Title: Things to Do in Wharepapa South in 2026 | Expedia.com [Wharepapa South Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Wharepapa-South.dx553248635929332563)[Hotels in Wharepapa South](https://expedia.com/Wharepapa-South-Hotels.d553248635929332563.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Car Rentals in Wharepapa South](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Wharepapa-South.d553248635929332563.Car-Rental-Guide)[Wharepapa South Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Wharepapa-South.d553248635929332563.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Wharepapa South ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Wharepapa South Types of activities [Wharepapa South Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Wharepapa-South.dx553248635929332563) ### Wharepapa South Attractions Explore the sights of Wharepapa South with some popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=553248635929332563&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or try out our list of {4 fun activities in Wharepapa South [fun activities in Wharepapa South](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=553248635929332563&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248635929332563) ## Recommended things to do in Wharepapa South | Number of things to do | 4 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Waikato: Ancient Forest Guided Tour](/things-to-do/sanctuary-mountain-ancient-forest-guided-tour.a49262456.activity-details): $41 | | Top 5 things to do | [Twilight Glowworm Kayak Tour – Lake Karapiro](/things-to-do/twilight-kayak-glow-worm-tour.a45271658.activity-details)[Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour](/things-to-do/lake-karapiro-evening-kayak-glowworm-tour.a4524151.activity-details)[Waikato: Ancient Forest Guided Tour](/things-to-do/sanctuary-mountain-ancient-forest-guided-tour.a49262456.activity-details)[Waikato: Half-Day Karāpiro River Trail Bike Tour](/things-to-do/waikato-river-trail-bike-tour.a4772282.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Waikato: Ancient Forest Guided Tour](/things-to-do/sanctuary-mountain-ancient-forest-guided-tour.a49262456.activity-details) | ## What to do in Wharepapa South - With kids ### Things to Do in Wharepapa South with Kids There's fun for all the family no matter where you wander in Wharepapa South. 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Hydroelectric station, recreational activities.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342546/d031c1f7-269a-4215-b323-c0c60d2d423c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mangakino ![Easy parking next to the bridge great stop between Rotorua and Waitomo Caves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000475346/4c032c90-d695-4357-9370-56ef772c0eed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Arapuni ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Wharepapa South worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Wharepapa South? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Wharepapa South? ### Is three days enough to stay in Wharepapa South? ### What are some activities to do in Wharepapa South with kids? > - [Waikato: Ancient Forest Guided Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sanctuary-mountain-ancient-forest-guided-tour.a49262456.activity-details) ### What to do in Wharepapa South for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Wharepapa South? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - 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