Daily Maori Rock Carvings Cruise

CRUISE TO THE WORLD FAMOUS MĀORI ROCK CARVINGS

Take a relaxing boat trip aboard The Ernest Kemp, the Lake Taupo Māori Rock Carvings Cruise Specialists. One of the world’s largest freshwater volcanic craters, Lake Taupō is home to the famous Māori Rock Carvings, only accessible by boat. Have your camera ready and enjoy this piece of spiritual and cultural significance of the lake on our replica steamboat.

  • 1.5-2 Hour Cruises, 10:30am & 2pm Everyday
  •  Family Special $105
  •  Free WiFi

Make It An Experience To Remember!

Purpose built for entertaining with two expansive decks. An experience to remember for up to 70 guests.

Cruise the stunning bays of Lake Taupō Kayak, wake board, fish, swim - or relax and enjoy the service that our friendly crew will provide.

  •  Day Time: 70 Guests
  •  Overnight: 11 Guests
  •  Cruise by the hour, day or stay on the Yacht over night

Fishing
Weddings
Parties
Clay Shooting
Catering
BBQ

Fishing

  •  Fish all year round on Lake Taupo
  •  Experienced & friendly skippers & crew
  •  All fishing gear provided
  •  Trout caught cleaned & bagged
  •  Sashimi or BBQ your trout on board

Weddings

  •  Have us decorate the boat
  •  Finger food & canape menu
  •  Everything supplied for your special occasion

Parties

  •  Hen & Stag parties
  •  Unique Wedding venue
  •  Fun family day out
  •  Birthday & celebration parties
  •  Corporate team meetings

Clay Shooting

  •  Enjoy excitement of breaking clays
  •  No previous experience needed
  •  Instruction & supervision for safety
  •  Great team competition for all

Catering

  •  Menus for any occasion
  •  BYO or fully catered
  •  All glassware & crockery on board

BBQ

  •  Try our popular fillet beef steak sandwich
  •  BYO BBQ meal
  •  BBQ your freshly caught trout