Evening Eco Sailing Adventure to Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupō
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2 giờ 30 phút
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Discover the stunning Māori Rock Carvings on Lake Taupō aboard a 100% electric yacht. This eco-friendly cruise offers a unique blend of relaxation and cultural storytelling, perfect for all types of travelers. Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere where you can bring your own food and drinks while soaking up the sun, swimming, or even taking the helm. Engage with knowledgeable crew members as they share tales of Taupō’s volcanic landscape and Māori heritage, ensuring a memorable experience. Whether you're seeking a scenic day trip or a sunset cocktail cruise, Sail Barbary provides an unforgettable connection to nature and culture.
Explore the iconic 14-meter Ngātoroirangi Māori Rock Carvings, accessible only by water
Enjoy a relaxed cruise with BYO food and drinks, plus complimentary drinks on evening sails
Engage in cultural storytelling from the enthusiastic crew about local legends and history
Experience sustainable sailing on a 100% electric yacht, perfect for eco-conscious travelers
Thông tin khác
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cần Quan Tâm
Maori Rock Carvings
Artist Matahi Whakataka-Brightwell created the Mine Bay Maori Rock Carvings in the late 1970s. The images were carved by hand into the cliffs over Lake Taupo using traditional Maori techniques. Matahi and a team of four assistants completed the work over four summers. The centerpiece of the Mine Bay Maori Rock Carvings depicts the tattooed face of Ngatoroirangi, the legendary navigator who guided the Maori tribes of Tūwharetoa and Te Arawa to the Taupo region more than a thousand years ago. Additional Celtic sculptures show other local Maori tupuna (ancestors) and kaitiaki (guardians).
Taupo Bay
The more than 33-foot (10-meter) tall artwork can only be viewed from the water, so the best way to visit is by boat from nearby Taupo.
Bao gồm
Ponchos and Towels
Free drink and Postcard
Knowledge and Friendly Skippers
Restroom on board
Plenty of free parking
We have a bar on board to purchase alcohol
We do not provide food but you can BYO your own food and snacks
We do not offer private transportation
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Evening Eco Sailing Adventure to Māori Rock Carvings Lake Taupō
Đánh giá
11 đánh giá
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Magical Sailing Experience
365mashap,19 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00This was truly magical. We sailed for 3 hours through unbelievably crystal-clear water — it felt surreal and very special. Seeing the gorgeous black swans up close was absolutely unforgettable! We were offered a complimentary drink, which made the whole experience feel extra relaxing. What really brought everything together, though, was the amazing company of Lloyd — such a wonderful person who made the experience so much more enjoyable. If you’re going, definitely bring your bathing suits — you’ll get a chance to swim, and you might not want to miss it!
Absolutely fabulous
PukeBurnsFam,18 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Such an amazing tour. Our skipper was Chris, who was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. We did the sunset cocktail cruise and were lucky enough to have gorgeous weather, with many taking the opportunity to swim in the lake. Would highly recommend!!!
1980 Carcings
903bradfordh,17 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
3.00I was a little disappointed to learn that the Māori wall carvings are from 1980. Maybe I should have known, but I presumed they were much older. The boat motors out and sails back. Not a lot of sailing action.
An Unforgettable Experience!!!
U189FOkarent,17 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00We were fortunate enough to do the evening sail on Sunday when the conditions were absolutely perfect. The sky was a clear blue, the lake flat and all but empty, and the company excellent. Lloyd is a friendly and attentive host/skipper ensuring everyone was comfortable and having a great time throughout. This magical excursion has to be one of the best New Zealand and certainly Taupo has to offer, sublimely peaceful with the wind in your hair at one with nature. We can't rate it highly enough, it's worth every penny and will be an experience you will remember for life!
Wonderful way to spend an afternoon
Daydream516791,5 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00One of the best tours I have done and also one of the best value for money. Super friendly and super chilled. Expert sailing in a beautiful boat.
Stunning sail
Jo M,31 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00Beautiful evening. Entertaining and informative captain, Chris. Stunning carvings. What is not to like
Excellent Experience
Theo L,20 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00I booked an evening sail with Sail Barbary when arriving in taupo, was honestly one of the best experience, beautiful sunset cruise to see the Māori carvings, great friendly team on board told us all about the history of the carvings, shout out Chris! Will definitely be back when in taupo again can’t wait to be back on the Barbary! This is a must do when in taupo!!
This evening tour ROCKED
kleinydan,14 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Such an incredible experience from start to finish. Seeing the Māori rock carvings from the water was something really special, but what made it unforgettable was the crew. Lloyd was an absolute legend – so friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what he does. You could tell he really cared about making sure everyone had a great time. Joe was great too, super relaxed and helpful. Couldn’t recommend Sail Barbary more. Even with the rain this trip was awesome.
Sunset cruise
415andreav,6 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00The cruise is really relaxing and allows you to see the rock carvings. Complimentary drinks are also offered on the evening sunset cruise. You can also take a swim in the lake. Everything organized very well!
100% Recommend
Daydream18852078001,5 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Such an amazing experience on the Sail Barbary Sunset Cruise. Lloyd was knowledgeable, welcoming, and made sure everyone had a great time, with awesome music to top it off. Would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Taupō.
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