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Maori Rock Carvings Cruise: Lake Taupo Adventure
4.8
16 Ratings
Taupō
Cruise to Maori Rock Carvings for a unique blend of culture, adventure, and stunning lake views. Discover the Kiwi way on Lake Taupo.
Cruise to Maori Rock Carvings for a unique blend of culture, adventure, and stunning lake views. Discover the Kiwi way on Lake Taupo.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Maori Rock Carvings - Embark on a cruise to the Maori rock carvings aboard our modern, all-weather vessel.
Discover the culture, history, and sustainability of the area.
Get an up-close view of the 14-meter-high face of Ngatoroirangi and smaller carvings along the waterline.
Be amazed by the crystal-clear water, lush green bushline, and majestic…
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Maori Rock Carvings - Embark on a cruise to the Maori rock carvings aboard our modern, all-weather vessel.
Discover the culture, history, and sustainability of the area.
Get an up-close view of the 14-meter-high face of Ngatoroirangi and smaller carvings along the waterline.
Be amazed by the crystal-clear water, lush green bushline, and majestic volcanic mountains.
Choose from four different seating areas to enjoy the scenery: the bow, cabin, cockpit, or climb up to the flybridge for elevated views.
If time permits, enjoy a trout fishing demonstration.
Swimming is encouraged, whether it’s summer or winter!
What's Included
- Evening cruises include a glass of wine/beer/soft drink
- Alcoholic beverages available for purchase
- Swimming is encouraged
- Toasty warm ponchos
- Tea and coffee
- On-board restrooms
- Evening cruises include a glass of wine/beer/soft drink
- Alcoholic beverages available for purchase
- Swimming is encouraged
- Toasty warm ponchos
- Tea and coffee
- On-board restrooms
What's Not Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Additional food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Additional food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Since 1982, cruises have been offered to the renowned Maori Rock Carvings.
This summer activity provides relaxation, fun, and adventure on the water, in true Kiwi style. Experience the cultural significance of this impressive 46-foot (14m) high rock art up close. Enjoy excellent, entertaining, and up-to-date commentary on Lake Taupo, the volcanoes, and…
Since 1982, cruises have been offered to the renowned Maori Rock Carvings.
This summer activity provides relaxation, fun, and adventure on the water, in true Kiwi style. Experience the cultural significance of this impressive 46-foot (14m) high rock art up close. Enjoy excellent, entertaining, and up-to-date commentary on Lake Taupo, the volcanoes, and the carvings.
- Near public transportation.
- Free car parking
- What to Bring: Dress casual, comfortable and warm (layered clothes work best), windproof/showerproof jacket, swimwear and towel (during summer), sunglasses, hat and don’t forget your camera!
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative boat, date or full refund.
- Please note: You are welcome to bring your own prepared food and beverages. NZ law requires adults to be R18 and over to drink alcohol.
Location
Sail Barbary eco-sailing to Maori Rock Carvings Taupo
Redoubt Street
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(16 Ratings)
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Ryderjb23
Jul 19, 2023
Great Views and Excellent Conpany - A relaxed trip to see the carvings with great commentary. The real bonus is that this tour takes a smaller group than other companies take, which makes the transit more comfortable and provides a much more intimate tour experience as well as a better photo taking opportunity. My husband and I went on this cruise and absolutely loved it. I'm very glad we chose this company over the others we considered.
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Anne
Mar 8, 2023
Sailing on Lake Taupo - We thoroughly enjoyed our trip on LakeTaupo to see the Maori carvings. We were lucky to have a clear sunny day with virtually no wind, but it was an experience to have the sails up for the trip. Our host was very knowledgeable, friendly and had a host of humerous stories to tell which made the trip even more enjoyable
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Hilanda63
Jan 17, 2023
The best experience on the lake! - What can I say, yet another amazing trip with Pete on the Kakariki. This has become a regular thing for us and this year we took a whole bunch of additional family visiting from overseas. They loved the experience as much as us. It is easy, relaxing informative and you might just catch a fish or two! If you are in Taupo, this is a must. We will be booking again next time we are there for sure, it is an experience you simply won't tire of. Try it, you won't be disappointed.
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Sawties
Jan 29, 2022
Will definitely go again. - Really enjoyed our trip on Kakariki. The Skipper gave us a great history of the rocks and all the Bays around Lake Taupo. Was great to stop for a swim out of the wind, we felt like we were the only ones on the boat.
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Nae
Dec 9, 2021
Birthday celebrations - Firstly want to give a huge thanks to the team! Our captain especially for putting up with all of us, your manaakitanga/hospitality was core and it showed. Definitely topped ny year spending my 22nd birthday on a Sail boat, of which I’ve been on twice previously and enjoyed so I booked it for my birthday! We had a great time, played our own music and we’re allowed to take on our own beverages. What topped it off was the mean weather and the swim on our way back! A whole vibe. Highly recommend this tour, you can book private charter, we had max 22 people, ideal for work dos or hens party etc. The team will take care of you. Once again THANK YOU!
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Bryce_k
Jun 8, 2021
Entertaining, Great Trip - Great cruise on Lake Taupo. Chris was an excellent host and skipper.
The Maori Rock Carvings are magnificent.
Recommend trip.
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Phillipb294
May 14, 2021
Book this tour - We did a lake cruise on the Kakariki today with some friends. Wow. Chris the skipper makes this such a good time. The cruise is really about going to see the Maori rock carvings but the commentary provided whilst travelling there and back is awesome. Very professionally run yet plenty of fun on board. If you are considering a cruise on Lake Taupo make sure this one is at the top of the list.
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Traceys-adventures
May 12, 2021
Awesome - Very pleasant tour and sightseeing trip to see Maori carvings . Did not know anything about them and found them very worth while visiting. Captain very friendly and informative. Lovely tour of Taupo lake on the way with excellent narration. Beautiful autumn scenery on the way , best time to view.
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Thomas_s
Apr 24, 2021
Amazing - Our captain made the whole trip so much more better. He told us stories and his past experiences and the whole trip was just amazing. Thank you so much ❤
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Mljahns
Jan 19, 2023
Tourist trap - Mixed feelings on this. Communication with staff was good in regards to changes to the vessel type due to bad weather. Unfortunately the company let us know that another large group would be joining our booking so we could reschedule or refund, neither of which worked with our one-night stay in the area. We were under the impression they knew the group but sounds instead it was a young international tour group and so rather than getting the romantic couple cruise to the carvings at sunset we felt like we were on a party bus with loud music and shots. The captain did offer us drinks to make up for it but even being in our 20s the atmosphere was not what we were expecting or wanted. However the captains daughter was very friendly and amusing, and the short spiel once we reached the carvings was informative. Overall it felt like a generic lake cruise with a party vibe to a tourist trap of a carving with not much historical difference. Hard to tell if that was just one bad cruise or if they’re all like that.
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