Lake Taupo Sailing Expedition: Experience Maori Rock Carvings on an Eco-Friendly Yacht

Embark on a sustainable sailing expedition on Lake Taupo to experience the iconic Maori Rock Carvings. Enjoy an eco-friendly yacht, engaging commentary, and free refreshments.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Maori Rock Carvings - Explore Lake Taupō on an eco-friendly scenic cruise on New Zealand’s only electric yacht. Enjoy stunning vistas as you set sail to explore the Māori Rock Carvings at Mine Bay, Te Moaenga Bay, Whakamoenga Bay and Acacia Bay. Stopping to listen to Maori myths and legends with refreshments included. Book with Sail Barbary today and enjoy one of New Zealand’s must-do experiences.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • GST included
  • Local guide commentary
  • Evening cruises with a drink
  • Opportunity to swim
  • Complimentary beverage and postcard
What's Not Included
  • Additional food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Our electrically powered yacht is completely eco-friendly, expelling zero emissions or noise, ensuring its compliance with climate safety, and providing the finest sailing voyage on Lake Taupo.
Since 1982, we’ve been offering trips to the exceptional Maori Rock Carvings!
This activity, available throughout the year, provides relaxation, joy, and aquatic…

Location
Sail Barbary eco-sailing to Maori Rock Carvings Taupo
Redoubt Street
We are located in front of Stir Cafe - a little grey caravan converted into a cafe. Look for a blue flag with Barbary written on it in yellow. Berth 9 and 10.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Chris_b
Oct 19, 2024
An evening sail - Chris was a very colourful captain with great stories and knowledge of the lake! The Māori carvings were amazing! Beautiful smooth sail. A great evening!
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Shirley_l
Oct 19, 2024
A must do while in Taupō - Brilliant day sailing! The experience is incredible, and the beauty of the sights breathtaking. Our Skipper was very informative about the area and the rock carvings. Something very special to remember.
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113kirsteni
Oct 11, 2024
All family on board - This is the second time my husband and I have done this tour, this time we brought the kids. Weather was a little rough un parts but loved watching the skipper dealing with it and the youngest loved the waves. Skipper and his daughter were fantastic hosts.
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Voyage50757705211
Oct 10, 2024
Love Sailing Lake Taupo - Had an amazing time on this sailing vessel to see the Māori rock carvings. It was a gorgeous day on the lake and the father and daughter team captaining the boat were delightful. I enjoyed the fact that the vessel is electric and wind powered so there was no fumes! We passed some of the other boats that offer this cruise on the lake and the diesel fumes were stinky. If you want to get out in Lake Taupo and enjoy the scenery this is the way to do it! 5 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Noel
Oct 7, 2024
Lake Taupo sailing experience - Loved the experience. Your guide "Chris" was informative, interesting professional and obviously a very experienced sailor. As an elderly couple we felt totally relaxed and safe on board his yacht. Would recommend this experience wholeheartedly
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William_t
Sep 28, 2024
Māori rock carving - Taupō - The Captain was great. Very friendly and answered any and all questions. Very pleasant sailing on the lake. Great price for the tour as well.
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588gastona
Sep 16, 2024
Good Experience - It was a good trip, 21⁄2 hours. The boat owner is friendly and makes good jokes. Recommended to return, the price is good.
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Tashcoop299
Sep 9, 2024
Must do in Taupō - Pete was very knowledgeable and informative guide and it was a lovely trip. Beautiful scenery and learnt a lot. 10/10 recommended
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Eleni_o
Aug 17, 2024
Loved it! - Loved loved loved this tour! The skipper/caption was fabulous and his coffee/tea and complementary ginger biscuit is second to none. Thank you so much for a fabulous stories, ones we are still laughing about and showing us Peaking Duck and Dinners party tricks!
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Chen_y
Aug 4, 2024
Nice captain and beautiful view - The captain held the biscuit waiting for the ducks attention and a duck flied quickly and catched the biscuit, that was amazing.
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