About This Tour
Ernest Kemp Cruises cruising Lake Taupo for over 30 years. We specialise in visiting the Maori Rock Carvings daily. Enjoy the history of the area and this unique replica steamboat. Friendly skipper and crew offer a live commentary and a colour brochure explaining the meaning of the carvings. Lots of great photo opportunities with viewing and seating both inside and out. Bring a towel in summer months your skipper may decide there is time for a swim in our crystal clear lake. Complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate and cookies. Free wifi on board. 4 cruises daily in the summer months, from 90 - 120 minutes. Our popular 5 pm Cocktail Cruise includes a couple of complimentary glasses of wine or beer and pizza, this is all included in the ticket price. Sit back and relax you will have great experience on board Ernest Kemp Cruises.
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Meeting Point
Please go directly to the Boat, the boat is in Berth 2 at the Taupo Marina Redoubt Street. Please report to the boat 15 mins prior to departure. Your booking will be in the manifest and you will be met by a crew member.
Special Instructions
Please report directly to the boat, Berth 2 Taupo Marina. Redoubt St Taupo. Please be at the berth 10-15 minutes before cruise departure. Our crew member will meet you and check you in. Do not be concerned if the boat is not in her berth, we will be back shortly from the previous cruise. There is plenty of free parking at the marina.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather
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