The Maori Carvings Half Day Kayak

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Glide your kayak over Lake Taupo's crystal clear waters as you paddle to the awe-inspiring Maori Rock Carvings on this 4-hour guided tour.

Soak in the view across the Lake to 3 live volcano's while you hear the history of the carvings, various Maori legends and facts of the local area from your guide before enjoying rock jumps and a swim in Australasia's largest freshwater Lake. A must-do while in Taupo!

Thông tin khác

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Operates all year, please dress appropriately for the seasons - NO JEANS/DENIM

Minimum age is 12 years

Minimum of 2 people required for the tour to run, if the minimum number is not reached we will contact you to reschedule

Chính sách hủy

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

Cần Quan Tâm

Glide your kayak over Lake Taupo's crystal clear waters as you paddle to the awe-inspiring Maori Rock Carvings on this 4-hour guided tour. Please note minimum of four bookings required - contact us directly for single bookings. Age 12 and over

Bao gồm

Light refreshments

Photos

Kayak Equipment

Kayak Tour

Lunch

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Tùy chọn

9am Departure

Glide across the beautiful lake Taupo on a four hour guided kayak tour to view the stunning 15m high Maori Carvings which are only accessed by boat!

Đánh giá

4.87

170 đánh giá

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Amazing time on the water
RichardW3416,,11 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Great day out on the lake. Be prepared to give your arms a work out. Our guide was super friendly and very knowledgeable, very easy to chat to and made the trip very enjoyable. For the money you have a great 4 hours in some amazing scenery.
A must do when in Taupo!!!
ElizabethP61,,1 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
What a beautiful day to spend the afternoon kayaking on Lake Taupo. Even had an opportunity to go for a lovely swim. This is a must do when you’re in Taupo. Ask for Eloise. She was the best!!
A Must Do in Taupo - for scenery and fun
Silke T,,29 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
This is a fun and safe adventure - suitable for all levels of kayaking (in)experience. Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. We highly recommend this experience.
Maori Carving Rock - amazing
Rej B,,17 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
So amazing, but it is weather dependant, so you might not get to see the Carbing Rock as it might be too chopping seawise. Thankfully we were borderline and got to see the Carving which is great!!!!
Great experience
KEVIN L,,6 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
The staff were really friendly. We received excellent advice on how to use the kayaks. The various stories about Lake Taupo and the surrounding area were very interesting. It's an experience to enjoy alone or with family.
Unprofessionel ond oversold
Anja F,,4 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
3.00
The guides were very unprofessionel. The store was closed when we turned Up at the scheduled time. The cars and equipment was not ready. There was No presentation og the guides. The were conflicting instructions. We were told to leave our valubles in the store, but No lockers were provided. The instructions given regarding the kayaks and equipment were spares. Even though one of the instructions was not to godt more than 20 m ahead og the Group, the guides didn't take notice of this, and would row way ahead without recognizing the group was coming more and more apart. At one point the guide in charge gathered the group - rafting up- to give a speach about the landscape, bur was so caught up in himself, that her put the whole group at risc for flipping and crashing into the shoreline rocks, because of the high wind and current. During our "break" at the beach, it was revealed that there was No drinks, since the guides had forgotten to bring cups. Then the guide in charged left the goup, to take to people in the group for a photoshoot, him tagging along on top og the kayak only bringing a swimsuit, making it impossible to her in touch with hun. The "break" was extended for a longer period of time, because of this, leaving the rest of the group as hostages on the rocks. The paddeling in the Lake was wondeful, but everyone should know that the carvings are made in the late 1970's. They are being sold as something sacred and ancient.
My own little tour
Quest35639320561,,1 thg 8, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Had my own private tour as I was the only one who booked it for that day. Lisa was an excellent tour guide. Showed me what to do as I’ve never been in a kayak before. Weather was cloudy sky but clear and the water was still to and from the carving. We got up right to the rock and got some great photos ( on her phone which she sent an email later on) the stop off for refreshments was nice. Chatted along the way learning about the rock carving among other NZ cultures. Enjoyed my time from start to finish (shoulders felt it the next day) I know summer is good with the weather, but honestly winter is just as good as it was less quiet plus you could have a tour on your own.
Awesome and knowledgeable...
Chloe J,,12 thg 5, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Awesome and knowledgeable guide! Amazing views! So happy we did this! Would do this tour again. 10000% recommend!
Great day out.
Dream33974713997,,27 thg 4, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
My Son and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour, Our guide Glen was pleasant, helpful, and knowledgeable. Can highly recommend.
Great guide, great weather, great carvings.
jools301,,17 thg 1, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
I was the only person on the trip so had a 1:1 guided tour which was great. The guide was very informative and knowledgeable and made me feel very safe. The kayaking was lovely, as was the weather. The rock carvings were amazing!