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Located just 21 km south of Te Anau, the tranquil township of Manapouri sits on the eastern shore of its namesake, Lake Manapouri. This quiet settlement is not just a destination but also a crucial gateway to one of Fiordland's most spectacular and remote wonders: Doubtful Sound. The bustling hub of the town is Pearl Harbour, the departure point for tours and ferries that traverse Lake Manapouri, transporting visitors to the beginning of their Doubtful Sound adventure. From here, guests embark on journeys offering an immersive experience of the fjord's untouched wilderness. Manapouri also plays a significant role in New Zealand's energy infrastructure. The township serves as a supply point for the country's largest hydropower station, situated on the opposite shore of the lake. The power generated here is a key resource, originally constructed to supply the Tiwai Point aluminium smelter near Bluff.

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