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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.
“It was about as much fun as you can have in half an hour. Our pilot Jacob was highly skilled and entertaining both as a jet boat pilot and guide. My whole family loved it.”
Wind-powered sailing on Lake Taupō to Māori Rock Carvings, with guided stories, a long swim break, blankets, and an included drink.
“We absolutely loved our time on the sunset cruise! The boat itself was lovely, very comfy & gave a great view of the lake. Our guide was extremely accommodating & very knowledgeable about the lake and Māori carvings. The complimentary drink was a lovely touch. Would definitely recommend the sunset slot as we got a…”
Jet boat thrills on the Waikato River to eye-level Huka Falls. 30 minutes of spins, brakes, and close-up power.
“Lots of fun. Like a Disney roller coaster. Fort go is you have a bad neck or back. We got right up next to the falls. Amazing sites and pictures”
90-minute catamaran cruise on Lake Taupo to see Māori rock carvings, plus duck feeding and optional trout fishing, with tea and muffins.
“Absolutely incredible! Our whole family enjoyed the boat cruise and seeing the Māori Rock Carving immensely. The staff were so friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend this cruise!”
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.
“Enjoyable boat ride on beautiful Lake Taupo. Great weather and fun way to enjoy the Lake Taupo area.”
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.
“Absolutely fantastic experience. All the staff and Skydive Masters were great. Laksi and Ian, my Dive Master and my daughter's were lovely: Good fun, entertaining and supportive. The views over Lake Taupo and the horizon are stunning. Love every minute of it and will 100% be skydiving again in the future. Highly recommended!!”
Napier’s Cape Kidnappers tour puts you feet from the world’s largest mainland gannet colony, with an air-conditioned ride and nature stops.
“Excellent - comfortable transport and a very knowledgeable and personable guide ( Marty). Highly recommend”
Sail Lake Taupo for a 90-minute 5 PM cruise to restored Māori rock carvings, with live English commentary and warm deck views.
“What a night for it! Absolutely stunning views of Lake Taupo. Skipper was excellent and you can tell she really loves doing these cruises, it makes all the difference. LOVED that it was an all female crew! Amazing facts about the lake and Maori Rock carvings, would 100% reccomend to do this tour with these…”
Luxury catamaran sailing on Lake Taupo to Māori rock carvings, with a swim stop and an all-weather bar aboard Tiua.
“Fun ride. Talkative and informative staff, who were also very friendly.”
Guided Tongariro Alpine Crossing plus Ruapehu and Mt Ngauruhoe with winter gear, transfers, and a steady safety-first pace.
“I had the most amazing time with Hazel who took us through the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. It was lovely day, great weather and the landscape, oh, my God. They provided crampons to us to make it through some ice, but it was a nice and steady hike. It is not that difficult as everyone says.…”
Guided Tongariro Alpine Crossing between Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Tongariro with crater views, Emerald Lakes, and safety gear. 9 hours.
“The weather was terrible, so our hike had to be modified. About 30 minutes in, I started throwing up. Our guide was great, and when it became clear that I couldn’t continue, he arranged for Robin to pick me up. She drove me back to my accommodations and made sure that I had everything I…”
Scenic Mohaka River rafting from Napier with pickup, grade 2 rapids, included lunch, and a guide-led history stop over 5.5 hours.
“This is a wonderful tour. Deon and his wife Jo are great. It was so relaxing and a lot of fun.. It’s a mild river, so it’s great if older family members want to attend. I highly recommend this tour.”
Start your Napier morning with a 1931 quake film, then take an easy guided Art Deco walk through the city center.
“Nice paced walk around some or the Art Deco buildings in the city centre. Good information and insight into the history”
