Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
One of Taupo's best kept secrets, the sheer beauty and tranquility found on the crystal clear waters of the Waikato River will take your breath away on this 2-hour small group guided kayaking tour. Begin your kayaking journey at the source of New Zealand’s largest river and drift past various islands, nature reserves, swimming spots, the drop zone of the Taupo Bungy before soaking in the Natural Hot Pools. Complimentary photos are included
Professional guide
All equipment
Lunch
Departure Point
54 Spa Road, Taupō 3330, Nieuw-Zeeland
Please meet us at Canoe & Kayak 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
Return Details
54 Spa Road, Taupō 3330, Nieuw-Zeeland
Please meet us at Canoe & Kayak 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All children must be accompanied by an adult
Children under the age of 12 must have a 1:1 ratio with an adult.
A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
Operates all year, please dress appropriately for the seasons - NO JEANS/DENIM
* Kaitiaki is the Māori word for the Guardian of the Environment. This is collected on behalf of the local iwi for their role in taking care of Lake Taupō and the Waikato River. This will be collected when you arrive.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Herangi
23 Dec 2024
We had a really great time on our float tour yesterday. The guide was excellent and it was a great way to spend a few hours taking in the amazing scenery.
Michael_S
20 Dec 2024
This was a very peaceful and enjoyable float. Even with the weather being overcast, we had a great time kayaking. Eloise was a fantastic guide. She took care of everything and answered all of our questions. Definitely recommend the trip with her.
Stephanie F
16 Dec 2024
Absolutely wonderful people! Beautiful river! Highly recommend! Such a relaxing and peaceful kayak. We also got to take a dip in the warm water.
This tour in
North Island
is organized by
Canoe and Kayak Taupo
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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