Pūkawa is a beautiful, peaceful spot and we will definitely stay here again. Houses are shrouded by lush native forest and greenery. Wild tui, piwakawaka and more fly treetop to treetop around you and greet you every day. The lakefront is a beautiful geological spectacle in itself as it features pumice from the Taupo volcano washing ashore constantly. You can tell the neighbourhood is good as surfboards and kayaks are just left at the beach by locals without any concern of theft. That was the only thing that reminded me of city living the entire trip. Thanks Pūkawa. <3