Embark on a scenic sailing tour of Lake Taupo and discover the extraordinary Māori Rock Carvings. Relax on the luxurious ‘Kindred Spirit’ yacht and enjoy breathtaking views while learning about the lake’s history. Swim in the crystal-clear waters of the largest freshwater lake in Australasia.
Embark on a scenic sailing tour of Lake Taupo and discover the extraordinary Māori Rock Carvings. Relax on the luxurious ‘Kindred Spirit’ yacht and enjoy breathtaking views while learning about the lake’s history. Swim in the crystal-clear waters of the largest freshwater lake in Australasia.
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Lake Taupo - Experience the beauty of a scenic sailing tour to the Māori Rock Carvings, one of the most extraordinary contemporary carvings in the world.
Escape from hectic life for a while and enjoy the breathtaking views around. Listen to our experienced skippers and learn about the history of the lake. Give the crew a hand hoisting the sails…
- Lake Taupo - Experience the beauty of a scenic sailing tour to the Māori Rock Carvings, one of the most extraordinary contemporary carvings in the world.
Escape from hectic life for a while and enjoy the breathtaking views around. Listen to our experienced skippers and learn about the history of the lake. Give the crew a hand hoisting the sails and take a turn on the wheel or just snuggle under some blankets and enjoy the wide selection of drinks.
Take a dip and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the largest freshwater lake in Australasia (weather dependent).
Enjoy free pizza and beverages on some departures - or purchase light refreshments on-board. You are also able to bring your own food and drinks with you, should you wish.
Afterwards, return to the marina where you tour concludes.
- Blankets
- Selection of non-alcoholic drinks (if option is selected)
- Wet weather gear
- On-board restrooms
- Live commentary on board
- BYO
- Longest swim stop out of any company on the lake (weather dependent)
- Selection of beer and wine (if option is selected)
- Snacks
- Blankets
- Selection of non-alcoholic drinks (if option is selected)
- Wet weather gear
- On-board restrooms
- Live commentary on board
- BYO
- Longest swim stop out of any company on the lake (weather dependent)
- Selection of beer and wine (if option is selected)
- Snacks
- Accommodation pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks (if option not selected)
- Accommodation pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks (if option not selected)
Experience the beauty of a scenic sailing tour to the Māori Rock Carvings, one of the most extraordinary contemporary carvings in the world. Only view-able from the water, the likeness of Ngātoroirangi towers 14-meters above Lake Taupō, surrounded by over 40 smaller carvings..
Escape from hectic life for a while and enjoy the breathtaking views around….
Experience the beauty of a scenic sailing tour to the Māori Rock Carvings, one of the most extraordinary contemporary carvings in the world. Only view-able from the water, the likeness of Ngātoroirangi towers 14-meters above Lake Taupō, surrounded by over 40 smaller carvings..
Escape from hectic life for a while and enjoy the breathtaking views around.
Relax on our charter yacht “Kindred Spirit” and enjoy the superior comfort with a large deck space.
Listen to our experienced skippers and learn about the history of the lake. Give the crew a hand hoisting the sails and take a turn on the wheel or just snuggle under some blankets and enjoy the wide selection of drinks.
Kindred Spirit sails under full sails as much as possible or gently meanders, when it is truly calm, by a quite inboard diesel engine.
Take a dip and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the largest freshwater lake in Australasia (weather dependent).
- Sailing trips are subject to minimum numbers, lake and weather conditions.
- Departs from Taupo Marina. (Redoubt St), Check-in at Berth # 16/17, 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Check-in closes 15 minutes before scheduled departure. Boarding time 10 minutes before scheduled departure
- People failing to show up for check in will not be refunded.
- We reserve the right to upgrade passengers to our other sailing yacht Tiua should weather conditions, demand or other circumstances require it. No extra costs will apply. The trip at 9.30am or 12.30pm might be postponed by 30min in such circumstances.
- In the event of quickly changing bad weather and lake conditions, it may not be possible to view the Maori Rock Carvings, this decision is made at the discretion of the skipper for the health and safety of all on board the vessel
- Please let us know in advance if you have medical issues. The skipper has the last call on check in to decide if the trip is suitable regarding medical issues due to health and safety regulations.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
