Experience the Māori Rock Carvings by sail!

Morning Escape 9:30am

Highlights & Inclusions
  • 2.5 hours trip (approx)
  • Guided tour
  • Swimming stop (weather permitting)
  • Maori Rock Carvings
  • Includes 1 biscuit + 1 hot drink

Experience the peaceful beauty of a morning 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. Tour includes a hot drink and a biscuit. Take a dip and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the largest freshwater lake in Australasia (weather dependent).

  • Length on deck: 47ft (14.3m)
  • Length on waterline: 38’6ft (11.7m)
  • Beam: 12’6ft (3.8m)
  • Draught (lightship)5’8 ft (1.76m)
  • Max speed under engine: 7 knts
  • Max speed sailing: 9-10 knts
  • Max. of 20 passengers (the boat can seat up to 24 passengers on deck)
  • Lounge under deck with seating for up to 12 people.
  • Reach the rock carvings faster, allowing for more time to swim.
  • High quality sound system.
  • Fridge and freezer on board.
  • Equipped for the latest health and safety standards.

Please bring

  • Your camera to capture some of the most breathtaking views around.
  • Swimsuit and towel, if you want to take a dip in the lake
  • Sunblock
  • Warm clothing
  • Soft shoes

We Provide

  • Wet weather clothing and blankets are available on all our tours.
  • Drinks are available on all tours for purchase.
  • Biscuit + 1 hot drink included
Restrictions: NO hard soled shoes or high heels.

 Rates

Adults (Ages 15+)
$59
Child (3-14)
$49
Infants (2 and under)
$0

Prices are in NZD.

 Duration

2.5 Hours approximately

 Start

9:30am

Itinerary

Taupo Sailing Adventures, Lake Taupo Cruises, Maori Rock Carvings
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  • Tripadvisor Rating
  • 433 reviews
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Sharon F

2024/01/09

★★★★★

Highly recommend. Crew were amazing and so friendly. They were highly knowledgeable and answered all my questions It was such a relaxing few hours out on the lake

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Manon L

2024/01/06

★★★★★

This is an incredible experience! We were only 6 people on board, and we felt very privileged being there. There were hot drinks and biscuits in the 9.30am trip which were appreciated with the cold weather. The explanations, the experience everything was excellent. Dany and David were the perfect hosts for this experience! We strongly recommend them!

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julie k

2024/01/07

★★★★★

We booked to sail on Kindred Spirit, but were upgraded to Tiua, which we thoroughly enjoyed. The catamaran was much more roomy and probably more stable than the yacht. There was also a very spacious & comfortable internal area on the Tiua (including toilets), where you could see fairly well but stay warmer (& drier if the weather was damp). The pizza and drink were a great addition, and we were grateful to be able to get gluten free pizza (Pizza Hut) by requesting them at the time of booking. We enjoyed sitting in beanbags on the front of the catamaran. Dave was a friendly and entertaining host and gave us interesting information as we travelled, without it sounding like a pre-written tour speech.

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Alice S.

2024/02/03

★★★★★

It was such a lovely day not only because the weather was amazing! The guys were not only super kind but also made sure we got all out questions answered. We even did some fishing that day! Plus they invited us to stay on the boat even after the tour was over to sail with the next tour. we need more tourist guides like you! Thanks for everything :)

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Phil S

2024/01/03

★★★★★

Amazing experience run by a very professional outfit. Despite there being quite a few people on board who not sailors, I never felt unsafe. With drinks and food laid on we had a lovely cruise in slightly choppy waters. It was great fun when we went under sail. Fully recommend

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Escape61225278750

2024/01/02

★★★★★

Great fun, a beautiful catamaran and excellent crew. The outward bound trip, into a strong headwind and 1m waves was bouncy and fun. The view of the rock carvings and the return voyage (under sail) were very smooth and relaxing. The opportunity to swim in the lake was great fun ( for those of us brave enough to jump!). Overall an excellent day and good value.