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Taupo Sailing Adventures
Taupo Sailing Adventures
Taupo Sailing Adventures
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9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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"Be Fearless" Come on board Fearless for simply the best sailing experience on Great Lake Taupō. This is the more intimate cruise option to the famous Maori Rock carvings, with sleek lines and a maximum of only 18 passengers. Guests can relax on beanbags and snuggle under blankets, or give the crew a hand. The pirate-themed Sail Fearless has got to be the not-so-buried treasure of Great Lake Taupō . With a heart of gold and extensive knowledge of the region, lake and notoriously quick-tempered weather of New Zealand it is no wonder Fearless (David) has won so many awards for his affordable cruises. The Experience Experience the beauty and thrill of a scenic journey out to the infamous Maori rock carvings taking in the popular Te Kopua and Acacia Bays en route. Be sure to bring your camera to capture some of the most breathtaking views around. The Sailing Fearless sails under full sail or gently meanders, when it is truly calm, by motor. The Swim Stop Each trip includes a swimming stop in summer or winter if your brave (weather depended). The longest swim stop out of any other company on the lake. The Refreshments Light Refreshments can be purchased from the cheapest bar on the lake or you can also bring your own light refreshments for your convenience. So come and join us on Fearless for a trip to remember! note Please be at Berth # 31, 15 minutes prior to sailing time. Also please bring warm clothing & soft shoes (No hard shoes) You are more than welcome to bring food and drinks on-board too.
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TravellingSMH
Miami Beach, FL571 contributions
Total tourist waste of time.
The carvings are only 40 years old, done to attract tourists. So nothing felt truly authentic.
Why bother?
The carvings are only 40 years old, done to attract tourists. So nothing felt truly authentic.
Why bother?
Written 7 December 2023
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Rebecca M
3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
The entire experience from start to finish was fabulous. The weather, the boat, the pizza and beer, the briskness of the water, and of course, the guide Nathan! The carvings were awesome to see in real life and so close...you can't get the full appreciation of the carvings unless you get up close. Highly recommend. Did not disappoint.
Written 30 November 2023
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Madeline E
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Nov 2023 • Family
We had also much fun sailing with Nathan and Aaron! We motored out to the beautiful Māori carvings and got to swim off the boat in a calm cove. Then we sailed back to the marina, and Nathan let our young kids “steer” the boat. They loved it!! Highly recommend to everyone visiting the area.
Written 28 November 2023
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Jason V
Charlotte, NC165 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
I can't say enough positive things about this sailing experience! :) We weren't sure what to expect coming into it, but we had such a wonderful time on the water. The crew is friendly, professional, and personable. The boat is comfortable and large enough for the group. It was cold for us, but they had blankets and hot drinks at the ready.
We sailed around and listened to interesting information about the lake, area, and of course, the Māori Rock Carvings. It was relaxing, enjoyable, and we learned more about the area. Highly recommend for any visitors to Taupo! :)
We sailed around and listened to interesting information about the lake, area, and of course, the Māori Rock Carvings. It was relaxing, enjoyable, and we learned more about the area. Highly recommend for any visitors to Taupo! :)
Written 26 November 2023
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Zoe W
Victoria, Canada1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
This trip was amazing. The staff, Nathan and Danny, were funny, enthusiastic and fantastic. There was a variety of young solo travellers, older families and couples and everyone was friendly and having fun. Never felt too crowded on the boat. We did the sunset tour and was still warm enough to swim
Written 23 November 2023
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Phil M
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Nov 2023 • Couples
Nathan was a great skipper, knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great time swimming and enjoying the Maori carvings
Written 21 November 2023
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Rachel T
Raleigh, NC3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
My husband and I made a last-minute change to our plans in order to sail o Tiua and are SO glad we did! This catamaran is absolutely beautiful, and we were blessed with a perfect day of weather to join Dave & Jess on this sailing trip. We happened to be the only guests that day so got a bit of private time to relax in the bean bag chairs on the catamaran nets. We felt so relaxed the entire time on board and enjoyed chatting with Dave & Jess--they were both so knowledgeable about the area and Maori history! Tiua is a relatively new boat to sailing Lake Taupo. If you are considering a sailing tour, I highly recommend this one!
Written 17 November 2023
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Petra B
Province of Siena, Italy2 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
What a great trip! We enjoyed it very much, especially the sailing part, thanks to just enough wind!! Nathan was an excellent host and skipper and took perfect care of everybody on board. I recommend the trip warmly and will certainly do it again next time in Taupō...
Petra & Detlev
Petra & Detlev
Written 12 November 2023
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Selena M
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Oct 2023 • Friends
Even though the weather was chilly they accommodated making it very comfortable and enjoyable. David & Aaron were knowledgeable, very friendly and gave great suggestions for things to do in and around the area. Highly recommend
Written 3 November 2023
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peggy c
North Richland Hills, TX73 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
We sailed today on Lake Taupo on the"Kindred Spirit"with Taupo sailboat adventures.Nathan was both the captain and tour guide.He did a great job explaining about the Lake, the Maouri carvings and sailing itself.He did it all!Served us pizza drinks played nice music and sailed the boat.We had blankets provided as well as rain jackets-as we ran into a few raindrops.Totally recommend this tour and lucky you if you get Nathan as your guide!A wonderful experience all around!!
Written 24 October 2023
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8carla8
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Hey! I'd love to come and sail this weekend for my birthday to see the carvings and watch the sunset!
Are there vegan options for the pizza and beer?
Thanks,
Carla
Fearless
Taupo Town District, null, New Zealand3 contributions
Please refer to the email that Jess has sent you.
Cheers David
Gi D
Gold Coast, Australia2 contributions
Hi,
Have booked for a 0930.a.m. start- what is the length of the tour? Trying to figure out if I can fit in the Tongarriro Alipine Crossing later in the day!
Thank-you
Fearless
Taupo Town District, null, New Zealand3 contributions
Hi,
I don't know for what day you booked and if this answer comes too late...but the tour finishes at around 12.00pm. And it takes about at least 1 hour to go to the mountains. So to be honest I think it is quite hard to fit both in one day...
Please let me know if you have any other questions:)
Cheers Jess
