Delight in the riverside landscape of Pukawa
The riverfront, lake and hot springs display a scene truly unique to Pukawa. This welcoming and relaxing city entices travelers with its fishing and skiing. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Exploring the natural features in Pukawa
Travelers enjoy Pukawa for its riverfront and lakeside setting. Whether you're an active traveler or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Pukawa is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Tongariro Alpine Crossing (12 mi / 19.3 km)
- Lake Taupo (12.2 mi / 19.6 km)
- Tongariro National Park (22.5 mi / 36.2 km)
- Tokaanu Thermal Pools (3.8 mi / 6.1 km)
- Kuratau Jetty (1.5 mi / 2.4 km)
- Lake Rotopounamu (7.8 mi / 12.5 km)
Seasonal weather in Pukawa
Travelers enjoy Pukawa for its skiing. To make the most of the cold weather activities, you might consider visiting in January, February, March or April, when snowfall averages 0 inches and temperatures average 45°F.
Transportation options to and around Pukawa
Fly into Taupo (TUO), the closest airport, located 21.5 mi (34.6 km) from the city center.