Huka Prawn Park

Huka Prawn Park is a prawn farm and tourist destination beside the river in Taupō. The facility combines food production with leisure activities such as guided tours, paddle boats, and interactive water experiences.

The facility was established in 1987 and grew into New Zealand's only prawn farm. It harnesses waste heat from the nearby Wairakei power station to maintain ideal growing conditions throughout the year.

The park offers learning opportunities about prawn farming and lets visitors interact directly with the creatures in the water. You discover how the operation balances food production with environmental responsibility.

You can fish for prawns in designated ponds and arrange to have your catch prepared at the on-site restaurant. It helps to check opening times before you visit, as seasonal changes may affect availability.

The facility taps into waste heat water from a nearby power station to maintain perfect conditions for prawn growth year-round. This clever system shows how an industrial operation found a sustainable way to support a popular tourist activity.

GPS coordinates: -38.62981,176.10068

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:04