Town in Waikato, New Zealand
Taupo for solo travelers
Is Taupo good for solo travel?
Lake town on New Zealand's largest lake, base for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, skydiving and hot springs. Easy and affordable; the center is small and a car is needed for most sights.
Solo travel at a glance
| Solo travel | 4/5 · Very good for solo travel |
|---|---|
| Locals | Friendly |
| English | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Safety | 5/5 · Very safe |
| Solo women | Very comfortable for solo women. Normal care on remote walks and with hitchhiking. |
How to meet people in Taupo
Hostels near the lakefront, group trips to Tongariro, hot-spring evenings at Wairakei and kayaking or fishing tours on the lake.
Good things to do alone
- Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing
- Walk to Huka Falls and ride the Hukafalls jet
- Swim at Spa Thermal Park hot springs
- Skydive over the lake
- Kayak to the Maori rock carvings at Mine Bay
Where to stay in Taupo
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Taupo Town Centre | Short stays: lakefront, cafés, hostels, bars |
| Acacia Bay | Quiet lakeside area west of town |
| Wharewaka | Residential area near the lake and golf course |
Solo travel across New Zealand
| Place | Solo | English |
|---|---|---|
| Queenstown | 5/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Auckland | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Wellington | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Christchurch | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Rotorua | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Wanaka | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Taupo | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Bay of Islands | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Coromandel | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Tauranga | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Dunedin | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Nelson | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Kaikoura | 4/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Milford Sound | 3/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Lake Tekapo | 3/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Waiheke Island | 3/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
| Franz Josef | 3/5 | Spoken almost everywhere |
Quick answers
Is Taupo good for solo travelers?
Very good for solo travel (4/5). Lake town on New Zealand's largest lake, base for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, skydiving and hot springs.
How do you meet people in Taupo?
Hostels near the lakefront, group trips to Tongariro, hot-spring evenings at Wairakei and kayaking or fishing tours on the lake. On SoloSquare you can also join small plans with other travelers who are there now.
Do people speak English in Taupo?
Spoken almost everywhere.
Is Taupo safe for solo female travelers?
Very comfortable for solo women. Normal care on remote walks and with hitchhiking.
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