I am going to Lake Taupo, New Zealand for and adventure! Taupo, New Zealand is toward the center of the North Island of New Zealand. I have planned a trip for the end of January 2014. This will be during the summer. It will be a perfect time to explore the lake and the area around Lake Taupo in the warmth of summer. On this trip I will be stepping outside of my comfort zone. I will have a budget of $4,500 for this get away.
THEME: Exploring My Limits!!!
Maori Rock Carvings, Mine Bay, Lake Taupo.
The Maori Rock Carvings are both spiritually and culturally beautiful. They are over 10 meters in height and tower over the deep waters of Lake Taupo. These magnificent pieces of art took over 4 summers to be completed by master carver Matahi Whakataka-Brightwell in the late 1970's. They are only accessible by boat or kayak. If you kayak it would give you a much closer view than if you were to boat.