Activities
4Play
Lake Taupō’s leading adventure Activities combine to bring you the ultimate adrenaline combo package. Throw yourself out of a plane from 12,000ft with Taupō Tandem Skydiving; leap from a bungy platform towering over the stunning Waikato River with AJ Hackett Taupō Bungy; experience 360 degree spins as you speed past trees and cliffs at 80 km p/h with Hukafalls Jet; and take on 60 heart-pounding, roller coaster rapids with Tongariro River Rafting. 4Play is the ultimate package of exhilaration and ideal for those that want to do it all! WARNING – this could actually be your BEST DAY EVER!
For skydiving a jumpsuit, goggles, hat and buff are provided. If you wear glasses it’s no problem, we’ll give you skydiving goggles that fit over them. Life jackets for boating. For whitewater rafting wetsuits, river shoes, helmets are provided.
For bungy jumping wear comfortable clothing and secure shoes. Winter can get very cold, so we recommend layering up and taking a jacket. For jet boating sunglasses are recommended year round.
Minimum Age of 13 years required. Persons under 18 years must have written consent from a parent or legal guardian. Minimum weight of 35kg, maximum 100kg. Minimum height of 1 metre required.
Activities can be done over two or more days.>
All year
Air Extreme 2
The Air Extreme 2 package involves two of the most popular activities in Taupo - Skydiving with Taupo Tandem Skydiving and NZ's highest water-touch bungy with AJ Hackett Bungy Taupō. Freefall from 12,00 feet for up to 45 seconds above glorious Lake Taupo with views of volcanoes, lakes and geothermal activity. Experience NZ's highest water-touch bungy as you plunge off their unique 47-metre high platform into the beautiful crystal clear waters of the Waikato River.
For skydiving a jumpsuit, goggles, hat and buff are provided. If you wear glasses it’s no problem, we’ll give you skydiving goggles that fit over them.
For bungy jumping wear comfortable clothing and secure shoes. Winter can get very cold, so we recommend layering up and taking a jacket. For skydiving wear warm comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes.
For Bungy - Minimum age 10 years; Those under 14 require an adult to sign consent at check-in. Minimum weight 35kgs; Maximum 150kgs. Weight difference between Tandem Jumpers must not exceed 30kg. The maximum combined weight for Tandem Bungy is 180kg. For skydiving we don’t have an age limit but you will need to fit our harness and be 100kg or less in weight. If you are under 18 years of age, you must have written consent from a parent or legal guardian.
Allow 3.5 hours in total.>
All year.
This combo can be done over separate days - contact us to chat about this option.
Please be aware that for Taupo Tandem Skydive public holiday terms and conditions apply.
Air Extreme 3
The Air Extreme 3 package adds an AJ Hackett Taupō Swing onto the Air Extreme 2 combo. Featuring three of the most popular activities in Taupo - Skydiving with Taupo Tandem Skydiving and both Bungy JUmping and an epic Cliff-Face Swing with AJ Hackett Taupō. Freefall from 12,00 feet for up to 45 seconds above glorious Lake Taupo with views of volcanoes, lakes and geothermal activity. Experience NZ's highest water-touch bungy as you plunge off their unique 47-metre high platform into or above the beautiful crystal clear waters of the Waikato River, then reach speeeds of 70 kp/h as you freefall towards the river in a seated position on the Taupō Swing. Exhilaration at its best!
For skydiving a jumpsuit, goggles, hat and buff are provided. If you wear glasses it’s no problem, we’ll give you skydiving goggles that fit over them.
For bungy jumping and swing wear comfortable clothing and secure shoes. Winter can get very cold, so we recommend layering up and taking a jacket. For skydiving wear warm comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes.
For Bungy & Swing - Minimum age 10 years; Those under 14 require an adult to sign consent at check-in. Minimum weight 35kgs Bungy and 30kgs Swing; Maximum 150kgs. Weight difference between Tandem Bungy Jumpers must not exceed 30kg. The maximum combined weight for Tandem Bungy or Swing is 180kg. For skydiving we don’t have an age limit but you will need to fit our harness and be 100kg or less in weight. If you are under 18 years of age, you must have written consent from a parent or legal guardian. For jet boating passengers must be at least 1 metre tall.
Allow 4 hours in total>
All year.
This combo can be done over separate days - contact us to chat about this option.
Please be aware that for Taupo Tandem Skydive public holiday terms and conditions apply.
Heli & Skydive
Your experience starts with the legends at Heli Adventure Flights. Upon check-in, you'll be treated to a complimentary glass of champagne before your flight. Next, you'll step into the helicopter where your pilot will take you on a stunning scenic helicopter flight above Lake Taupo. Take in some of the iconic Taupo sights including the mighty Huka Falls, the Craters Geothermal Park, the Taupo boat harbour and the famous Maori Rock Carvings. After a spectacular 10 minute helicopter ride, you will be dropped you at the Taupo Airport where you'll board your next aircraft... a skydiving plane! Upon landing at Taupo Airport, the skydiving team will greet you and get you suited up for a skydive! Watch a safety briefing video, meet your tandem master, and then board the plane. You'll take a 15-minute plane ride up to 15,000 ft. On the way up, take in views of Mount Ruapehu, Mount Ngauruhoe from Lord of The Rings, as well as the sheer size and beauty of Lake Taupo. Once at altitude, the doors will open, and you and your tandem master will leap out of the plane. Freefall for up to 60 seconds above incredible Lake Taupo and enjoy the adrenaline rush!
After the freefall, your tandem master will pull the parachute and you'll then get to enjoy a scenic ride back to the dropzone. You'll also receive a FREE exit photo of your skydive!
Once you've got your breath back, we'll transport you back to your accommodation in our stretch hummer where you can relive your awesome afternoon of adventure! An upgrade to a 18,500ft skydive is availbale at the dropzone.
For skydiving a jumpsuit, goggles, hat and buff are provided. If you wear glasses it’s no problem, we’ll give you skydiving goggles that fit over them.
For skydiving wear warm comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes.
Minimum 2 passengers for this combo.For skydiving we don’t have an age limit but you will need to fit our harness and be 100kg or less in weight. If you are under 18 years of age, you must have written consent from a parent or legal guardian.
Allow 4 hours in total.>
This combo is completed on the same day.
Huka Freefall
If you have the need for extreme speed, then Huka Freefall is the combo for you! Hukafalls Jet and Taupō Tandem Skydiving, two of Taupō’s original adventure companies, have joined forces to offer you the most thrilling air and water experience available! Freefall from 12,000ft back to earth at 200km p/h whilst taking in breath-taking views of Lake Taupō, then jet boat to the base of Huka Falls, spinning and speeding the whole way. This sweet combo includes a FREE extras pack valued at $35 consisting of a Free exit photo of your skydive and Free Hukafalls Jet t-shirt.
For skydiving a jumpsuit, goggles, hat and buff are provided. If you wear glasses it’s no problem, we’ll give you skydiving goggles that fit over them.
For skydiving wear warm comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes. For jet boating sunglasses are recommended year round. In Winter wear warm clothing including a jacket and beanie.
For skydiving we don’t have an age limit but you will need to fit our harness and be 100kg or less in weight. If you are under 18 years of age, you must have written consent from a parent or legal guardian. For jet boating passengers must be at least 1 metre tall.
Allow 3.5 hours in total>
All year.
This combo can be done over separate days - contact us to chat about this option.
Please be aware that for Taupo Tandem Skydive public holiday terms and conditions apply.
Jump Jet
Jet boat ride and bungy jump combo which lets you experience the two best activities on the Waikato River in Taupo. With AJ Hackett Bungy in Taupō you'll leap from the highest water touch bungy platform in New Zealand and submerge yourself in the crystal clear waters of the Waikato River below. If you don't mind getting wet or stay high and dry is ok too. With Hukafalls Jet you’ll speed past trees and cliffs at 80km p/h on your way to the spectacular Huka Falls. Hold on tight for the exhilarating 360-degree spins!
Life jackets. All safety equipment.
For bungy jumping wear comfortable clothing and secure shoes. Winter can get very cold, so we recommend layering up and taking a jacket. For jet boating sunglasses are recommended year round.
To bungy jump you must be at least 10 years old, and be between 35kgs and 150kg in weight, or a maximum combined weight of 180kg for tandem bungys. Those 14 years and under require an adult to sign consent at check-in. For jet boating, a minimum height of 1 metre is required to ride.
Allow 2.5 hours in total>
All year.
This combo can be done over separate days - contact us to chat about this option.
Taupo Classic
Cruise Lake Taupō to the famous Māori Rock Carvings, then jet boat to Huka Falls on the mighty Waikato. Departing from the Taupo Marina at 10:30am, climb aboard the 52 ft catamaran Cruise Cat and cruise in comfort and style through Lake Taupō's stunning bays on a 90-minute journey culminating in a close-up view of the famous Māori Rock Carvings. Follow up your lake cruise with a 30-minute jet boat ride at 1pm, spinning and speeding right up to the base of Huka Falls.
Life jackets for boating. Lake Cruise includes a home-made muffin and hot drink.
Please wear appropriate clothing to suit the weather on the day of your trip, including a jacket, beanie in Winter. Sunglasses are recommended year round.
Chris Jolly Outdoors Lake Cruise - wheelchair access is dependent on lake water levels and size of the wheelchair. Hukafalls Jet - passengers need to be at least 1 metre tall to ride.
Allow 3 hours in total.>
All year.
This combo can be done over separate days - contact us to chat about this option.
Duck n Dive
Experience NZ's finest scenery from the air and on the water! The Duck & Dive combo gives you the chance to skydive and raft in two of the most beautiful spots in the Central North Island.
Starting with your skydive, see breathtaking views of Lake Taupo from 12,000ft with 45 incredible seconds of free-fall.
Next, it’s time for your white water rafting trip! We will take you on a journey through deep, lush gorges covered in native New Zealand vegetation. All while navigating exciting grade 3 rapids with your white water rafting guide.
Skydive: Please bring closed toe footwear and warm clothing for Skydiving (in winter).
Rafting: Please bring swimwear and a towel.
Minimum age 13 years
Please be aware that for Taupo Tandem Skydive public holiday terms and conditions apply.
H2-Ohh
Ride on two of the most spectacular rivers in the North Island with the ultimate white water adventure combo. Dash to the base of the world famous Huka Falls aboard Hukafalls Jet and enjoy the 360 degree spins as you zoom past cliffs and trees at up to 80km/hr. In the afternoon you are in for an exciting paddle down the Tongariro River (Turangi)
Life jackets. For whitewater rafting wetsuits, river shoes, helmets are provided.
For jet boating in winter, wear warm clothing including a jacket and beanie. Sunglasses are recommended year round. For whitewater rafting bring your swimwear and a towel - all other equipment is provided.
Minimum age 13 years, minimum height, to ride the jet boat is 1 metre tall.
Allow 6 hours in total.>
All year.
This combo can be done over separate days - contact us to chat about this option.
Big Splash
The Big Splash is about being WET in the summer and COOL in the winter, by doing a wicked combination of bungy jumping and rafting. We offer an action-packed day, that's on the wild side!
Throw yourself from the highest water touch bungy platform in NZ, at Taupo Bungy. From 47metres high, above the Waikato River, you choose to stay dry or immerse yourself in the crystal clear waters below - from your fingertips to your ankles. Set in a spectacularly scenic location, this is a 'must-do' activity whilst visiting the Taupo region.
Rafting Trip - Enjoy a grade 3+ Whitewater Rafting adventure that combines the heart- pumping action of more than 60 rapids (with an expert guide at the helm) and plenty of spectacular, unspoilt wilderness - as a large part of this trip can only be accessed by raft or kayak. During, challenge your limits by daring to do the cliff jump and take in the commentary from our knowledgeable and professional guides. Trip 2 - 2.5hrs
- Wetsuits
- Polar Fleece
- Splash jacket
- Neoprene Boots
- Life Jacket
- Helmet
- Qualified, Professional, Happy Rafting Guide
- Knowledgeable Commentary
- Cliff Jump conditions permitting
- Professional Photos
- Awesome Memories of Your Adventure
- Swimwear
- Towel
- A sense of adventure!
Minimum age 13 years.