Half-Day Kayak to the Maori Rock Carvings in Lake Taupo
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).
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).
Inclusions
- Full instructions and commentary
- Professional and experienced guide
- Top-quality kayaking equipment
- Safety gear
- Muffin or another lovely refreshment
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Transport to starting Point: On request only (if you don't have your own car) Call to arrange.
- Gear List: Please refer to our Gear list tab on our website for what to wear and bring.
What to expect
Itinerary
Half Day Maori Rock Carving: Kayaking, swimming or rock jumping (optional)
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).
Stop At:
• Maori Rock Carvings, Lake Taupo, Taupo New Zealand
• Taupo Kayaking Adventures, Taupo 3351 New Zealand
Half Day Maori Rock Carving: Kayaking, swimming or rock jumping (optional)
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).
Stop At:
• Maori Rock Carvings, Lake Taupo, Taupo New Zealand
• Taupo Kayaking Adventures, Taupo 3351 New Zealand
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Mangokidd93
January 2021
The guide was amazing! I forgot his name...i even asked twice... he made our ride very pleasant and he was very professional. Taking photos for us and providing hot beverages and muffins. Teaching us tips with how to ride on the waves etc. I would highly recommend if you are active, to do the kay...
The guide was amazing! I forgot his name...i even asked twice... he made our ride very pleasant and he was very professional. Taking photos for us and providing hot beverages and muffins. Teaching us tips with how to ride on the waves etc. I would highly recommend if you are active, to do the kayak to see the maori carving rock instead of boating, it made a lasting impression and it was super fun! Rode 20th January @1:30pm.(as i cannot remember the guides name sorry, you were amazing :D )WahineMouPotae
January 2021
Matt was our tour guide and my partner and I and our 7yr old boy had an amazing journey on Lake Taupo with him. Proficient in using Te Reo along with his knowledge of the area, the different bays, historical recall of the various landmarks, and of course the carving of Ngatoroirangi. This trip ...
Matt was our tour guide and my partner and I and our 7yr old boy had an amazing journey on Lake Taupo with him. Proficient in using Te Reo along with his knowledge of the area, the different bays, historical recall of the various landmarks, and of course the carving of Ngatoroirangi. This trip included a tea/coffee refreshment and muffin service. Matt said it’s the first time he’s had someone fall asleep lol (our little boy). Many thanks to you Matt and Taupo Lake Kayaking Adventures. Look forward to getting our whanau off their jolly devices and bringing them along next time. Nga mihi mahanaJaijaif
November 2020
Called up in the morning and more than happy to find us a double kayak to take out 30mins later. A great way to spend a few hours on the beautiful lake Taupo. Will definitely back next time.
Called up in the morning and more than happy to find us a double kayak to take out 30mins later. A great way to spend a few hours on the beautiful lake Taupo. Will definitely back next time.anneajourneyaway
May 2020
If you're looking for fun, adventure, and great company, then this is for you. Elgan and Rob were fantastic guides, going out of their way to make sure I was comfortable and well taken care of. Not only were they great with getting photos (so that your experience is captured), they also spun some...
If you're looking for fun, adventure, and great company, then this is for you. Elgan and Rob were fantastic guides, going out of their way to make sure I was comfortable and well taken care of. Not only were they great with getting photos (so that your experience is captured), they also spun some great yarns. Despite the fact that I was the only customer on the tour, I felt relaxed and at ease. The kayaking itself wasn't strenuous - if anything, I enjoyed the challenge (although my arms may need some time at the hot springs now!). There's ample time to get out to the carvings and back, and also time to admire the lake and its tranquility. We stopped for delicious muffins and refreshments along the way, which really added to the experience. Nothing like being able to get out of the hustle and bustle of the city. The owners were also helpful, assisting with pick up and drop off from Taupo. That was important for me as I didn't have my own transport. Thanks, team. Overall a fantastic experience - I look forward to seeing what else TKA has to offer the next time I return to Taupo.Noony18
March 2020
We had an amazing morning on the lake going to see the Maori carvings. Brett was our guide and told us local tales and about the area, he was a great guide. The hot chocolate and coffee with a muffin was much appreciated at the halfway point. We thoroughly enjoyed our morning and would recommend...
We had an amazing morning on the lake going to see the Maori carvings. Brett was our guide and told us local tales and about the area, he was a great guide. The hot chocolate and coffee with a muffin was much appreciated at the halfway point. We thoroughly enjoyed our morning and would recommend going on be of their trips. It was Awesome!MichaelG135
March 2020
We booked this as a last minute thing, and I'm glad we did. In a group of 8, all with doube kayaks, we paddled to the Maori Carvings and back with a break for tea/coffee/hot-chocalate and muffins, plus a swim. Rob was our guide, and he was informative, funny and genuine. We really had a grea...
We booked this as a last minute thing, and I'm glad we did. In a group of 8, all with doube kayaks, we paddled to the Maori Carvings and back with a break for tea/coffee/hot-chocalate and muffins, plus a swim. Rob was our guide, and he was informative, funny and genuine. We really had a great time, and would recommend this activity to anyone... Fact check guys - Lake Taupo is not the biggest fresh water lake in the southern hemisphere. At 616 sq km, it is dwarfed by three lakes in Africa: Lake Victoria 68,800 sq km + Lake Tanganyika 32,900 sq km + Lake Malawi 29,600 sq km. Even Lake Argyle in Australia is larger at 1,000 sq km. Just saying :) Regardless it was a great activity to take in the natural beauty of Lake Taupo as well as the beautiful Maori carvings.