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Rotorua & Taupo Explore New Zealand, Australia & Fiji!tune
Join us for a relaxing cruise along the magnificent Lake Taupo aboard The Ernest Kemp, a beautiful vintage replica steamboat!
Highlights
- Experience an amazing two hour cruise along the spectacular Lake Taupo!
- Enjoy your cruise in a beautiful vintage replica steam boat
- Visit the famous Maori Rock Carvings
- Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee and cookies!
Lake Taupo, one of the largest freshwater volcanic craters in the world, is home to the famous Maori Rock Carvings.
Only accessible by boat, we will get you the closest to these incredible 10 metre high carvings which tower high over New Zealand’s largest lake. Learn about the spiritual and cultural significance of the area from your skippers interesting and informative commentary.
With comfortable seating both inside and out, bathroom facilities and a licensed bar, we’ll ensure your cruise on the Ernest Kemp will be warm and comfortable. Your skipper even welcomes you to join him in the wheelhouse and take a turn at the wheel! Bring a towel as there may be an opportunity for a swim *at skippers discretion.
The Ernest Kemp cruise is an enjoyable outing and a great way to see the Maori Rock Carvings and to get out onto Lake Taupo.
Cruise Duration:
10:30am and 2pm = 2 hour (approx).
9:00am, 12:30pm, 4:30pm, and 6:30pm = 1.5 hour (approx).
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
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- Adult$55.00
- Child$15.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$35.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult -$35.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult -$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult -$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$35.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$15.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$10.00
- Adult$27.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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From Ernest Kemp - Lake Taupo and Maori Rock Carvings Cruise
Hi Mark! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for recommending us. We’re so glad you had a great time and enjoyed the crew, the boat and the trip. We will pass on your kind words! Have a wonderful day.
Danny from United States wrote on 29 July 2026
Great trip!
I had a wonderful time on this ride. The captain was super informative on all kinds of little facts as we cruise around which I really enjoyed. Service was great. The boat was immaculate and hot coffee to keep you warm. I would highly recommend this activity. It’s done in an amazing way is a great value for your money.
From Ernest Kemp - Lake Taupo and Maori Rock Carvings Cruise
Thanks so much for your kind review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the commentary, warm hospitality, and your time on the lake. Thanks for recommending us, and we're glad you found it great value. Warm regards, The Ernest Kemp Team
alanad4 from New Zealand wrote on 28 July 2026
Ka mau te wehi
Tu Meke experience, amazing captain who has great knowledge the boat was clean and my boy had a mean time getting all the congratulations for hopping in the chilly water 😁😁👍🏽
From Ernest Kemp - Lake Taupo and Maori Rock Carvings Cruise
Thank you so much for your awesome review! Ka mau te wehi! 😊 We're so pleased you and your boy had such a great time. Good on him for jumping into the chilly lake and earning all the congratulations! We're glad you enjoyed the skipper's knowledge and your time on board. Thanks for cruising with us. Warm regards, The Ernest Kemp Team
Ana Down from New Zealand wrote on 28 July 2026
Well worth it
This cruise is so good, great commentary. The kids got to have a turn behind the wheel and received certificates, they loved it.
From Ernest Kemp - Lake Taupo and Maori Rock Carvings Cruise
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so pleased you enjoyed the cruise and the commentary. It's great to hear the kids loved having a turn behind the wheel and receiving their certificates. Thanks for cruising with us! Warm regards, The Ernest Kemp Team
RHIANNON ROBERTSON from New Zealand wrote on 28 July 2026
A fun family trip
A great day out! Highly recommend!
From Ernest Kemp - Lake Taupo and Maori Rock Carvings Cruise
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so pleased you had a great day out with your family and appreciate your recommendation. Thanks for cruising with us! Warm regards, The Ernest Kemp Team
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MARK WALKER from New Zealand wrote on 20 January 2026
Great crew, boat and trip. Recommend
Has a great time doing this excursion. Fully recommend