Scenic attractions in Taupo
Defined by an ancient volcanic landscape with the largest freshwater lake in Australasia (plus more than 20 other lakes), thundering waterfalls, ancient native bush, the mighty Waikato River and Tongariro River and the volcanic mountains of the dual World Heritage Tongariro National Park, Taupo's spectacular natural features and scenic attractions can't be found anywhere else in the world.
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Tongariro National Park
Lake Otamangakau
Commonly referred to as The 'O, the Big O, or Lake O, Lake Otamangakau is one of the most-fished lakes in the Taupo Fishing District. It is only second to its much larger neighbor, Lake Taupo, which holds the surface area size of Singapore.
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Biking trails
Craters Mountain Bike Park
Craters MTB Park is a purpose-built mountain bike park located only a short distance from Taupō town, with trails ranging from children’s entry-level to technical cross-country and downhill trails.
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Scenic attraction
Lake Taupo's Western Bays
Explore the remote hidden bays of Lake Taupo's Western Bays. Discover towering cliffs and sparkling waterfalls.
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Scenic attraction
Lake Kuratau
Behind the beautiful lakeside settlement of Kuratau sits the smallest but mightiest lake in the Taupo Fishery when it comes to hauling in heaps of fish. Originally part of the hydro-power scheme, Lake Kuratau is a flooded forest stocked to the brim with small rainbows and the occasional brown.
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Stargazing
Stargazing Experience
Beyond Earth provides entertaining stargazing experiences either at our own venue, or your home or holiday accommodation.
$24.90 - $99.50
