Visit the world-famous Maori Rock Carvings on a voyage of discovery, past Acacia Bay, Hot Water Beach and the Lakefront!

Duration

2 Hours

About

Enjoy a scenic cruise in any weather condition with fun, informative commentary of the history of the Maori Rock Carvings and the surrounding lake area.

With comfortable seating both inside and out, bathroom facilities and a licensed bar, we’ll ensure your cruise on the Ernest Kemp is warm and comfortable.
Our cruises are family & dog friendly, well behaved dogs are always welcomed on board!

Don’t forget to have a look at the beautiful art piece on board by master carver, Matahi Whakataka Brightwell!

Includes

• Live informative commentary
• Colour brochure of history & meaning of Maori Rock Carvings
• Complimentary tea, coffee, and cookies
• Comfortable seating both inside and out
• Free WiFi
• Children visit the skipper and receive a Wheel Certificate
• Swimming if conditions allow (bring a towel)

Cruise Details:
Towering 14m above the waters of Lake Taupo, the Maori Rock Carvings have become one of the biggest tourist attractions in the North Island of New Zealand.

Taking 4 years to sculpt, the spectacular carving was completed in 1980 and has been visited by hundreds of thousands of people since. The lead carver, Matahi Whakataka-Brightwell, led a team of 4 artists, who, wearing nothing but safety goggles and speedos, carved out the rock alcove at Mine Bay to create the carvings.

2 smaller figures of Celtic design, which depict the south wind and a mermaid, have also been carved at the base of the rock face to represent the cultural diversity of New Zealand.