What to do and see in Taupo District, North Island: The Best Boat Rentals

Lake Taupo’s luxury Charter Boat. Ideal for the couple who want a real treat, trips for immediate and extended families, birthdays, reunions, business getaways, stag and hen’s parties, staff, tourists, etc. Activities can include Trout Catching, Skeet Shooting, Kayaking, Jet Skiing, Parasailing. A great menu including Barbecues, a Traditional Kiwi Dinner, Lunch, Cooked Breakfast and more. Try your own caught Rainbow Trout prepared Sashimi Style or Baked onboard. Day Trips may range from 3 hours (recommended minimum is 4 hours). A more relaxed trip with 5 or 6 hours will get to fish remote spots where the resident larger fish can be targeted and the many sights of the Great Lake Taupo marvelled at. The vessel M. V. Solamaar is spacious, warm, comfotable and safe for young and seniors and is licensed to carry up to 23 passengers plus crew. We will respond quickly to your inquiry with full details and price.

Doughboats is New Zealand’s first and only doughnut boats! Our electric powered boats seat up to 6 passengers and cruises are 2 hours long. Pack some drinks and nibbles and cruise the shoreline of Lake Taupo while enjoying your favorite music via bluetooth speakers.

Chris Jolly Outdoors - the trusted tour to the Maori Rock Carvings on Lake Taupo for 40 years. A family business that offers 'Outdoor experiences of a lifetime' in boating, fishing, hiking and biking. Their scenic cruise is a comfortable and stylish ride, with booth seating, full bar and amenities onboard suitable for all ages. We have a 10.30am, 1.30pm and 5pm (summer) departure, with awesome deals for backpackers, families and groups (contact us for details!) Outside of our public cruise we specialise in creating unique and bespoke packages in the region, with privately guided tours of the New Zealand outdoors. Enquire today to create your dream experience with Chris Jolly. #GET JOLLY

2 Mile Bay Lake Taupo is a must see destination for any vistor to the Taupo area. Situated actually on top of the beautiful great lake you can grab a glass of wine, beer or coffee and have one of our famous wood fired Dooza pizzas. We have paddle boards, kayaks, yachts, and windsurfers for hire for those who want to venture a bit further. If you are lucky enough to be around on a Sunday afternoon we have live music from 4pm-10pm

Experience Lake Taupō on one of our pedal boats or water bikes. Surrounded by the stunning water, beaches and volcanic mountains you can enjoy the scenery while you pedal around on the glassy water at your own pace. 30 or 60 minute booking times available. An affordable activity suitable for all ages - our youngest guest was 6 months, our eldest 96!