Welcome to
THE LANDING
Taupō’s destination for family-filled fun!
Play for an hour or stay the whole day, there’s always something to keep you entertained here - and coming back for more…
The Landing Lake Taupō is the town’s most popular attraction for thrills, laughter and excitement! With non-stop fun, delicious food and guaranteed entertainment, the whole family can enjoy what’s on offer at The Landing.
Dropzone Bounce | Bowl | Play
Dropzone is a must do for the young, and the young at heart. There’s something for everyone and it’s all under one fun-filled roof at The Dropzone at The Landing. Perfect your tenpin bowling technique, let the kids bounce off the walls in the bounce park, beat the clock in the Ninja course, play in the arcade, watch the little ones enjoy the indoor playground, or simply sit back and enjoy a drink and meal at Gutter Balls Bar & Bistro.
Mavericks GastroPub
Bar & Restaurant
Mavericks Gastropub and Conference Centre have drawn inspiration from an old world aviation theme, inside you’ll find a quirky vintage aviation-inspired interior, including a replica WWII US Navy spotter plane hanging from the ceiling!
The restaurant is attentive, not snooty & diners can expect an extensive, eclectic, something-for-everyone menu – think steak, seafood, Mexican and Kiwiana classics..
Our bar offers a full range of beverages, including a wide selection of premium spirits, wines, and beers. Complementing this is our diverse cocktail menu, featuring creative house specialties and timeless classics crafted to perfection. Whether you're in the mood for a refreshing mojito, a moscow mule, or something entirely unique, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Overlooking Swingers Putt Putt, our Great Lake and to the mountains in the distance, Mavericks is the best Gastropub outside the town centre to enjoy a meal, a function or a quick drink while waiting for a flight
Swingers PUTT PUTT
Mini Golf Course
Swingers 18 hole course takes you on a journey around the central plateau showcasing the geography and many adventure based tourism activities that the taupo region has to offer. From our mountains, walkways and forests to power stations, rivers and town center, you and your family will learn history and facts as you putt your way around our scale replica of Lake Taupo.
Suga Mummas Dessert Bar
Open Daily From 11am
A dessert bar offering tantalising treats like no other, come in and meet Suga Mumma herself. Try her amazing range of gelatos, premium ice creams, sorbets, deluxe thickshakes and fancy treats. Check out the fun range of lollies on offer.
Like our Suga Mummas Instagram Page to get weekly specials.
Fudge it has arrived at Suga Mummas, head instore or jump online to purchase the freshest fudge in Taupō. All fudge is hand made in store and flavours change regularly, check out the Fudge It website now
Cafe Lacus
Cafe Lacus team is determined to provide the best cafe experience along with exciting place to dine in, takeaway and catering service.
Our eatery serves wide range of ala carte menu, cabinet food options, sweet treats, wide range of drinks.
Come and enjoy the Lacus experience.
The Cave VR Studio
New Zealand’s Best Virtual Reality & Sim Racing Studios. Whether you’re a non-gamer, first-timer or a seasoned pro…
The Cave blows all the minds.
Simulator Racing.
Virtual Reality.
VR Escape Rooms.
Sit & Spin Laundry, Toilets & Showers
Open Daily 7am to 7pm
Easy, convenient coin operated washers and dryers. Laundry powder can be purchased for $3 at Suga mummas between the hours of 11am – 7pm.
$6 per Wash (3x $2 coins)
$6 per Dry (3x $2 coins)
Loads take approximately 40 minutes.