Lake Taupo, Turangi, Tongariro, and Mangakino
Any time of the year is a great time to be in the Great Lake Taupo region! 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, skiing, golf, events, or just enjoy a relaxing stroll along the lake front.
As the Events Capital of New Zealand, there’s always a sports, outdoors, arts, culture, food, wine, music, concerts, parades, festivals, family, community events just around the corner. There is always something different to see and do when you visit Taupo.
For a list of things to do when in Taupo click HERE.
Or watch this fantastic overseas couple explore the wonders of Taupo.