capital of the world and New Zealand’s premier fishing destination. You can experience great fishing in all seasons in this angler’s paradise.
Taupo and Turangi offer some of the best mountain biking tracks in the North Island. From sedate trails or the more adventurous, there is something for everyone.
This is the Mountain Biking Mecca of the Central North Island.
Transport and bike hire are available from local operators.
Pukawa Villas is within driving distance of some world-renowned golf courses.
Raft through some of New Zealand’s hidden sceneries in this must-do NZ experience.
Experience white water rafting on the Tongariro River with grade 3 white water action! When taking part on your Tongariro River rafting adventure you’ll raft over 50 exciting rapids, travel 14km, raft through a beautiful volcanic gorge. You’ll even get the chance to explore a hidden waterfall (jump optional, weather permitting).