Lake Taupo - 136Km, 1hr 35mins
New Zealand's largest freshwater lake, Lake Taupo is world famous for trout fishing and the gateway to Tongariro National Park. Indulge the fisher within with trout fishing tours and charters, take a dip in the crystal waters or rev up the blood pressure with a jet boat ride right up to the base of Huka Falls, a spectacular waterfall within the Waikato River. Explore the Crater of the Moon, a walk around an active thermal area, or Wairakei Terraces, a traditional Maori village of legends then soak into a mineral spa pool to relax. The town of Taupo boasts shopping, safaris, bungy jumping, rafting, kayaking & biking escapes in its near locality; and you can give the kids a treat at Taupo Adventure Park, off road Buggy. Go Carts, 4 Wheel Bikes, Maze Crazy Cars & Mini Golf.