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Lake Rotorua

Rotorua, New Zealand
Rotorua Lake from Mount Ngongotaha
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Maori site at the lake
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Ranked #14 of 41 attractions in Rotorua
4.5 of 5 stars 67 Reviews
Type: Bodies of Water
Activities: Fishing
Description: The largest of a dozen lakes formed by volcanic activity, this clear, calm lake offers cruises, kayaking and sailing, as well as great trout fishing.
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Sydney
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
“A great venue”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

From all the activity on the lake to the children's playground there is always something interesting happening and great photo opportunities. The walks around the lake are great for pleasure and fitness. More

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Perth, Western Australia
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
“Lovely Lake”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Lake Rotorua is a great place to spend a couple of hours while in Rotoura. A very lovely lake with walking paths around it, pretty gardens at the entrance. There is plenty to do around the area and lots of restaurants near by. More

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Hong Kong
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1,090 reviews 1,090 reviews
Reviews in 72 cities Reviews in 72 cities
1,838 helpful votes 1,838 helpful votes
“Great location for tourism in North Island”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Lake Rotorua is a nice area to visit on the North Island with lots of activities available, plenty of restaurants and probably too many hotels in which to choose from. Having visited here on a couple occasions, I must admit preferring Lake Taupo to Lake Rotorua but this is still a great place to visit when traveling around on the... More

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Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Beautiful Lake”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Well kept lake and easily accesible... Nice to wander round the edge and see some of the nature thermal activity More

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Adelaide, Australia
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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“Brilliant and Beautiful”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

A lovely lake that you can go sailing, cruises, ect More

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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90 reviews 90 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
“lovely walk”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

hot day it was lovely seeing the flying boat and all the gardens More

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Tauranga
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Nice lake”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

If you like fishing this lake is full of big fat trout! Fish where the ice cold steams enter the lake. Water can be quite murky compare to other lakes in the area More

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Alberta
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5 reviews 5 reviews
“Great fishing!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

Call Splash n Catch for a great Lake tour! It was beautiful! More

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West Falmouth, MA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
“Lovely Paddle Boat Ride”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

We enjoyed the luncheon tour around the Lake - relaxing and informative! More

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New Zealand
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“lovely place to stroll”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

We visit the lakefront pretty often. It has a real family atmosphere with the playground and the lake. The walkway around to the museum is a must. Lakeside cafe is a great place for coffee and food. More

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