Stay with us and enjoy a family cruise to the world famous Maori Rock Carvings with Ernest Kemp Cruises*.

Take trip aboard The Ernest Kemp, the Māori Rock Carvings Cruise Specialists. One of the world’s largest freshwater volcanic craters, Lake Taupō is home to the famous Māori Rock Carvings, only accessible by boat. With comfortable seating inside and out, be sure to have your camera ready, and enjoy this piece of spiritual and cultural significance of the lake on this replica steamboat.

Our large and well-appointed two and three bedroom apartments are perfect for families. You can choose a room with a lake view, or stay poolside with direct access to the pool area.

We have plenty to offer including heated swimming pool and heated kids swimming pool, outdoor hot tub, indoor spa, sauna. Our outdoor area has BBQs that are free for guest to use, and plenty of furniture for outdoor relaxing and dining.

Call us on 0800 991 995 or +64 (0)7 378 5542, fill out the Contact Form, or email info@taupomotel.co.nz to enquire about or book this package.

*Family deal - 2 Adults, 2 children, extra person charges applicable for each additional guest.
*Accommodation must be booked in advance of stay. Cruise can be booked at booking or at reception during check-in.
*Cancellations received less than 48 hours prior to 2 PM the day of arrival will incur a cancellation fee equivalent to the first night’s accommodation. Read our motel policies for more information.