Taupo
Taupo - This beautiful resort and holiday base
enjoys a scenic location on the shores of Lake Taupo, at the
centre of the North Island. The town sits on a thermal belt,
and visitors can see areas of boiling mud, steam and geysers
north of the town at Wairakei Park and Orakei Korako. Thermal
activity first attracted visitors during the 1880s, but today
the town lures anglers from throughout the world with a plentiful
supply of rainbow and brown trout. Lake Taupo is popular for
swimming, boating, waterskiing, jetskiing, kayaking, rowing
and scenic cruises, while thrillseekers can enjoy bungy jumping,
tandem skydiving, jetboating and whitewater rafting. The spectacular
Huka Falls and the Aratiatia Rapids lie to the north of the
town, while to the south are the imposing mountains of the volcanic
plateau and the skifields of Mount Ruapehu.
Local Places of Interest, Activities and Tours of the Surrounding
Areas
Agrodome and Rainbow Springs: Visit the world
famous Agrodome – a remarkable show featuring the 19 most
popular breeds of New Zealand sheep 'live on stage', Sheep shearing
and a dog handling exhibition. Time also to view and feed trout
at arms length, see a Kiwi bird and wander through the many
species of native flora and fauna at Rainbow Springs.
Trout Fishing: A chance to got 'fly fishing'
with a local expert guide in world renowned rivers and streams
feeding Lake Taupo, or enjoy time out on this beautiful lake
aboard a luxury launch. Experience your freshly caught trout
barbecued to perfection on board by your skipper. An unforgettable
experience and dinner.
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