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    Great Lake Taupo

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    #1 of 36 things to do in Taupo
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    Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
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    Reviewed 2 days ago
    A very impressive lake. What a view.

    Travelling by car across from Otorohanga we couldn't wait to reach Lake Taupo. We were not disappointed. Such an amazingly large impressive sight. The blue and spray were inspirational.

    Date of experience: March 2019
    Thank Graham B
    Reviewed 4 days ago
    Huge

    A huge lake with plenty of activities from fishing, swimming, boating, sailing and para sailing to name a few.

    Date of experience: March 2019
    Thank Drew M
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    New Zealand's Biggest Lake.

    New Zealand's biggest fresh water lake, the source of New Zealand's longest river and the site of the biggest volcanic eruption on Earth in the last 70,000 years! Thankfully no eruptions whilst we were there! In the vicinity of Taupo town, Lake Taupo provides many...More

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank AdonisMythos
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Ok to see. Better by boat tour.

    Impressively large lake. Very blue water much like in the rest of NZ. Highly recommend seeing the Maori Rock Carvings by boat tour here.

    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank S7144PPgaryt
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Great walks along the lake

    Had a great visit to Taupo, nice runnng or walking along the Lake, wasn’t too busy when we visited. Was great watching the sun set over the Lake and mountains

    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank Liz H
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    The impressive view on nature's best.

    This large lake provides an impressive view from close by, at a distance or from any elevated position.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank John v
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Magnificent views

    There are plenty of walk and swim opportunities around the lake - weather is the key. It is magnificent in clear and sunny weather, not that great when its cloudy. Definitely worth a visit

    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank fanga607
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Beautiful lake

    I’ve got mixed views about Taupo. The lake is beautiful and very extensive (lots of activities in and around the lake too). The town itself was a bit too commercialised for my taste but probably has lots to do and is obviously very popular.

    Date of experience: January 2019
    1  Thank 1sammi
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Amazing

    The biggest lake i ever seen, a must do when visiting New Zealand, a lot of things to do in the lake

    Date of experience: February 2019
    Thank Cris P
    Reviewed 11 February 2019
    Super Super Volcano

    What a stunning location Lake Taupo is. Beautiful, clear freshwater lake ideal for swimming, paddling and all manner of water-sports. The scenic views of the two volcanoes on the opposite side make for some superb photos. Lots of restaurants, coffee shops and activities mean that...More

    Date of experience: February 2019
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    Jwenad
    28 May 2017|
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    Response from PunitM_12 | Reviewed this property |
    There are plenty of spots, using google maps plot Taupo to Omori and you will find that it follows the lake and plenty of options for photos etc The challenge you have is, to ensure you are close by to shops etc and for... More
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