Discover the ancient Māori Rock Carvings on Lake Taupō with the trustworthy team at Chris Jolly Outdoors!
Tick off one of the top things to do in Taupō as you visit some of New Zealand's most extraordinary artworks, the historic Ngātoroirangi Māori Rock Carvings!
Attracting visitors from all around the world, the Māori Rock Carvings are truly unique and only accessible by water, towering 14-metres above Lake Taupō.
You'll travel aboard the Cruise Cat, a stylish vessel that has been built for comfort offering warm booths and spacious viewing platforms that get you right up next to the scenery.
Enjoy live commentary and a hot beverage and muffin on board, and keep the kids entertained with colouring, a treasure hunt, or even driving the boat if the skipper allows. The afternoon cruise also includes a trout fishing demonstration where you'll also learn about various fishing options on Lake Taupō.
The friendly team at Chris Jolly Outdoors has over 40 years of experience and place high importance on your safety and wellbeing, so you can expect exceptional service, high attention to hygiene, and an all-round awesome time out on the water!
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
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Awesome trip 👌
Many thanks!
Unique experience with insights to the Maori culture. Pleasant Cruise with friendly staff. Complimentary Coffee and Muffins were good.
Thank you!
Myself and my family really enjoyed our time was really nice affordable and worth it thanks again shout out to the captain and staff the were amazing
Fabulous, we are glad your family had a great time on board Cruise Cat!
Excellent trip and lovely crew that are super helpful and friendly. Good commentary about the lake and surrounding area. We have done this 3 times as we enjoy the trip and muffins. Thanks to the crew.
Many thanks for your repeat booking, Geoff! Glad you enjoyed our trip and muffins so much.
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Maria Wilson from New Zealand wrote on 23 April 2025
Chris Jolly Maori Carving Cruise Tour
What an awesome trip! The skippers commentary was superb. The muffins were delicious and the crew were lovely. Definitely do this trip. We thoroughly recommend it.