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Huka Falls River Cruise

387 Reviews

#5 of 30 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Taupo

Boat Tours & Water Sports, Outdoor Activities, Tours

Aratiatia Dam Carpark, Taupo, New Zealand

Huka Falls River Cruise
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brownesarahj

Geneva, Switzerland

Reviewed 6 days ago

Better late than never!

We took this trip on a world tour in January 2018 and it was one of the highlights. We so appreciated the simplicity of the tour, the friendly crew (and daughter). The falls were stunning, (could have done without the fast boats screeching around!), the...More

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NMHJ

276

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Best way to see Huka Falls

Dave and his team made this such a relaxing, enjoyable way to spend time on the river and getting up close to the falls. The trip is just under 1.5 hours on a comfortable boat with plenty of seating indoors and out. Great for all...More

Thank NMHJ

Hi and thanks for your great comments, we are glad you enjoyed cruising with us, hope to see you again some time

alicia s

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Fun for whole family

Great day, the whole family enjoyed their tour Nice getting close with the falls and getting heaps of photos Very informative and friendly guide, thanks heaps

Thank alicia s

Thanks for your great comments, it is always nice to find something the whole family can do together and in any weather the river is always calm and the waterfall always spectacular.

Helen H

Adelaide, Australia

Reviewed 15 September 2018 via mobile

Best way to see the Huka Falls

Dave was friendly and informative during our relaxing cruise, he wax respectful of both the river and wildlife who use it. I love taking photos and had ample opportunities to get up close for photos. Thank you for a great cruise, Helen and Nev from...More

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nikkielee777

Toongabbie, Australia

434

Reviewed 15 September 2018 via mobile

Tried to go twice - no response once and late response another time

Visiting from Sydney Australia, This was a disappointing experience We tried to book and pay for the 2:30pm Huka cruise experience the first time on Thursday 13th September at 12 noon , we were told - no put you credit card away , sorry there...More

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LucyMoosey08

Cambridge, New Zealand

219

Reviewed 2 September 2018

Don't Miss This!

Wow, what a wonderful way to view the Huka Falls and enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the river. We have been to Taupo and visited the Falls previously, viewing from the car park accessed look outs at the top, but the river cruise is...More

Thank LucyMoosey08

Thanks for the review. Our staff loves what we do and our work is made easy when we have organised great groups like yours. We trained Jordan and he has proved to be very mature for his age and great with our customers. Really pleased...More

Azrina J

204

Reviewed 28 August 2018 via mobile

Nice

Jordan was an excellent guide. The boat smelled funny however. Love the view of the Huka. Nice cruise for families with young children or elderly.

1 Thank Azrina J

Thanks for comment never had problem with smell but will look into it

Helen B

Tauranga, New Zealand

216

Reviewed 24 August 2018

Great River Cruise

Great river cruise, fantastic scenery and fantastic views of the Huka Falls. This cruise takes you right up close to the Huka Falls. We thought this cruise was great value for money and you got a good hour and a half on the river. Simon...More

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MattPC81

Havelock North, New Zealand

Reviewed 20 August 2018 via mobile

Absolutely Superb!

We took a trip on the river cruise with Dave on Saturday. I can safely say that it was the best $93 (total for 2 adults and 1 child) we have spent since we moved to New Zealand! Dave was a very entertaining and informative...More

Thank MattPC81

Thanks for the great comments, good luck with settling in New Zealand.

leopold l

Reviewed 20 August 2018 via mobile

Nice cruise and fantastic view on the Huka Falls

We enjoyed our cruise with a nice captain : you can see many birds along the river and the boat goes three times down below the falls so everyone can have a great view on it and really feel the power of the river!

Thank leopold l

Thanks for your comments, glad you enjoyed our cruise

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MLYang

I get seasick quite easily. Will this be a problem on this river cruise? Really suffered on a jet boat ride a few years back.

17 November 2016|

Answer

River is always calm, and we have had no problem with sea sickness

Amanda Y

Is it ok to bring a toddler On this cruise?

16 November 2016|

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Toddlers are fine, there is also room for your stroller if required.

Cam L

Do you guys have a contact email address? I'm trying to confirm a booking for 2 people. 10:30am 23/04/2016.

7 April 2016|

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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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