10 TOP Things to Do in Waikato September 2026

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Things to do

Maori Rock Carvings - Taupo Sailing Adventures - Kindred Spirit

Classical Sailing - Māori Rock Carvings -Taupo Sailing Adventures

CA $57

per adult

Picture 1 for Activity Taupō: Lake Taupo Maori Rock Carving 2.5-Hour Sailing Cruise

Taupō: Sail Barbary Eco Sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings

CA $49

per adult

Nocturnal adventure Glow-worm tour

CA $103

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Agrodome Farm Experience including Farm Show and Farm Tour - Rotorua

CA $54

per adult

Whitianga: 2-Hour Cathedral Cove and Volcanic Coast Cruise

CA $120

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Redwoods Altitude High Ropes & Ziplines + Glowworms, Rotorua

CA $96

per adult

Taupo: Maori Rock Carvings Kayaking Tour

CA $120

per adult

Ultimate self-drive rail car journey

CA $65

per adult

Rotorua: Jade Carving Experience at a Local Studio

CA $37

per adult

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What to do in Waikato

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Hobbiton Movie Set

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Enjoy a trip to Hobbiton Movie Set, a well-known attraction in Matamata. Discover the area's hot springs and coffeehouses.

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Where to stay in Waikato

Find the best Waikato areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Taupō Central

While visiting Taupō Central, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and Taupō Marina and Boat Ramp.

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Hamilton Central

If you're spending some time in Hamilton Central, Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton are top sights worth seeing.

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Acacia Bay

Lake views and restaurants are notable features of Acacia Bay. You might consider a stop by Lake Taupō while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Hilltop

If you're spending some time in Hilltop, Taupō Hot Springs and Lake Taupō are top sights worth seeing.

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Wharewaka

While visiting Wharewaka, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Taupō and The Landing Lake Taupō.

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