One particular attraction in the Lake Taupo area is the large geothermal field at Wairakei, which lies just under 10km north of the town of Taupo. It is conveniently laid out for visitors traveling by car: the circuit of Wairakei Park (40km) includes so many things to see that a full day should be allowed for the trip.
From Highway 1, going
north, the Huka Falls Loop Road goes off on the right just beyond Taupo. At the Huka Falls the mighty Waikato River thunders down over an 11m high rock face. Huka Valley, a reconstructed pioneer settlement, offers a presentation of living history.
At Honey Hive New Zealand, visitors are given an introduction to New Zealand's highly developed beekeeping industry, and can sample the honey.
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