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Eating out can be one of the highlights of a holiday in Turangi. 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.

Once a small fishing town, Turangi serves the local forestry, farming and visitor industries. The
visitor centre has an audiovisual display of the hydroelectric power scheme. The Tongariro River is
one of the most famous trout fishing rivers in the world. The Department of Conservation runs the
Tongariro National Trout Centre 5km to the south of Turangi, with a viewing chamber and picnic and
barbecue areas. It is possible to take a 2-hour scenic cruise to experience the stunning scenery and
birdlife southern Lake Taupo has to offer. Nearby Kaimanawa Forest Park offers hunting, and
tramping, and Lake Rotopounamu (Greenstone Lake) is known for its bush, beach and birds.