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New Zealand's best.
New Zealand's 15 most popular taupo, tongariro & napier tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Zoom the Waikato River from Taupo on a small-group jet boat. Rapids, spins, wildlife talk, and possible trout spotting.
“Found Rapids Jet last year and had the most incredible time. This was a return visit and it was even better than before. Well organised and Shannon was a very skilled, knowledgable and funny! Can’t recommend this enough!”
Wind-powered sailing on Lake Taupō to Māori Rock Carvings, with guided stories, a long swim break, blankets, and an included drink.
“Our guide was welcoming and knowledgeable, great experience for a first timer on the sailboat “Fearless”was calming and a serene location, great value for money, highly recommend”
Jet boat thrills on the Waikato River to eye-level Huka Falls. 30 minutes of spins, brakes, and close-up power.
“If you are looking for a high thrills scenic view of Huka Falls this is your ticket! The close up view, the feeling of the rapids under the boat, topped with a high speed boat ride down the river! It was amazing. The guide was funny and engaging, we felt safe the entire time.”
90-minute catamaran cruise on Lake Taupo to see Māori rock carvings, plus duck feeding and optional trout fishing, with tea and muffins.
“This cruise was such good value. We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of it. The historical knowledge of the captain & crew was amazing. Each of them being very friendly & entertaining. Oh, & the blueberry muffins were delicious. Thank you all so much”
A 90-minute Lake Taupo cruise to see Māori rock carvings, enjoy onboard coffee and a muffin, and get Tongariro National Park views with expert commentary.
“Trout fishing and Maori rock curving watching is super. Tea service with the cooked fished trout on biscuit is very nice. Comfortable & non-shakable cruising was very enjoyable.”
90-minute Lake Taupo cruise to Ngātoroirangi Māori rock carvings with live audio, Tongariro views, trout demo, and blueberry muffin.
“Great trip , friendly knowledgeable staff. Great price for 90 minute activities”
Tandem skydiving from 12,000 feet over Lake Taupo with 40 seconds of freefall, pro instructors, and optional photo packages.
“I had an amazing skydiving experience with you today, June 19, 2025! The 12,000-ft jump, professional guides, and seamless hotel pick-up and drop-off were outstanding. Thank you for an unforgettable adventure!”
Tandem skydive over Lake Taupo with 45 to 70 seconds of free fall, Hummer pickup, and mountain views from up to 16,500 ft.
“Incredible from start to finish. Linley was a total legend and puts you at ease. It’s still scary but is without doubt the most amazing thing you will do in NZ, guaranteed…”
Sail Lake Taupo for a 90-minute 5 PM cruise to restored Māori rock carvings, with live English commentary and warm deck views.
“It was a great way to spend the afternoon on a beautiful warm day.”
Napier’s Cape Kidnappers tour puts you feet from the world’s largest mainland gannet colony, with an air-conditioned ride and nature stops.
“Amazing experience! Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and very lovely!”
Luxury catamaran sailing on Lake Taupo to Māori rock carvings, with a swim stop and an all-weather bar aboard Tiua.
“the guide was very informative and was a nice relaxing trip”
Guided Tongariro Alpine Crossing plus Ruapehu and Mt Ngauruhoe with winter gear, transfers, and a steady safety-first pace.
“The hike is 20 kms in total and is not hard per se, the peak is at km 8 and the way down could be slight-medium challenging - but in general the hike is an actual path (wooden or ground) that is flat for some parts, slopes (still ok) and Read more”
Guided Tongariro Alpine Crossing between Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro with crater views, Emerald Lakes, and safety gear. 9 hours.
“It was a great day, the guides were great, supportive and knowledgeable. The weather was amazing. Recommend this experience to anyone!”
Scenic Mohaka River rafting from Napier with pickup, grade 2 rapids, included lunch, and a guide-led history stop over 5.5 hours.
“We were met bright and early at the ship by our leader Deon, an exuberant Kiwi bloke. Our group of 11 traveled in Deon's van for approximately an hour through beautiful New Zealand farm country, eventually transitioning to mountains, to The expedition outpost. We suited up in paddling gear and headed off on a 5…”
Start your Napier morning with a 1931 quake film, then take an easy guided Art Deco walk through the city center.
“Great tour, starting with an informative film, then a tour of key buidlings, pointing out the various styles etc. Relaxed pace & made to feel very welcomed. It would not have been as good walking around by ourselves! And check out the Art Deco styled water they sell in the shop - a real bit…”
