Taupō
Driving south you'll find the bustling resort town of Taupō.
An impressive lake is the lynchpin of a varied landscape offering all manner of activities and sights that will fix themselves in your memory: 220,000 litres of water per second pouring over the Huka Falls or early morning sunshine sparkling on Lake Taupō against a backdrop of volcanic mountains.
Nearby you'll find Poronui Estate a short drive from the town of Taupo off the Napier Highway.
A jewel in the wilderness. Visit this fabled back country lodge for outdoor adventures and the opportunity to rough it in luxury. Poronui is preferred by the world's most discerning outdoor enthusiasts and offers a uniquely New Zealand experience, with 16,000 acres of private wilderness, luxury accommodation and some of the purest air on the planet.
Poronui is the perfect scene for just about any outdoor adventure. Set in the foothills of the Kaimanawa mountains in the central plateau of the North Island, this unique environment provides visitors a taste of so much that is special about New Zealand. Even more impressive is the range of natural habitats and environmental features available in one location, from indigenous beech forest to rolling manuka-clad hills and miles of pristine fishing water.
Rotorua
Approaching Rotorua, steam billows overhead and the sulphur smell the city is famous for makes itself known; a pungent introduction to a region that has captivated visitors for more than 160 years. Bubbling mud, steaming geysers and the rumbling of the earth underfoot comprise Rotorua’s unique landscape.
The possibilities for extraordinary adventures are endless. Be whisked away to absorb the region’s breathtaking sights in comfort and style. Fish in a remote spot, walk on an active volcano or enjoy a luxury lake cruise.
View dramatic geothermal scenery from a modern helicopter or elegant floatplane. Sip a chilled glass of bubbles while you savour the warmth of a thermal rock pool in the shadow of a mysterious mountain, or a natural mineral pool on a sacred island that hints at the romance of the past.
From Rotorua; Solitaire Lodge is a 20 minute drive from the Airport in two completely diverse and spectacular settings each offering unique cultural, geological and scenic activities that showcase the nature of the region.
