Taupo Maori Rock Carvings Kayak Tour
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Experience Highlights
Discover beautiful natural scenery on this half day tour from Taupo. Throughout the tour you will paddle across the waters of Lake Tapo and see volcanoes, rock cliffs, Maori sculptures and a variety of birdlife .
This tour will last approximately 4 hours and includes refreshments, snacks and the option to swim in the lake .
- Explore New Zealand's largest lake with this small group kayak tour from Taupo .
- Enjoy a short paddling lesson and then paddle out to see unique scenery from the sea .
- Learn all about Maori culture and rock carving from a professional guide.
What’s included
- Half-day excursion from Taupo.
- Expert guide.
- Tour on board a kayak in small groups.
- Kayaking and safety equipment.
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Step by Step
If you are a lover of the sea and outdoor activities, then this kayaking tour of New Zealand's Lake Taupo is for you. From a central location in the town of Taupo, you'll enjoy a comfortable transfer with a small group of 8 people .
Upon arrival you will meet an expert guide, who will give you a paddling lesson. You will learn the different kayaking and safety techniques. Once you are ready, you will be provided with all the necessary equipment of lifejacket and paddle to start your adventure.
This tour, which will last approximately 4 hours, will take you across beautiful Lake Taupo. Throughout the paddling you will be treated to breathtaking panoramic views . You will see everything from a variety of birds, mountains and volcanoes, to a rock face with Maori carvings . Here your guide will regale you with interesting information about history, Maori culture and the significance of the carving .
In addition to all this, refreshments and snacks are available throughout the trip. You will also have the option to swim in the crystal clear waters of the lake if you wish, and take home beautiful photographs of the experience . As this is a small group tour, you will have more attention from your guide and can ask him as many questions as you like. He will answer any of your questions.
Don't worry about anything. At the end of the tour you will enjoy a comfortable ride back to Taupo town centre, where the half day tour will end.
