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Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo
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Taupō, New Zealand
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Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo
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- 24 hours prior100% refund
- Within 24 hoursNo refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
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(888) 651-9785
1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 5 more
Overview
Cruise around the scenic bays of Lake Taupo and admire the Maori Rock Carvings during this boat tour. Aboard the boat, listen to informative commentary about the ecology, volcanology, and cultural history of the area. Admire the impressive views of the snowy mountain tops of the UNESCO-listed Tongariro National Park and Lake Taupo's picturesque shores. See the Maori Rock Carvings depicting the legends of the local Tuwharetoa tribe. Choose from morning departure (includes tea) or afternoon departure (includes a fishing demonstration).
- Cruise on scenic Lake Taupo to view the Maori Rock Carvings
- Learn about the ecology, volcanology, and history of the area from your guide
- Enjoy tea or a live fishing demonstration, depending on choice of departure time
- See the Maori rock carvings depicting the local tribe's legends
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What's Included
Coffee and/or Tea
Live commentary on board
Snacks
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Departure & Return
Ferry Road , Ferry Road, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
This activity will end right where it started.FERRY ROAD TAUPO - Cruise Cat is in Berth 4, just in front of the 'Stir Cafe' at the Boat Harbour. PAY ON BOARD.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 75 travelers
- OPERATED BY Chris Jolly Outdoors
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Daily Scenic Maori Rock Carving Cruise Taupo?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Great Day
jimandness01
, Jun 2022
Awesome
Nanny_H
, Jun 2022
Great experience, Great crew
Jojo_T
, Jun 2022
It was a pleasant cruise...
Greg_M
, Jun 2022
It was a pleasant cruise on a nice day weather-wise. The crew and catering were great. Some more commentary would have been better especially about the volcanic aspect.
Fantastic
Nicole_R
, May 2022
Waiting to hear back
Maria_L
, May 2022
It was my sons 21st and I booked for 6 adults and my 2 grandchildren, was a bit rough hit out to sea but the boat was leaking diesel we had to head back in so didn’t get to see Māori carved rock
Mean Maori Mean
Jack_D
, May 2022
Fantastic
Craig_B
, May 2022
Outstanding Lake Taupo experience
Coleen_B
, May 2022
Appreciated to the young man.
SUBRAMANYAM_K
, May 2022
The trip out to the...
Faye_G
, May 2022
Awesome experience
Sobha_P
, May 2022
Views from the cruise and staff interaction was amazing . Very friendly staff and complimentary drink and muffin was bonus. Staff kept entertained and engaged kids to do some awesome things and my kids loved it. Worth to do it. clean and tidy inside and outside
Awesome
TUPU_K
, May 2022
Fantastic
Donna_M
, Apr 2022
Seeing Lake Taupo from...
Jessie_B
, Apr 2022
Beautiful cruise tour...
Bodin_S
, Apr 2022
Great experience
Thelma_G
, Apr 2022
Worth it!
Pelenaise_T
, Apr 2022
Love the view, the ride was perfect with friendly crews. The boat took us on different angles so we can see the rock carving clearly and closely. The weather was fine and we started our day nicely with the boat ride. Thank for hosting us.
Lovely time on this boat....
Adriene_H
, Apr 2022
Lovely time on this boat. Little more of a ride on the lake would have been nice instead of just to the carving.
The views, the history...
Teena_O
, Apr 2022
The views, the history and diffently Sarah the Captain who was not only a vital part of sharing the history of Lake Taupo but also had us laughing and smiling from the time we stepped on the boat.
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