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Rotorua must be the “ Maori Cultural Capital” of New Zealand. Be sure to try a sumptuous Maori “Hangi” (feast) where your food will be prepared in the traditional way, on hot rocks.
The region is also the prime area for seeing the amazing geothermal attractions, being well endowed with beautiful lakes, steaming terraces and spouting geysers. Look carefully and you will find secluded natural hot pools hidden in forests.
Taupo’s splendid outlook over the lake to the majestic mountains beyond is truly a sight to behold. Catch your breath at the magnificent Huka Falls or catch a trout for dinner! Be sure to take one of the many trips on offer to explore some of the largest lake in New Zealand and visit the Maori Rock carvings that can only bee seen from the water.
There is plenty to keep adrenalin junkies going too – jet boating, tandem sky diving, ungy jumping and much more. There are also a surprising number of top quality golf courses here too.
Tackle the awe inspiring Tongariro Crossing or ski the slopes of Mount Ruapehu; you won’t run out of sights to see or things to do.
Taupo
Prices from $210 to $280 per couple
8 kms from Taupo township.
Set amongst established gardens & native bush, Lupin Lodge B & B is just 8 kms from Taupo township, and only a stones throw away from Craters of the Moon Park - Wairakei Forest, a purpose-built mountain bike park. Trails range from children's entry level to technical cross country. Come, stay, & relax with three bedrooms on offer, all with their own bathrooms, toiletries & luxury towels. Continental breakfasts with plenty of good coffee will keep you nourished for your busy day ahead, whether you are mountain biking, hiking, jet boating, sailing, golfing, fishing or taking in the Huka Falls Walkway or discovering the lavish shops in town. Relaxation massages are on offer, as well as the hot tub for those tired muscles after a days' activities.
Taupo
Prices from $220 to $250 per couple
8 kilometres from Taupo township.
The " Rustic Roost" has all the rustic charm you could want in an old -converted work-shed. All building materials used were sourced from recycled demolition bungalows, repurposed antique furniture or old farm equipment. Luxury linen is supplied in the mezzanine bedroom and include towels, organic toiletries plus a heated towel rail and underfloor heating in the bathroom. Breakfasts in the "Rusty Roost " consist of cereal, fresh fruits and yoghurt, as well as juice, bagels, jam, butter, and tea/coffee .
Situated next to a working farm, "The Roost" is surrounded by the sights and sounds of everyday country life, where sheep and cattle pass by over the hills that echo to the melodious sounds of never-ending birdsong. Bring your mountain bikes or hire locally to enjoy off road trails around the picturesque village of Kinloch, just ten minutes away or ride to Craters of the Moon for local trails.
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