Daily 90-Minute Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise on Lake Taupo
by Chris Jolly Outdoors
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$76.78Overview
The daily 90-minute boat cruise departs from Berth #4 at Taupo Boat Harbour aboard the Cruise Cat, a fully enclosed vessel with both indoor seating and large outdoor decks. The boat is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Children are welcome and receive colouring sheets and wheel certificates. The cruise includes live commentary about the volcanic history of Lake Taupo and the Maori legends related to the rock carvings. Passengers are served a complimentary hot homemade muffin with tea or coffee during the trip. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase but not included. The itinerary includes a 15-minute stop at Lake Taupo Marina, located on the Waikato River, the only river flowing out of the lake. The cruise then approaches the Maori Rock Carvings for about 10 minutes, where the crew explains their history and symbolism and allows time for photos. The boat offers views of secluded bays and the snow-capped peaks of Tongariro National Park. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Note that from 1st November 2024, the afternoon departure time changes from 1.30pm to 1.00pm.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Lake Taupo
The cruise pauses near Lake Taupo Marina, which sits on the Waikato River—the only river flowing out of Lake Taupo.
15 min
Maori Rock Carvings
The boat approaches the Maori Rock Carvings where the crew provides explanations about their history, meaning, and creation, allowing passengers to take photos.
10 min
Meeting point
65 Redoubt Street TAUPO - Cruise Cat is in Berth 4, just in front of the 'Stir Cafe' at the Boat Harbour. PAY ON BOARD.
End point
65 Redoubt Street TAUPO - Cruise Cat is in Berth 4, just in front of the 'Stir Cafe' at the Boat Harbour. PAY ON BOARD.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Daily 90-Minute Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise on Lake Taupo
by Chris Jolly Outdoors
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$76.78Overview
The daily 90-minute boat cruise departs from Berth #4 at Taupo Boat Harbour aboard the Cruise Cat, a fully enclosed vessel with both indoor seating and large outdoor decks. The boat is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Children are welcome and receive colouring sheets and wheel certificates. The cruise includes live commentary about the volcanic history of Lake Taupo and the Maori legends related to the rock carvings. Passengers are served a complimentary hot homemade muffin with tea or coffee during the trip. Alcoholic beverages are available for purchase but not included. The itinerary includes a 15-minute stop at Lake Taupo Marina, located on the Waikato River, the only river flowing out of the lake. The cruise then approaches the Maori Rock Carvings for about 10 minutes, where the crew explains their history and symbolism and allows time for photos. The boat offers views of secluded bays and the snow-capped peaks of Tongariro National Park. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Note that from 1st November 2024, the afternoon departure time changes from 1.30pm to 1.00pm.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Lake Taupo
The cruise pauses near Lake Taupo Marina, which sits on the Waikato River—the only river flowing out of Lake Taupo.
15 min
Maori Rock Carvings
The boat approaches the Maori Rock Carvings where the crew provides explanations about their history, meaning, and creation, allowing passengers to take photos.
10 min
Meeting point
65 Redoubt Street TAUPO - Cruise Cat is in Berth 4, just in front of the 'Stir Cafe' at the Boat Harbour. PAY ON BOARD.
End point
65 Redoubt Street TAUPO - Cruise Cat is in Berth 4, just in front of the 'Stir Cafe' at the Boat Harbour. PAY ON BOARD.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.