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Lake Taupo is a lake situated in the North Island of New Zealand. It has a perimeter of approximately 193 kilometres, a deepest point of 186 metres and a surface area of 616 square kilometres. The largest lake by surface area in the country, it is drained by the Waikato River, while its main tributaries are the Waitahanui River, the Tongariro River, and the Tauranga-Taupo River. It is a noted trout fishery with stocks of introduced brown trout and rainbow trout.

The lake lies in a caldera created following a huge volcanic eruption approximately 26,500 years ago. According to geological records, the volcano has erupted 28 times in the last 27,000 years. It has predominantly erupted rhyolitic lava although Mount Tauhara formed from dacitic lava.

Tourism is a major business for the area, attracting over 1.2 million tourists per year. The fact that the lake is the largest fresh water lake in Australasia, and approximately the same size as Singapore, ensures it is a huge 'must do' component to many tourists. The Christmas and New Year period is an exceptionally busy time of the year for Lake Taupo, with holiday makers needing to book up to 12 months in advance.

 


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  • The Pillars

    Located in Lake Taupo, Taupo District, Waikato, New Zealand

    The Pillars Homestay Retreat is a modern mediterrainean style country manor offering privacy and tranquility. An ideal venue for weddings, corporate functions or a honeymoon retreat. The house is set amid 3 acres of parklike grounds with views of the l...

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  • Gillies Bed and Breakfast

    Located in Lake Taupo, Taupo District, Waikato, New Zealand

    "Bed & Breakfast...Homestay Gillies Lodge,previously an Hotel, built 1958, is our home. Having nine bedrooms available we enjoy having guests from far and near sharing our bacon and eggs."

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