Breathtaking Taupo Sail: Unforgettable Maori Carvings
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Escape the hectic life and enjoy your sailing experience on our classical sailing yacht Fearless for timeless charm and authentic sailing. Explore the Māori Rock Carvings, one of the most extraordinary contemporary carvings in the world. Only view-able from the water, the likeness of Ngātoroirangi towers 14-meters above Lake Taupō. Powered by the wind, this eco-friendly experience lets you explore nature in its purest form - quiet, clean, and unforgettable. And when the wind picks up and the yacht heels gracefully into the breeze, guests feel that exhilarating surge of adrenaline - a moment of pure connection as they face fearless, the raw power of the water. Relax on the large deck space, listen to our experienced skippers and learn about the history of the lake. Give the crew a hand hoisting the sails and take a turn on the wheel or just snuggle in under some blankets. Take a dip and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the largest freshwater lake in Australasia (weather dependent)
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Reviews by Tripadvisor travelers
340karab, 12/6/2025 8:29:21 PM
Beautiful scenery. Great boat. Amazing staff. And a free drink! Would definitely recommend. We went for the middle day cruise. But can imagine the sunset cruise is spectacular
ROBIN_A, 12/1/2025 10:33:37 PM
Nicely organised sailing trip on Lake Taupo! Staff were friendly & informative. A little choppy on the lake in some parts but great bean bags to lie on & relax
A3773PSingrids, 11/26/2025 11:17:38 PM
Lovely relaxing afternoon sailing and a swim in the cool refreshing lake. The on board team were friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend to others
Michelle_R, 11/10/2025 4:02:52 AM
We scheduled this last minute and are so glad we did. It was a beautiful morning to be out on the lake and the boat and the crew were awesome. We were very glad we did this.
P6109HPleonc, 11/9/2025 10:36:51 PM
What a great afternoon out on Lake Taupo! We were lucky with having great weather & a favourable wind for sailing back. The carvings were interesting & the crew told us the history & other stories in a relaxed way. They were always open to questions & conversations about the area. We did the usual North Island attractions, but this day was a stand out for good value, fun & relaxation.
X9156PWjulieh, 11/6/2025 3:15:43 PM
The Kindred catamaran was wonderful. We sat in bean bags over the water, very tranquil. The crew were informative and accommodating. The scenery was incredible and the carvings were worth seeing. I would highly recommend this company and cruise to anyone
Sonia_M, 11/3/2025 12:33:39 AM
Well worth the price! We had the best time enjoying the gorgeous day on the lake! The carvings were beautiful and to learn the history behind them was amazing. We got a drink and pizza with our tour which was an added bonus. Erin and the Captain were amazing and so kind throughout the whole journey!
Emma_S, 10/8/2025 3:21:02 PM
An amazing trip out to the rock carvings. Not crowded like some of the other tours, meaning we had space to move around.
S3690UMkarens, 4/24/2025 2:40:18 AM
Had a great time on this tour. Not packed on boat as other tours appear to be. Friendly staff who are knowledgeable about Taupo history. Would recommend.
Catherine_C, 4/4/2025 3:37:54 PM
Lovely boat, great guide, space to enjoy the lake, and the carvings. The sailing boat was so smooth, even on a windy day!
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Sailing trips are subject to minimum numbers, lake and weather conditions.
- Departs from Taupo Marina. (Redoubt St), Check-in at Berth # 16/17, 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Check-in closes 15 minutes before scheduled departure. Boarding time 10 minutes before scheduled departure
- For the 9.30am trip customers can arrive 10-15min before departure for check-in. An earlier arrival is not required. However they need to be there before the departure time at 9.30am!
- People failing to show up for check in will not be refunded.
- We reserve the right to upgrade passengers to our other sailing yacht Tiua should weather conditions, demand or other circumstances require it. No extra costs will apply. The trip at 9.30am might be postponed by 30min in such circumstances.
- In the event of quickly changing bad weather and lake conditions, it may not be possible to view the Maori Rock Carvings, this decision is made at the discretion of the skipper for the health and safety of all on board the vessel
- Please let us know in advance if you have medical issues. The skipper has the last call on check in to decide if the trip is suitable regarding medical issues due to health and safety regulations.
Departure point
Departure Point: Taupo Sailing Adventures Berth #16/17 Taupo Marina, next to 65 Redoubt St. Customers need to be at the boat 20min before departure time for check in. People failing to show up for check in will not be refunded.Return details
Escape the hectic life and enjoy your sailing experience on our classical sailing yacht Fearless for timeless charm and authentic sailing. Explore the Māori Rock Carvings, one of the most extraordinary contemporary carvings in the world. Only view-able from the water, the likeness of Ngātoroirangi towers 14-meters above Lake Taupō. Powered by the wind, this eco-friendly experience lets you explore nature in its purest form - quiet, clean, and unforgettable. And when the wind picks up and the yacht heels gracefully into the breeze, guests feel that exhilarating surge of adrenaline - a moment of pure connection as they face fearless, the raw power of the water. Relax on the large deck space, listen to our experienced skippers and learn about the history of the lake. Give the crew a hand hoisting the sails and take a turn on the wheel or just snuggle in under some blankets. Take a dip and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the largest freshwater lake in Australasia (weather dependent)Redemption
Departs from Taupo Marina (Redoubt St), Check-in at Berth # 16/17, 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Check-in closes 15 minutes before scheduled departure. Boarding time 10 minutes before scheduled departure. Customers failing to show up for check-in will not be Refunded!24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund