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Discover the ancient Māori Rock Carvings on Lake Taupō with the trustworthy team at Chris Jolly Outdoors!
Discover the ancient Māori Rock Carvings on Lake Taupō with the trustworthy team at Chris Jolly Outdoors!
Highlights
- 90 Minute cruise to the Maori Rock Carvings with live commentary
- Stylish and spacious vessel with plenty of room for large groups
- Spectacular viewing platforms get you right up next to the scenery
- Live fishing demonstration on-board (1.30pm cruise only)
- Trustworthy team with over 40 years experience
Tick off one of the top things to do in Taupō as you visit some of New Zealand's most extraordinary artworks, the historic Ngātoroirangi Māori Rock Carvings!
Attracting visitors from all around the world, the Māori Rock Carvings are truly unique and only accessible by water, towering 14-metres above Lake Taupō.
You'll travel aboard the Cruise Cat, a stylish vessel that has been built for comfort offering warm booths and spacious viewing platforms that get you right up next to the scenery.
Enjoy live commentary and a hot beverage and muffin on board, and keep the kids entertained with colouring, a treasure hunt, or even driving the boat if the skipper allows. The afternoon cruise also includes a trout fishing demonstration where you'll also learn about various fishing options on Lake Taupō.
The friendly team at Chris Jolly Outdoors has over 40 years of experience and place high importance on your safety and wellbeing, so you can expect exceptional service, high attention to hygiene, and an all-round awesome time out on the water!
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$45.50 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$45.50 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$45.50 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$97.30
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$45.50 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$29.25 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
- Adult$45.50 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$11.25
- Infant$4.50
- Family$158.00
Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support
- emergency친절하고 지식이 풍부한 직원 (45명이 이 점을 언급했습니다).
- emergency아름다운 풍경과 마오리 바위 조각의 멋진 전망 (40명이 이 점을 언급했습니다).
- emergency맛있는 갓 구운 머핀과 무료 뜨거운 음료 (35명이 이 점을 언급했습니다).
- emergency가족을 위한 재미있고 매력적인 경험, 어린이 활동 포함 (30명이 이 점을 언급했습니다).
- emergency가격 대비 훌륭한 가치, 타우포에서 꼭 해야 할 활동 (25명이 이 점을 언급했습니다).
- emergency이상적인 날씨가 아닐지라도 부드럽고 편안한 크루즈 (20명이 이 점을 언급했습니다).
- star_shine추운 날씨에 대비해 재킷을 가져가세요.
조각상 사진을 많이 찍을 계획을 세우세요.
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From Scenic Māori Rock Carving Cruise - Chris Jolly Outdoors
Thank you for the 5 stars!
hyeinj from South Korea wrote on 15 March 2023
가격대비 만족!
크루들은 친절했고 배고 안정적으로 갔우며 충분한 시간을 모두다 즐길수있게 배려해주었고 잡지는 못했지만 누구나 할수잇던 낚시와 맜있엇던 머핀은 환상적이었습니다
From Scenic Māori Rock Carving Cruise - Chris Jolly Outdoors
Many thanks for your comments!
zenna from New Zealand wrote on 14 June 2026
Loved it.
We loved it. Was an interesting tour. My children loved everything about it, they got a muffin, there was tea/coffee part of the package or could buy drinks. They got coloring pictures to do. The even done some fishing off the back of the boat. We would definitely recommend to other people. Thank you's 😊
From Scenic Māori Rock Carving Cruise - Chris Jolly Outdoors
Hi Zenna, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are delighted to hear that you and your children enjoyed the cruise and all the activities on board. It is wonderful to know that the fishing, colouring, and treats were such a hit.
christinen7 from New Zealand wrote on 06 June 2026
A great trip
I booked this trip for our international German students. The weather had been very inclement it fined up for the trip. The boat captain was training another boat driver and he also gave a great commentary regarding the lake and items of interest on the lake and around the lake. Karen who welcomed us was lovely and we recommend this trip. I just wish I could have had a hot muffin being lactose and dairy intolerant has its draw backs but our crew said they were beautiful. Some lovely pictures for the girls to take home to Germany
From Scenic Māori Rock Carving Cruise - Chris Jolly Outdoors
Thank you for your lovely review. We're delighted your group enjoyed the trip and that Karen and the skipper helped make it a memorable experience. We will be sure to pass your kind comments on to our crew. We're sorry there wasn't a suitable muffin option for you. As the muffins are complimentary, we can't always cater for every dietary requirement, but whenever we are advised of dietary needs in advance, we do our best to accommodate them where possible. We hope the students took home some wonderful memories and photos from Lake Taupo!
nyorgi from New Zealand wrote on 03 June 2026
Fantastic Family Experience on Lake Taupō!
Our family had a fantastic time on the Scenic Māori Rock Carving Cruise with Chris Jolly Outdoors. The crew were friendly, knowledgeable, and shared plenty of interesting information about Lake Taupō, the carvings, and local history. The blueberry muffin was delicious, and it was great to have complimentary coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and water available throughout the cruise. We especially enjoyed the fishing demonstration and the crew’s explanations. Despite the weather being rough and the lake quite wavy, we felt completely safe. The boat was very stable, and the crew were professional and reassuring. A wonderful family-friendly experience and a highlight of our Taupō trip. Highly recommended!
From Scenic Māori Rock Carving Cruise - Chris Jolly Outdoors
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear your family had such a great experience with us. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you aboard again on your next visit to Taupo!
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jaehoj from South Korea wrote on 09 May 2023
정말 멋진 투어..
타우포에서 반드시 꼭 해야만 하는 투어입니다.. 예약했던 배가 변경되어 처음엔 약간 당황.. Scenic Māori Rock Carving Cruise tour는 신기한 경험이었으며 불가사이한 장면을 목격한 것 같습니다..선장과 스탭은 친절하였고 최선을 다해 고객을 응대하였습니다..