Incentive Ideas

Now, for something really special...

Helicopter Silver Service Dinner

Get a helicopter to drop you off in the remote Western Bays of Lake Taupō for a silver service dinner. Dine in a beautiful private setting on the edge of the lake. Continue the party on a charter boat home.

Jet Boat Thrills

Take a jet boat ride on the mighty Waikato River. Slide past sheer cliffs with just centimetres to spare and then race to the base of the thundering Huka Falls or over the famous Fuljames Rapids. Experience the “jet turn” where your driver spins your boat through 360 degrees at high speed! Stop on the riverbank for a breather and refreshments.

Totally Taupō!

A package of three activities all organised for you. Start with a cruise on Lake Taupō on one of Chris Jolly's boats. Then get picked up by Helipro and helicopter out over the Maori Rock Carvings and Huka Falls. Land at Hukafalls Jet boat base and enjoy a 30 minute ride to the base of Huka Falls. What a WOW afternoon!

Tandem Skydiving

This has to be the ultimate adrenalin rush! The first tandem skydive operation in New Zealand started in Taupō and people now come from all over the world to jump out of the sky over Lake Taupō! I will if you will!

Be Treated like Royalty

Huka Lodge is one of New Zealand’s most luxurious and prestigious lodges and a favourite destination for visiting royals and movie stars. It is a haven for those seeking peace, privacy and personalised hospitality. Why not lunch or dine at one of their exclusive private venues?

Deer Farm Experience

Complete your day at a deer farm by dining in the antler room or gun room. You could have dinner under the stars in a forest or even on the airstrip at this fantastic venue! Be entertained with a musician of your choice or entertain yourself with pistol shooting and knife throwing activities. Theme a party in this wonderful character barn… even arrive in a stock truck!

Floatplane Adventure

Take a scenic flight in a floatplane over Australasia’s largest freshwater lake. Land on the waters of a secret, secluded bay for a picnic under the native kowhai trees. Alternatively you may have kayaked to Mine Bay before your floatplane pick-up and spectacular flight!

Bungy Jumping

Looking for a team challenge? Thousands of jumpers from around the world have taken the plunge with Taupō Bungy. The platform sits 47 metres above the beautiful Waikato River and you have the choice as to whether to get wet or not! The Cliffhanger may be a little tamer as an alternative...

Stay out Overnight

The 70ft super yacht Iridium can whisk you away overnight (or longer) to the most sheltered secluded bays. There are three guest cabins, all superbly appointed: an exclusive and elite floating lodge! Or have you considered staying out overnight at the top of Mt Ruapehu?

Fun in the Snow

Ski or snowboard a live volcano in a World Heritage Park. Mt Ruapehu’s ski season runs from July to October. One pass gives you access to both Turoa and Whakapapa ski areas. Mt Ruapehu has New Zealand’s largest ski area, highest lift access terrain and longest vertical drop.

Wine Cellar Dinner

Treat your group to a special dining experience in the underground wine cellar at the famous Poronui Ranch. This property is a hauntingly beautiful place set on 16,000 acres of pristine countryside with private hunting and trout fishing waters, horseriding treks, mountain biking and heli hiking tracks.

Mountain Climbing the Easy Way

Take a chairlift up to New Zealand’s highest restaurant (2,020 metres above sea level). Walk on an active volcano before sitting down to a champagne brunch on the restaurant’s sunny deck with a view across Tongariro National Park and even to Mt Taranaki on a fine day!

Personalised Tour

Take a personalised tour of secluded places with an authentic Maori guiding service. Try the eco-cultural walk within the forest and learn about traditional curative and edible plants. See the trees used for the construction of canoes and weaponry and enjoy the flax weaving techniques of a master.

Or enjoy a culinary experience and a journey into Maori kai (food). Have a delicious hangi feast and listen to traditional stories as the day unfolds and the evening brings a camp fire with accommodation in the simplicity of Tamau Pa (local Maori tribal lands).

Or be hosted by Delani Brown… meet the whanau, go on a carving tour, learn how to paddle a waka, hear the stories and understand the way weaponry, musical instruments, and craft were used in the traditional Maori way of life.

New Zealand’s Best One Day Trek

The 19km Tongariro Alpine Crossing trek is one of the world’s most breathtaking eco adventures. Hike in Tongariro National Park over four days, returning each night to the elegant Bayview Chateau Tongariro Hotel or take a guided hike where you can hear all about the Maori legends and the history of this World Heritage Park.

Catch a Trout

Choose a guide and spend a day fly fishing on one of the many rivers or streams in the region. Fly by helicopter up into the back country or drive by 4x4 vehicle to a secluded outback river or simply walk out your door to fish the famous Tongariro River.

Heli- Wine & Cheese

Your helicopter will navigate Lake Taupō’s towering volcanic cliffs enroute to the hidden paradise of Omori Estate. Take a stroll and then relax over a platter of warm breads and cheeses while enjoying a bottle of Omori Estate wine.

The Squeeze!

Jet boat to the mouth of a hot thermal stream coming into the Waikato River, where you can negotiate your way by foot up ‘the squeeze’. Break through ‘the squeeze’ and after a 200m thermal stream walk you reach the magic spot... a hot pool and waterfall! Get a thrilling jet boat ride back to base.