Half-Day Kayak to the Maori Rock Carvings in Lake Taupo
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From NZD 150
Overview
Explore Lake Taupo as you kayak to the Maori Rock Carvings at Mine Bay. You will start your half day tour from the sheltered waters of Acacia Bay before paddling out on the lake below native bush, past steep cliffs and mini inlets that can only harbor a kayak.
The experienced guide will explain the carving's cultural significance to the lake and surrounding areas while you float beneath them. On the way back stop for gourmet refreshments and can take the opportunity to swim or go for a rock jumping into the clear waters of the beautiful lake. If the breeze comes up, you can raft your kayaks together and sail back – bliss!
Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Departure time is at 8:30am and 1:30pm in summer and 10:00am and 1:30pm in winter from our base in Acacia Bay. Allow approx 4 hours per trip (3 hours on the water).
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional and experienced guide
Transport to starting Point: On request only (if you don't have your own car) Call to arrange.
Safety gear
Top-quality kayaking equipment
Muffin or another lovely refreshment
Full instructions and commentary
Coffee and/or Tea
Gear List: Please refer to our Gear list tab on our website for what to wear and bring.
Options
Half-Day Kayak to the Maori Rock Carvings in Lake Taupo
Option 1: Tour departs at 10.00am or 1.30pm May to 30 September
Operated by Taupo Kayaking Adventures
Reviews
92 reviews
Fun kayaking experience
Rachel W,Nov 9, 2024
5.0Our tour guides were personable and helped us have a great experience. They made sure everyone had a good time and could keep up. They shared interesting stories about the land, Maori and water. Thanks for a great kayaking experience! The muffin and tea on the water were also yummy!
V fun
Sophie B,Oct 19, 2024
5.0Really fun, we enjoyed the snacks and interesting stories from Will. We felt well looked after and the equipment was great
Fun, challenging
Victoria K,Oct 5, 2024
5.0Great experience. Ocean kayak, using a skirt with kayaking - a new experience for me. Windy day. Stopped for tea and muffins. Women owned business We needed transport from Rotorua and Lisa picked us up, solving a challenge.
Just Rent One…
Kimberly P,Apr 7, 2024
3.0We had good weather - cloudy with some sun; we had a double kayak and wore spray skirts; our guide, Oliver, was kind, patient and provided us with some facts about the area; we had some water with waves and some flat water; we saw a cormorant holding its wings out to dry; we didn't stop to have a snack as the rocky area was too difficult to get to, so we ate back at the beach; snack was a muffin and a hot drink; Oliver said he would share photos he took with us, but he hasn’t (yet); we would have enjoyed more variety in the kayaking as we didn’t go into any of the inlets to see local animals - we kayaked in and back the same way; as we have kayaked many times, we felt we could have done this paddle without a guide.
Morning kayak of eco area.
KatieKingsbury,Apr 5, 2024
4.0It was early in the morning so not much traffic. Our guide was well versed in the biology and history of the area. The water was serene.
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