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Eating out can be one of the highlights of a holiday in Taupo. You can expect to find wonderful examples of edible excellence throughout the country, and the high standard of food offered by cafes and restaurants can be attributed to an unlimited supply of fresh, quality ingredients. The cuisine style known as Pacific Rim is New Zealand's point of difference. Pacific Rim blends the flavours of South East Asia, the Pacific and Japan. Seafood, the traditional Maori hangi (an earth oven), fresh fruit and locally produced venison and beef are just a selection of the must-try cuisine on offer. Combine this with world-class locally made wines and you have a memorable dining experience.

Taupo is situated at the outflow of the Waikato River from Lake Taupo. The approach from Wairakei
offers spectacular views over the town, lake and distant mountains, and there are pleasant lakeside
walks. The lake, the Waikato, Tongariro and Waitahanui Rivers and the many streams that flow into
the lake, provide excellent fishing opportunities. The quick-draining volcanic soil means that rain
hardly ever spoils play on Taupo's five golf courses. Surrounding the lake's eastern shores are
numerous delightful small settlements and scenic locales. Adventure or outdoor enthusiasts will
never be bored! Activities include skydiving, jet boating, bungy jumping, a fun theme park, a ropes
course, quad biking, to name just a few. For those visitors looking for more relaxing pursuits,
there are great shops for retail therapy, museums to visit, and a wide range of dining options.