A VISIT TO THE GREAT LAKE OF TAUPO

GREAT LAKE OF TAUPO
North Island of New Zealand

This popular tourist destination boasts the largest freshwater lake in Australasia and located at the centre of North Island, New Zealand.  Great Lake of Taupo is basically destination which is a combination of Taupo, Turangi and Tongariro and it basically basically has its own uniqueness in terms of its activities and attractions. This active volcanic and geothermal region is a sporting and nature paradise, especially for boating lovers and people keen on fishing. 

WHAT CAN YOU EXPERIENCE AND DO OVER HERE

Basically this Lake can be said as a 1 stop station to all which is from backpackers to family and group visitors. The activities which was planed in this lake are :

1. Adventure : Skydiving, water rafting and etc
2. Attractions : historical visits, Scenic
3. Family Activities : Huka prawn park
4. Biking
5. Fishing
6. Shop, Wine, Dine : Comprises of shopping and dining local delicacies 
7. Walks and Hike
8. National Parks and Hiking

Here is some of its activities...............

• Tongariro River Rafting -  offers a special deals for family fun rafting, where one’s will be rafting for 1 ½ hours, 8km and 25 rapids of journey and rafting deal and it will be a good start for children’s. It is one of the most famous activities at this lake as participants will be equipped with all the amenities for rafting but terms and conditions applies.

River Rafting

•  Taupo Tandem Skydiving – where one’s will be experiencing skydiving from 15000 feet’s with over one minute in free fall while reaching the speed of 200 kilometers per hour. One’s action will be recorded will multi- level camera options that may creates an unforgettable experience for each.
  
  

  

  Skydiving

  
  
  
  
  • Local community and historical visit – as this lake was built around the Tangata Whenua who are the people of the land and the early settlements, this place is rich with its own pre-histories from their ancestors. One will be able to explore the authentic Maori hosting, activities, the iconic kapa haka (dance) and hangi (traditional Maori feast served from an earth oven).
    
    

    

    Local Communities

    
    
    Huka Prawn Park - New Zealand's only Prawn Farm and Prawn Fishing Park, and home to legendary, Shawn the Prawn. Set on over 6 hectares of parkland dedicated to the production of New Zealand prawns and pure family fun, Huka Prawn Park offers a day of fun and excitement for the entire family. Once will be guided on how to handle prawns and there are also some challenges can be taken by visitors as games such as Killer Prawn Golf challenge and more. 

    

    HOW TO GET HERE...................

    1.  By Air - via flight to Taupo International Air Port
    2. By Car -  situated at the crossroads of State Highway 1 and the Thermal Explorer Highway. 

    For more info -http://www.greatlaketaupo.com/new-zealand/interactivemap/

    WHERE SHOULD YOU STAY

    1. Taupo Backpackers
    2. Acacia Bay's Lodge
    3. The Top House
    4. IKA Lodge

    

    Famous Huka Lodge

    With these you really gone enjoy your visit here while having fun........