Taupo is a town situated on the shores of Lake Taupo on New Zealand’s North Island.
Lake Taupo is the largest lake in Australasia and is located in a region that boasts unrivalled natural beauty that begs to be explored. Pick up your rental car from Hertz at the airport terminal and be prepared to be wowed by New Zealand’s stunning landscape.
Gorgeous Lake Taupo is, in fact, a volcano, which according to records, last erupted in 181AD. The lake has been created over the last 27,000 years, and is the result of numerous violent eruptions.
The Lake Taupo region is part of New Zealand’s volcanic belt that stretches from Tongariro National Park, to Rotorua and White Island. There is lots to see and do in the region, so jump in your rental car and get exploring. Local attractions include trout fishing, mountain biking, skiing, and geothermal parks.
