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Sustainable sailing to the Maori Rock Carvings.

Step aboard, explore Lake Taupō, and discover its natural beauty and hidden wonders with an eco-friendly cruise with Sail Barbary. Leave your cares and the shoreline behind and set sail across the crystal-blue waters of Lake Taupō. Investigate the hidden bays and beautiful coastline as you enjoy stunning vistas guarded by majestic mountains, enduring witnesses to Taupō’s volcanic past. Explore the culture, history, and sustainability of the region as you voyage to the Māori Rock Carvings at Mine Bay. We will take you right up close to the 14 metre high face of Ngatoroirangi.

From

NZ$ 55.00

Per Person

2 Hours 30 Mins

Highlights

Unique and authentic eco sailing experience
Learn 'our story'. A journey to sustainability from 2010
Learn to sail or just sit back and soak up the views
Ultimate quality sailing experience with up to 18 seats available
Enjoy a complimentary hot drink or BYO drinks. We are licensed.

Full Description

Step aboard, explore Lake Taupō, and discover its natural beauty and hidden wonders with an eco-friendly cruise with Sail Barbary. No noise, no smelly diesel fumes

Leave your cares and the shoreline behind and set sail across the crystal-blue waters of Lake Taupō. Investigate the hidden bays and beautiful coastline as you enjoy stunning vistas guarded by majestic mountains, enduring witnesses to Taupō’s volcanic past.

Explore the culture, history, and sustainability of the region as you voyage to the Māori Rock Carvings at Mine Bay. We will take you right up close to the 14 metre high face of Ngatoroirangi. The carvings are only accessible by water. The main carving is the face of an 800 year old ancestor. The face is surrounded by smaller sculptures depicting ancestors and kaitiaki (guardians).

Experience Lake Taupō from a unique perspective.

Sit back and relax or jump in and learn to sail. In the summer swimming is encouraged.

Book today and join Sail Barbary for one of New Zealand’s kiwi must-do experiences.

Sail Barbary is the only boat in Taupo rated 'Qualmark Gold' by Tourism NZ under the 'sustainable business' category.

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Includes

Free refreshments including tea, coffee, hot chocolate.

Warm Ponchos for cooler days.

Free Sail Barbary postcard

We are licensed but you are welcome to bring your own prepared food and beverages.

Meeting Point

Location Information:

Please be at the boat 15 minutes before we depart to check in and grab a seat. We leave on time.

Barbary yachts are located at Berth 9 & 10, Redoubt Street, Taupo Boat Harbour, Taupo. You can access the Taupo Boat Harbour from Ferry Road (off Lake Terrace, at the southern end of Tongariro Street) Story Place or Redoubt Street.

You will find Sail Barbary located in front of STIR Cafe - a little dark grey converted caravan cafe.

Look for the tall white and green blade flag with ELECTRIC YACHT in white on it, this is where you need to meet.

Berth numbers are on the dark grey bollards in front of each boat. Do not google the numbers as you will be sent to the wrong place.

Minimum numbers apply: There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative boat, date or full refund.

Additional Information

What to Bring: Dress casual, comfortable and warm (layered clothes work best), windproof/showerproof jacket, swimwear and towel (during summer), sunglasses and hat.
Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible, Stroller accessible, Service animals allowed, Near public transportation

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before activity starts.

Good weather is required for this experience. If we need to cancel due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

There is a minimum number of travellers for this experience. If the minimum isn't met and we need to cancel, we will offer a different date/experience or a full refund.

Risk Disclosure

Health and Safety

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Terms

Photos & Videos: Sail Barbary often takes photographs and videos for use in Social Media and Advertising. Acceptance of these terms and conditions and allowing your photo/video to be taken during the cruise will mean that you agree to the use of those images of yourself being used by Sail Barbary Ltd. for the above purposes. Should you not wish to be included please feel free to let us know on board. Life jackets: Sail Barbary is equipped with life jackets for all persons aboard. It is recommended that they are worn by children during the cruise.

From

NZ$ 55.00

Per Person

2 Hours 30 Mins

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Sail Barbary Day Cruise to the carvings

Discover the Maori Rock Carvings on Great Lake Taupo with Sail Barbary on our Sustainability tour

Taupo’s Mine Bay Maori Rock Carvings are culturally significant to NZ - a must-see attraction, only accessible by boat. Sail Barbary has been offering cruises to these carvings since 1982.

In 2010 we started our journey looking for a better way to travel - to be 100% sustainable. To create a real difference to the customers kiwi experience we converted from a noisy smelly diesel engine to an electric motor. So sit back and relax as we take you through our journey along with commentary on the eco side of the lake, living within a Volcano and the cultural significance of the Maori rock carvings.The whole experience is both unique and authentic. As one customer recently said "being at the carvings with no noise or diesel smell is perfect"Sail Barbary takes you right up close to the 14-meter high rock art. You’re guaranteed amazing photo opportunities as you experience one of life’s postcard moments.You can BYO (Bring Your Own) food and beverages or use our bar. Things really couldn’t get more Kiwi!

Soak up the sun or roll up your sleeves; you can take the wheel, helphoist the sails or just sit back and enjoy the view.We’re equipped for all conditions; if the wind dies down, Sail Barbary‘s eco-friendly electric engine kicks in, moving noiselessly through the water. When the wind is up, you can enjoy sailing without salty sea-spray and noisy outboard motors. Warm ponchos are supplied. Swimming is encouraged.Sail Barbarycruises depart daily at 10.30am, 2.00pm, 5.00pm and 7.30pm (Evening/Sunset cruises Summer Only).

*All departures are subject to demand, minimum numbers, lake and weather conditions. We reserve the right to transfer customers to an alternative boat should weather conditions allow it. This will not alter the tour route or inclusions.

Duration: 2 Hours 30 Mins

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Sail Barbary Evening and Sunset Cruise to the carvings

Discover the Maori Rock Carvings on Lake Taupo with Sail Barbary on our Sunset

Sustainability tourThere is more of a casual and party atmosphere on this trip.BYO food and alcohol, bluetooth your playlist to surround sound.Swimming is encouraged so bring your togs and towelTaupo’s Mine Bay Maori Rock Carvings are a must-see attraction, only accessible by

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Duration: 2 Hours 30 Mins

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