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   What should you know about Lake Taupo?

   • Here's everything you need to know about visiting Lake Taupo. Lake Taupo is New Zealand's largest lake. The Taupo volcano that sits beneath it is believed to have erupted 28 times in the last 27,000 years, with an eruption 26,500 years ago forming the lake. New Zealand's longest river, the Waikato River, runs out of Lake Taupo.

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   What is Taupo known for?

   • Taupo is known for being on the shores of New Zealand’s largest lake of the same name, which is also the crater of a supervolcano. It’s also known for being one the best places for trout fishing. Where is Taupo Located? On the eastern shores of Lake Taupo in the centre of the North Island. What is the Weather Usually Like in Taupo?

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   Is Taupo New Zealand's largest lake?

   • Located in the heart of the North Island on the edge of what the early Maori believed was a tranquil sea but is, in fact, New Zealand’s largest lake, Taupo is a town like no other.

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   Which river runs out of Lake Taupo?

   • New Zealand's longest river, the Waikato River, runs out of Lake Taupo. The modern town of Taupo, on the north-eastern shores of the lake, was founded as a British military cantonment in 1869, but the area has been inhabited by Maori for a long time. The central North Island is still a stronghold of traditional Maori culture.

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   Why should you visit Taupo?

   • Taupo is also the beginning of the Waikato River ‘s journey to the sea, the longest river in New Zealand earning its name among the locals as the Mighty Waikato. With hot springs, bungy jumps over the river and awe-inspiring rapids and waterfalls, the Waikato River is a diverse attraction in itself.

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   What to do in Lake Taupo?

   • With ancient volcanic gorges, towering cliffs, majestic waterfalls and vivid blue waters, the Western Bays are a remote but spectacular part of Lake Taupo. Take a full scenic tour with Venture Beyond - powered by Taxicat or hire a fishing charter to enjoy its secluded fishing spots.

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   Lake Taupō (also spelled Taupo; Māori: Taupō-nui-a-Tia or Taupōmoana) is a large crater lake in New Zealand's North Island, located in the caldera of Taupō Volcano. The lake is the namesake of the town of Taupō, which sits on a bay in the lake's northeastern shore.

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   This huge, shining expanse of water, moving between aquamarine blue and jade green, is crystal-clear to a depth of 13 metres. It is home to one of the best wild trout fisheries in the world, more than 30 species of water bird, several types of native fish and native koura (crayfish).

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   • Encounter geothermal wonders. Sillica terraces at Orakei Korako, New Zealand. The valley of Orakei Korako Cave & Thermal Park is a real hidden gem. Accessible only by a short ferry trip across Lake Ohakuri, admire the power and energy of Mother Nature in the geysers, hot springs and bubbling mud pools.
   • Sample delicious New Zealand honey. Honey Tasting, New Zealand. New Zealand honey is famous for its purity and healing properties. Visit the Huka Honey Hive and take a tour that teaches you about the benefits of manuka honey, royal jelly and bee pollen.
   • Soak in geothermal waters. Wairakei Terraces, Taupō. With a wealth of thermal attractions and cultural experiences, the Wairakei Terraces offers something for everyone.
   • Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Tongariro National Park, Ruapehu. Arguably New Zealand's greatest day walk, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, travels through volcanic alpine terrain, hikes around an active volcano and descend into the water-filled explosion craters known as the Emerald Lakes.

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   May 3, 2023 · What is Taupo Known For? Taupo is known for being on the shores of New Zealand’s largest lake of the same name, which is also the crater of a supervolcano. It’s also known for being one the best places for trout fishing. Where is Taupo Located? On the eastern shores of Lake Taupo in the centre of the North Island. What is the Weather ...

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   Lake Taupo is New Zealand's largest lake. The Taupo volcano that sits beneath it is believed to have erupted 28 times in the last 27,000 years, with an eruption 26,500 years ago forming the lake. New Zealand's longest river, the Waikato River, runs out of Lake Taupo. The modern town of Taupo, on the north-eastern shores of the lake, was founded as ...

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   The large, attractive lake is a drawcard in itself. Lakeside walkways beside Taupo town provide great views of the huge water body, particularly the smaller Tapuaeharuru Bay where the town is located. On clear days, views of the snow-capped peaks of the Tongariro National Parkto the south can be seen. Lake Cruises and Fishing: From Taupo town, gett...

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   Lake Taupo is accessible from most parts of the North Island. State Highway 1 runs along the lake's eastern side and State Highway 32 along its west. Taupo has a small airport but Rotorua's is larger, and the city is just an hour's drive from Taupo. If you're self-driving—as many visitors to New Zealand are—here are some useful distances to Taupo c...

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   There are good reasons to visit Taupo at any time of year. In the summer, the weather is warmest and you can enjoy outdoor activities like kayaking on the lake or hiking and mountain biking nearby. In the winter, Taupo gets somewhat colder than the nearest coastal cities, as it's inland and at a slight elevation, 1,181 feet (360 meters). Although y...

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   Lake Taupo is just north of the Tongariro National Park, one of only three national parks in the North Island. There, visitors can ski in the winter (at the Whakapapa and Turoa ski fields) or hike in the summer. The Tongariro Alpine Crossingis a very popular (read: very busy) day hike through the park that affords close-up volcano views in a moon-l...

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   Lake Taupo, the largest lake in New Zealand, on the volcanic plateau of central North Island. It has a surface area of 234 square miles and a depth of about 525 feet. It covers the remains of several volcanic craters, notably those of the dormant Taupo volcano in the northeastern portion of the lake.

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    This comprehensive guide unveils the best things to do in Taupo, from witnessing the awe-inspiring power of Huka Falls to indulging in the therapeutic warmth of natural hot springs. Explore hidden gems like the Orakei Korako geothermal wonderland, a wonderland of geysers, mudpools, and colourful silica terraces.