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Immerse yourself in everything Taupō has to offer. From adventure sports to cultural experiences and natural wonders, read about the best ways to experience this dynamic region, with personal stories and travel tips from locals and visitors alike.

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Bringing Firearms into NZ

If you’re thinking of travelling to NZ from further afield, and want to bring your firearms and ammunition, here’s a quick overview of what you need to know to be legal and safe!

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Digital Boost – Real World Story

Chris Jolly Outdoors is a tourism provider based in Taupo. Having been around 43 years, it’s one of the oldest providers in the country. Over this time Chris Jolly Outdoors' digital strategy has come a long way

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San Diego news crew in New Zealand 1987

News 8 Throwback: San Diego news crew gets tough assignment of going to New Zealand in 1987. The resulting six-part series features the natural beauty of the country and the welcoming spirit of its people.

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Huka Lodge A taste of the luxury life

We were delighted to host Stephanie and her husband during July. and managed to get them out on the river and Lake Taupo to give them a taste of what we do.

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Chris Jolly Outdoors COVID -19 update

Chris Jolly Outdoors is pleased to announce that it is Covid Clean ready and to go!!.

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Join The Ultimate Virtual Race Of 2021

Join the Ultimate Virtual Race of 2021

Join Glen Marvin and the team at General Travel New Zealand for the ultimate virtual race of 2021! Chris Jolly Outdoors is proud to be supporting this amazing event.

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A Message From The Helm With Simon Jolly

As always, in bad situations, there are opportunities that arise, and as we are heading out of our summer season I thought I’d share some of them with you.

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The Urban List: Here’s How to Spend a Thrilling 48-hours in Taupo

We know it’s a tough gig at the moment, not being able to jet off on holiday to a tropical island in the Pacific or do your OE in Europe, but we should count our blessings that we have our own backyard to explore and thankfully she’s a beauty.

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Fly fishing in Taupo: Kiwis have trout fishing’s winter of gold

The trout in Lake Taupō may be well-fed but closed borders could mean lean times for those who rely on hooking the big spenders.

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