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Hiking & Walking
Experience the amazing Tongariro Alpine Crossing or Taupo's many day walks.
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Adventure Activities
The Great Lake Taupo region is filled with thrilling adventure activities.
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Mountain &
Road BikingExplore some of the best mountain bike and road bike trails in the world.
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Fishing
The Taupo and Turangi areas provides world class trout and fly fishing.
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Golf
Enjoy a round of golf in Great Lake Taupo's beautiful geothermal landscape.
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Family
There are plenty of fun free family activities to do in the Great Lake Taupo region.
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Shopping, Dining
& LeisureGreat Lake Taupo offers fresh, diverse cuisine as well as specialty shopping.
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Welcome to Great Lake Taupo's
official visitor information website
About Great Lake Taupo
Lake Taupo, Turangi Tongariro and Mangakino
This popular tourist destination boasts the largest freshwater lake in Australasia and its mountains are most famous internationally for being featured as the ominous Mt Doom in the Lord of The Rings trilogy. Come for the world-class trout fishing, adrenaline pumping adventure activities, or just enjoy a relaxing stroll along the lake front.
What to Do |
Where to Stay |
What to Buy |
Where to Eat |
See you in the Great Lake Taupo region soon!
Taupo Spotlight
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Experience Middle Earth and Land of Mordor within the Tongariro National Park this autumn.
Conquer the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, rated one of the best day treks in the world by Lonely Planet or try other walks within the National Park.
Winter Spotlight
Winter Holidays
The cooler weather means it's time to start planning for your winter holiday. The Great Lake Taupo region is a fantastic place to base yourself due to its close proximity to the Mt Ruapehu ski fields of Whakapapa, Turoa and Tukino.
Time to bring out those skis and winter gears from your closet. Get a head start by booking your winter accommodation and activities now.
