• Maori Rock Carvings - Sit back and relax cruising picturesque Lake Taupo to visit the famous Maori Rock Carvings with Ernest Kemp Cruises. Enjoy complimentary hot beverages, Free Wifi. Cruises between 90 -120 mins. Great photo opportunities. Comfortable seating inside and out. Live commentary of the lake and history of the local area.

• Tea and coffee provided

For over three decades, Ernest Kemp Cruises has been offering delightful voyages on Lake Taupo. Our specialty lies in daily tours to the Maori Rock Carvings. As you relish the area’s history and our one-of-a-kind, replica steamboat, our amiable captain and staff provide live narrations along with a vivid brochure explaining the carvings’ significance. Plenty of excellent photography spots are available with both indoor and outdoor seating and views. During the summer, don’t forget to carry a towel; the captain might decide to allot some time for a dip in the pristine lake.

Enjoy free tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cookies, and wifi during the cruise.

During the summer, we have four daily cruises ranging from 90 to 120 minutes. Our renowned 5 pm Cocktail Cruise comes with complimentary glasses of wine or beer and pizza, included in the ticket price. Sit back, unwind, and savor a remarkable journey aboard Ernest Kemp Cruises.

• Well behaved dogs welcome.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.