138 Lake Terrace, Taupo, NZ, 2730
Lake Taupo's season-opening Ironman Triathlon sees up to 1500 contestants battling for US$50,000 of prize money. Competitors swim 2.4 miles (3.86 km), cycle 180km (112 miles) and run 42km (26 miles) through a breathtaking landscape of hot springs, volcanoes and waterfalls.
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New Zealand's magnificent Lake Taupo is the setting for one of the world's largest fun bike events - the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge, first held in 1977. More than 10,000 people are expected to pedal their way round the 160km course.
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Lake Taupo is the largest lake in New Zealand. Measuring 606 sq kms, it was formed by an enormous volcanic eruption about 25,000 years ago. Today, it is a centre for adventure tourism of all kinds, and claims to be the trout fishing capital of the world.
Afficher les détails ›Celebrate New Year's Eve in Taupo at its open-air concert. Held in Riverside Park Unison Amphitheatre, the event is great for families who want to enjoy live music, a picnic and fireworks in a relaxed, alcohol-free environment.
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