Travel Guide To World Clearest Blue New Zealand
Located in Nelson Lakes National Park, Blue Lake nominated at the world's clearest lake having the clearest natural body of fresh water. There is visibility in the lake is up to 80 metres (262 ft) - meaning the water is considered almost as "optically clear" as distilled water.
Blue lake is characterised by blue-violet hues seen only in such clear natural waters. Part of the Nelson Lakes National Park conservation area in the northern South Island, Blue Lake is fed by waters from nearby Lake Constance. The park is a popular hiking, fishing and destination. The lake is a two-day hike from the park boundary or, for an aerial view, there are scenic flights with Reid Helicopters.
