Lake Taupō Māori Rock Carvings Scenic Cruise aboard Ernest Kemp

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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours
Service animals welcome

Ernest Kemp Cruises cruising Lake Taupo for over 30 years. We specialise in visiting the Maori Rock Carvings daily. Enjoy the history of the area and this unique replica steamboat. Friendly skipper and crew offer a live commentary and a colour brochure explaining the meaning of the carvings. Lots of great photo opportunities with viewing and seating both inside and out. Bring a towel in summer months your skipper may decide there is time for a swim in our crystal clear lake.

Complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate and cookies. Free wifi on board.

4 cruises daily in the summer months, from 90 - 120 minutes. Our popular 5 pm Cocktail Cruise includes a couple of complimentary glasses of wine or beer and pizza, this is all included in the ticket price. Sit back and relax you will have great experience on board Ernest Kemp Cruises.

What's included

  • Free WiFi on board
  • Complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate & cookies
  • Live commentary from skipper & crew
  • Scenic cruise on Ernest Kemp

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Meals (except pizza & drinks on Cocktail Cruise)
    • Hotel pickup/drop-off

    Tour available in your selected language

    English

    Additional information

    Service animals allowed

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Well behaved dogs welcome.

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Location

    Departure point

    Ernest Kemp Cruises, Redoubt St 2, Taupō, 3330
    Please go directly to the Boat, the boat is in Berth 2 at the Taupo Marina Redoubt Street. Please report to the boat 15 mins prior to departure. Your booking will be in the manifest and you will be met by a crew member.

    End point

    Ernest Kemp Cruises, Redoubt St 2, Taupō, 3330

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