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Lake Taupo Travel Guide: 137 reviews and 278 photos

A Crater as Big as an Inland Sea

Lake Taupo is the largest fresh water lake in Australasia with water so clean a few zillion trout call it home. The Lake is 616 square kilometres-that’s about the same size as Singapore! Water activities take place in the lake all year round, including water-skiing, parasailing, jet skiing, fishing, cruising, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, and landing in it by float-plane! There are 47 rivers and streams feeding into Lake Taupo, and just one outlet - the Waikato River, New Zealand’s longest river. Taupo township is located right on the edge of the lake, with many hotels offering views across the lake to the volcanoes of Tongariro National Park.

Further Links:

official site for Lake Taupo

Backpack Lake Taupo Website

Last visit to Lake Taupo: Dec 2001
Intro Updated Jun 25, 2007
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The Hidden Valley (Orakei Korako Geyserland) - Lake Taupo

The Hidden Valley (Orakei Korako... Things to Do (11)

"The Hidden Valley" of Orakei Korako Geyserland and Cave is situated just 25 minutes north of Taupo and 45 minutes south... more travel advice

Craters of the Moon Things to Do (11)

Craters of the Moon is a loop track through an active thermal area (no entry fee). As you cross bubbling mud pools,... more travel advice

Huka Jet - Waikato River Things to Do (11)

feel the exhilaration and enjoy the incredible water level views of the spectacular Huka Falls. The jet entertains you... more travel advice

Taupo Hot Springs Things to Do (11)

Outdoor thermal pools. Freshwater plunge pool. Spa pool. Giant, warm water slide. Private thermal pools. Massage for... more travel advice

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Written Nov 17, 2002

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iandsmith Jun 19, 2007 at 2:22 PM Report Abuse

Helpful tips, thanks for sharing.
Greybilby Aug 27, 2003 at 2:53 PM Report Abuse

wonderful photos and great information
pepples46 May 12, 2003 at 11:28 PM Report Abuse

Huka Falls..sure look good, great pics and great Travelouge