Cruises
History and Māori Culture
Half-Day Tours
Family-friendly Tours
Relax aboard the spacious Cruise Cat catamaran with indoor and outdoor seating, live commentary, panoramic lake views and stories of local history, volcanic landscapes and Māori culture. This morning departure also includes a complimentary homemade muffin and hot drink.
Tour Highlights
- Visit the Ngātoroirangi Māori Rock Carvings
- Complimentary homemade muffin and hot drink
- Live commentary from the local crew
- Views of secluded bays and volcanic lake scenery
- Spacious Cruise Cat with indoor and outdoor seating
- Family-friendly activities for children
- Wheelchair and pram friendly, confirm before booking
- Meeting Point: Cruise Cat, Berth 4, 64 Redoubt Street/Ferry Road
- Drop-off: Berth 4, Taupo Boat Harbour, 65 Redoubt Street/Ferry Road
This is the 10:30am morning departure and does not include the live fishing demonstration. Choose the 1pm cruise if you want the Māori Rock Carvings cruise with fishing demonstration.
- Adult: 18 years +
- Senior: 65 years +
- Children: 4-16 years
- Infant: 0-3 years
- More than 30 days before travel: Full Refund**
- 48 hours to 30 days before: 10% cancellation fee applies**
- Within 48 hours before/no show: No refund
Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.