Whakaipō Bay.

Taupō area

Located in the Central North Island region

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Introduction

Taupō township lies at the northern end of Lake Taupō, New Zealand's largest lake at 622 square km. Taupō, and Tūrangi at the southern end of the lake are the centres for many of the walks and activities around the central North Island.

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Taupō area

Walking and tramping

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Aratiatia Rapids Lookout Walk

Several times a day the gates at the Aratiatia dam are opened to release the full flow of the river - a spectacular sight from the lookout points. Stay safe and keep clear of the rapids at all times.
Duration:10 min
Difficulty:Easiest
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Huka Falls Lookout Walk

Take a wheelchair-accessible short walk to the lookout over Huka Falls.
Duration:10 min
Difficulty:Easiest
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Huka Falls to Aratiatia Rapids Track

Several times a day the gates at the Aratiatia dam are opened to release the full flow of the river - a spectacular sight from the lookout points. Stay safe and keep clear of the rapids at all times.
Duration:10 min | 2 hr
Difficulty:Easy