New Zealand · TAUPO AND HUKA FALLS
18 reviewed
Of the 18 taupo and huka falls tours on this site, these 15 are the ones to book. Prices, running times and the thing that actually separates them sit below, so you can decide in five minutes and get back to the map.
Taupo’s Waikato River jet boat ride is a 35-minute thrill with Nga Awa Purua rapids, canyon turns, a guide, and small groups.
“Prepare to have a great time. Everything is done well and you will not be disappointed. Very informative.”
2.5-hour eco sail on Lake Taupo to Maori Rock Carvings, with warm drinks, blankets, music, and a swim in clear water.
“Fantastic morning out on the water. Friendly guides and informative tour.”
Cruise Lake Taupo on Ernest Kemp to see the Mine Bay Māori rock carvings, with live stories, free tea and coffee, plus WiFi.
“Delightful experience on a sunny morning on the Earnest Kemp. Nice touch with inclusive drink & cookie. Would recommend.”
Thrilling 30-minute jet boat to the base of Huka Falls, with 360 spins, water-level views, and expert driver commentary from Taupō.
“Was thrilling and fun! What a way to see the Huka Falls and we got wet too! Loved it and so did the teenagers. Definitely a must do when in Taupo!”
Sail Barbary eco-electric cruise on Lake Taupo for Maori rock carvings, with myths, close views, and evening wine plus a swim.
“Chris is a great guy with a huge love for sailing. The carvings are amazing and the relaxing trip on the lake was very welcome. Make sure to bring sunscreen though!”
30-minute jet boat thrills on the Waikato River with close-up access to 11m Huka Falls, guided spins, and heated handrails in Taupo.
“Expected to go into this thinking ‘that was fun’, hell no, it was epic. Such fun and a highlight and we did all the classics in Rotorua: zorbing, white water rafting, kiwi hatchery and a few geysers”
A 90-minute Lake Taupo catamaran cruise to Māori rock carvings, with scenic Tongariro views, warm muffins, and optional trout fishing.
“Was a great experience would recommend to everyone good laughs from the skipper”
1.5-hour Lake Taupo cruise to see Māori rock carvings, with onboard commentary, hot drinks, and a warm muffin, plus Tongariro volcano views.
“Beautiful evening, great crew & good local knowledge of the carvings and surrounding areas shared by the skipper.”
A 90-minute Lake Taupo cruise to see the historic Ngātoroirangi Māori rock carvings, enjoy views of Tongariro, and get a trout tasting moment.
“Overall a very good experience. Great crew, well organised onshore and offshore. A slick operation.”
A 12,000-foot tandem freefall over Lake Taupo, smooth Hummer pickup, expert guidance, 40 seconds of speed, and epic Tongariro views.
“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!”
Taupo tandem skydive with a yellow Hummer pickup, 45 to 70 seconds of free fall over Lake Taupo, and a calm parachute return.
“Amazing Skydive! Everything was well organized from beginning to the end and i felt super safe all the time. The video i got is super cool as well and makes me smile everytime i watch it 🙂 Thanks to Samuel and the rest of the team for this unforgettable experience!”
Sail Lake Taupo at golden hour to see Maori Rock Carvings, with live commentary, two-level comfort, and great value at $35.
“lovely little cruise to see some amazing rock carvings on the lake”
Self-guided geothermal walk at Orakei Korako near Taupo, with ferry rides and Ruatapu Cave, mud pools, geysers, and silica terraces.
“This was a great place to visit in our travels from Rotorua to Lake Taupo we stopped at this gem. After a ferry ride over the gorgeous lake we did a self guided hike through the trails. The geothermal activity was amazing to see up close and the cave was pretty cool too! Gorgeous hike that my 8 year old son had a blast doing!”
Kayak the Waikato River from Taupo for 2 hours with a guide, geothermal spa stops, and included gear plus complimentary photos.
“Overall the trip was good, very nice view in taupo lake but was hoping to have more beautiful nice photos like those pictures shows on the website, maybe it’s because the water proof camera, none of the photos was good which is very disappointed”
Visit Orakei Korako near Taupo for mud pools, up to 23 geysers, and the rare Ruatapu Cave, plus an on-demand ferry, for $34.
“the self guided tour was great, the scenery, smells, colours were a new& different experience, worth the walk”
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