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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$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$20.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$59.00
- Child$20.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$59.00
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$59.00
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$26.55
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$59.00
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$59.00
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$20.00
- Infant$10.00
- Family$158.00
- Adult$41.30
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$26.55 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
- Adult$41.30 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$14.00
- Infant$7.00
- Family$97.30
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From Scenic Māori Rock Carving Cruise - Chris Jolly Outdoors
Thank you for the 5 stars!
hyeinj fromSouth 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!
Jonathan Arnold fromNew Zealand wrote on 23 September 2025
A Taupō Cruise Experience Above and Beyond
We had such a fantastic family experience on our Lake Taupō cruise to the Māori carvings. The crew were outstanding – great communication, warm and friendly, and they shared fascinating historical insights alongside the standard safety info. The sailing itself was smooth and relaxing, with commentary, hot drinks, and even home-made muffins. They went above and beyond by putting out fishing rods (even though it wasn’t advertised for our trip) and giving our youngest the unforgettable chance to steer the boat under supervision – complete with a certificate he absolutely treasures. There was plenty of time for photos at the carvings, and the whole trip felt relaxed and family-friendly. Highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Taupō!
From Scenic Māori Rock Carving Cruise - Chris Jolly Outdoors
Wonderful comments thank you, we really appreciate your feedback.
brettc8 fromNew Zealand wrote on 22 September 2025
Excellent experience
Staff were great and very knowledgeable. Definitely would do it again
From Scenic Māori Rock Carving Cruise - Chris Jolly Outdoors
Thank you Brett!
Kylie fromNew Zealand wrote on 21 September 2025
Fantastic cruise
The cruise was fantastic, was a great day out cruising to the Māori carving rocks with beautiful views and a sight to be seen but what out shone that was the amazing staff , just the best energy , so friendly , funny and entertaining ... I loved that it was an all girl crew too .. thank you ladies you girls are awesome
From Scenic Māori Rock Carving Cruise - Chris Jolly Outdoors
We’re thrilled you enjoyed the cruise and the crew – the girls will be so happy to hear your kind words. We hope to see you back on board again soon!
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jaehoj fromSouth 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..