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    Huka Falls River Cruise

    316 Reviews
    #3 of 28 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Taupo
    Boat Tours & Water Sports, Outdoor Activities, Tours
    Aratiatia Dam Carpark, Taupo, New Zealand
    +64 800 278 336
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    “Comfortable and interesting!”

    My partner and I went here in July. We arrived for the morning cruize and luckily since we went off... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Aiste B
    “Amazing!!”

    Huka Falls cruise starts from the same place as aratitia dam (plz do not confuse this for Huka... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Neha B
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    5.0
    316 reviews
    • Excellent79%
    • Very good18%
    • Average1%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
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    “huka falls” (138 reviews)
    “flora and fauna” (10 reviews)
    “complimentary tea and coffee” (8 reviews)
    LOCATION
    Aratiatia Dam Carpark, Taupo, New Zealand
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    +64 800 278 336
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    1 - 10 of 307 reviews

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Comfortable and interesting!

    My partner and I went here in July. We arrived for the morning cruize and luckily since we went off season we were the only ones on the boat! The guide said that the boat does not leave unless it has 4 people on it,...More

    Thank Aiste B
    Dave K, Owner at Huka Falls River Cruise, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thanks very much for your comments, we are glad you enjoyed your trip.

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Amazing!!

    Huka Falls cruise starts from the same place as aratitia dam (plz do not confuse this for Huka falls jet which is at a different place. This is exactly where we got wrong and rushed to huka falls jet after seeing the dam opening at...More

    Thank Neha B
    Dave K, Owner at Huka Falls River Cruise, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

    Thanks for your comments, we have recently installed new big signage at the Aratiatia Dam, and a sign written van also, so hopefully others will not make the same mistake. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your holiday.

    Reviewed 30 July 2017
    Very pleasant

    This was a very pleasant cruise taking you up by the Huka Falls. The children got a chance to steer the boat which was an added bonus for them. The skipper was very knowledgeable and friendly. Overall, a great short trip.

    Thank mrnothersan
    Dave K, Manager at Huka Falls River Cruise, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    Thanks for your great comments. We take pride in being a family orientated activity for all ages glad your kids enjoyed it too. We time our cruise with the Aratiatia dam openings so they go for approx 1 1/2hrs which seems to suit most.

    Reviewed 21 July 2017 via mobile
    Perfect chilled out afternoon

    Thanks guys for a fun afternoon. Chilled out cruise up the river, lovely photos of the Huka. Best way to see the falls on the water.

    Thank anja-f-atv
    Dave K, Manager at Huka Falls River Cruise, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    Thanks for the great review glad you're enjoyed cruising with us

    Reviewed 21 July 2017
    Awesome!

    I really enjoyed this activity! The guides were really nice and talkative. It was very relaxing and the views were really pretty. Huka Falls was incredible and I really liked how the captains brought us really close to the falls several times and waited for...More

    Thank Tori L
    Dave K, Manager at Huka Falls River Cruise, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    Thanks for your review. Hope to see your again one day.

    Reviewed 19 July 2017 via mobile
    Informative, family friendly cruise

    We enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere on this 90 minute cruise which catered very well to kids of all ages. The family pass was great value. The boat was clean and offered free hot beverages too. It goes right up to the falls and offers excellent...More

    Thank Nurunesa
    Dave K, Owner at Huka Falls River Cruise, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2017

    Thanks for your comment we are glad you enjoyed your cruise.

    Reviewed 12 July 2017 via mobile
    Best place to view and experience the Huka Falls

    The cruise was a wonderful, relaxed way to see part of the river, hear from the guide about the history of the area, and experience THE MOST spectacular view of the Huka Falls - exactly what we had hoped for. When we got to the...More

    Thank Briony W
    Dave K, Owner at Huka Falls River Cruise, responded to this reviewResponded 14 July 2017

    Thank you very much for your great comments, we're glad you enjoyed your cruise with us.

    Reviewed 1 July 2017
    A nice gentle river boat ride...

    We had seen the Huka Falls from above and near the dam, so wanted to experience it actually on the river, up close and personal. It was a small boat, nice and clean with plenty of places to sit and move around (we were fortunate...More

    Thank abnil
    Dave K, Owner at Huka Falls River Cruise, responded to this reviewResponded 3 July 2017

    Thanks very much for your comments, glad you enjoyed your time in Taupo and New Zealand, and managed to get up Te Mata Peak

    Reviewed 28 June 2017
    Great trip for a sunny winters day

    A must do activity when staying in Taupo. Spectacular scenery and an amazing view of these spectacular Falls. Dave is a wonderful host and gives a very good commentary along the way of the sights and the history. Need a nice sunny day though for...More

    Thank jkloveday
    Dave K, Owner at Huka Falls River Cruise, responded to this reviewResponded 21 July 2017

    Cheers we really appreciate the great comments, hope you enjoyed your stay in Taupo

    Reviewed 1 June 2017
    Fun and the best view of the falls!

    This was a great cruise. It took about 1.5 hours round trip. The guide was friendly and very knowledgeable about the area. Tea and coffee were available on the boat. The views from the river and at the base of the Huka Falls was aweseome....More

    Thank Tracy J
    Dave K, Manager at Huka Falls River Cruise, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

    Thanks for your great review. You summed up our cruise perfectly. Yes it does pay to book in advance especially over the summer holidays. Hope to see your again some time soon.

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    MLYang
    17 November 2016|
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    Response from Dave K | Property representative |
    River is always calm, and we have had no problem with sea sickness
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    Amanda Y
    16 November 2016|
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    Response from Dave K | Property representative |
    Toddlers are fine, there is also room for your stroller if required.
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    Cam L
    7 April 2016|
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    Response from Paul G | Reviewed this property |
    They don't use an email address as they spend a lot of their time either on the water or the riverbank. They use a phone which redirects to the mobile they have at the riverbank. 0800 278336
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