Ernest Kemp Cruise: Scenic Voyage to Maori Rock Carvings on Lake Taupo

Embark on an unforgettable scenic voyage to the mesmerizing Maori Rock Carvings on Lake Taupo with Ernest Kemp Cruises. Enjoy live commentary, photo opportunities, and complimentary drinks and snacks onboard.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Maori Rock Carvings - Sit back and relax cruising picturesque Lake Taupo to visit the famous Maori Rock Carvings with Ernest Kemp Cruises. Enjoy complimentary hot beverages, Free Wifi. Cruises between 90 -120 mins. Great photo opportunities. Comfortable seating inside and out. Live commentary of the lake and history of the local area.
What's Included
  • Tea and coffee provided
Additional Information

For over three decades, Ernest Kemp Cruises has been offering delightful voyages on Lake Taupo. Our specialty lies in daily tours to the Maori Rock Carvings. As you relish the area’s history and our one-of-a-kind, replica steamboat, our amiable captain and staff provide live narrations along with a vivid brochure explaining the carvings’ significance….

Location
Lake Taupo Cruises
Redoubt Street
Please go to the black Booking Office, 65 Redoubt St Taupo Marina to pick up your boarding pass. The boat is in berth 2, just by the Booking Office. The Booking Office is by the coffee caravan at the Marina.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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150debbic
Jan 21, 2025
Excellent cruise - Absolutely wonderful cruise very informative and nice guides, great carvings and an opportunity to swim in Lake Taupo.
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Ben_r
Jan 20, 2025
What a day - Incredible trip. The gents on the boat were amazing with my 6 and 2 year old letting them drive the boat and facilitating us jumping into the lake near the carvings.
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Peter_h
Jan 20, 2025
Manaakitanga - Took my family for the first time and they enjoyed it. They enjoyed the live commentary, and positive vibes from the Skipper Peter. The closest I’ve been to the carving too and my nephew and Neice had a swim so make sure to bring your togs! It was nice Peter had let the kids take a turn steering the boat!
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147kabirr
Jan 19, 2025
Small kids friendly - Peter’s commentary was great & the last bit of allowing kids to drive the boat. My daughter loved it. It was a great family experience.
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Culture66959930845
Jan 18, 2025
A morning to remember. - The whole experience was amazing. The crew were very friendly and welcoming. The carvings were incredible and knowledgeable about the artists and the meaning behind each one. My wife enjoyed the chance to steer the boat. Would highly recommend this cruise.
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Goplaces53392560738
Jan 18, 2025
Beautiful vintage boat tour on Lake Taupo - Very nice boat tour, well organized, the service was perfect. The historic ship was very original. The Maori rock art could be viewed in peace from close up.
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Tatiana_n
Jan 17, 2025
Take your family,... - Take your family, yourself, friends, and/or partners! It's definitely worth it, and learning about the ancestors from Taupo
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Randy_m
Jan 17, 2025
Thoroughly enjoyed the cruise. - The captain was great at navigating the boat. He ensured that everyone on board got a great view of the carving. Our host Sasha was very attentive to our needs and very friendly. We had great conversation with her. Thoroughly enjoyed our cruise.
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Eyam
Jan 16, 2025
Lovely relaxing boat out to the carvings - Really nice relaxing afternoon. Sasha was great making us all welcome and comfortable. Good little bit of lake history given by the boat driver. Booked through book me so good value for money
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Goodguide99
Jan 16, 2025
Ernest Kemp boat trip was very relaxing. - Very pleasant boat cruise on a lovely historic boat on Lake Taupo to see the Māori carvings. The Ernest kemp was comfortable and nice touches on board with tea coffee and snacks on board. One and a half hours was fine to get there and back. It was nice to have a short commentary but would have been so much more informative to have much more time spent on commentary as just about all passengers are tourists from out of Taupo. Would recommend to anyone for a pleasant trip on the lake.
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