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Lake Taupo New Zealand,
Official Website of Destination Lake Taupo.

Chartered Cruise Experiences

sunsets tranquil water and pumice beaches

Lake Taupo's panoramic 360° views are amazing. Charter and relax on the decks of a charter boat because this is an easy and relaxing way to see beautiful Lake Taupo. Informative, yet not pressured, this experience is worth a visit to Boat Harbour to see the numerous charters available for hire. Sailing on a yacht, chugging on the old steamboat or speeding across the lake on a launch, are a most enjoyable and thrilling way to spend a day or late afternoon.

The stunning beauty of Lake Taupo and it's native bush dipped waters, secluded bays, with shores touched white with pumice sands, is unique. The lake's reflective waters mirror mountains, bush and sky, so feel like an escape? Try a charter cruise on Lake Taupo.

All prices subject to change. Seasonal rates may apply.

Barbary Cruises

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The Taupo Boat Harbour, Taupo
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0800 4 BARBARY
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+64 7 378 6015
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Barbary Cruises

Cruise and feel the history of a genuine 1920's 50 foot ocean going yacht, a beautifully crafted wooden masterpiece once owned by Errol Flynn. The Barbary conducts daily cruises to the famous Maori rock carvings and is available for private charters.


Diamond Charters Lake Taupo

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Diamond Charters Lake Taupo

From a short day trip to cruising for days on end the options are endless, contact the team for help with your personal requirements.


Huka Falls River Cruise

$10 NZD - $35 NZD Taupo
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Aratiatia Dam, Aratiatia Road, Taupo
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0800 278 336
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+64 7 377 3454
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Huka Falls River CruiseQualmark rating

Awesome views of Huka Falls (New Zealands highest volume waterfall) from our boat's front viewing platform. Cruise for 1 hour and 20 minutes on New Zealands longest river.


Chris Jolly Outdoors, Cruise Cat Scenic Cruises

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The Taupo Boat Harbour, Taupo
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+64 7 378 0623
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+64 7 378 9458
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0800 252 628
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Chris Jolly Outdoors, Cruise Cat Scenic Cruises

Operating 7 days from the Taupo Boat Harbour our scenic cruise departs at Mon-Sat 10.30am returning midday, and on Sunday the Bubbly Brunch Cruise departs 10.30am and returns 12.30pm. The cruise visits the Maori rock carvings and picturesque Whakaipo Bay.


Riverboat Waireka

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1197 River Road, Reporoa
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+64 7 333 8845
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+64 7 333 8400
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Riverboat Waireka

The historical riverboat Waireka is providing tailored group cruises on the Waikato River. Have a hot swim in the thermal waters of Lake Ohakuri, visit Orakei Korako travelling through the Tutukau Gorge, or travel up river to the Fletchers Reserve area.


Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters

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Taupo Boating & Fishing Charters

Sightseeing Charters for small and larger groups of up to 20 people. Onboard Lake Taupo's luxury cruise launch M.V. Solamaar. An ideal trip for family, friends, clients, staff, Hen Parties, tourists etc.


Ernest Kemp

$10 NZD - $40 NZD Taupo
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The Taupo Boat Harbour, Taupo
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+64 7 378 3444 for Wharf Office
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376 0027 for i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Ernest Kemp

A 2 hour cruise of the Lake Taupo Bay and Maori rock carvings by replica steamboat. Daily at 10.30am, 2pm. Extra 5pm sailing Oct-April. Fully licenced. Call the Lake Taupo i-SITE Visitor Cenre on 07 376 0027 to make a booking.


Taupo Punting - Bseeen Services

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Taupo Punting - Bseeen Services

Sightsee on our luxury modern punt m. of six passengers, plus the punter. Sit back in style with New Zealand's only glass bottom punt.


MV Waimarie

$120 NZD Taupo
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Berth 8, Taupo Boat Harbour
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+64 7 378 2196 after hours
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MV Waimarie

Cruise Lake Taupo at a time to suit you. A one hour cruise to the Maori Rock Carvings - up to 10 people for $160.00. MV Waimarie is a 10.17 metre (35 ft) luxury Vindex cruiser and is surveyed for a maximum of 16 people.


Steamboat Alice

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Berth 41, Taupo Boat Harbour, Taupo
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Steamboat Alice

Departs Saturdays 11am, 12.30, 2pm. Alice is the oldest commercial vessel in New Zealand, a steamboat licensed to carry 15 persons.