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Berth 4, Taupo Boat Harbour, 
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What We Offer
- Private charter boats with catering/bar/fishing equipment and crew
- Access to private land, water and know-how of local’s secret spaces
- Functions, corporate events & team building
Reliable & Experienced
- Over forty years in the central North Island tourism industry
- We’re a family business, with local Taupō knowledge
- Our staff are experienced adventure experts
Adventure Qualified
- 5 Star Rated Gold Qualmark
- Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guides
- Trip Advisor’s Travellers Choice 2023
- Partnered with Ngāti Tūwharetoa
Your Taupō Activity Partner
From beautiful lake views, to fishing crystal pools, to scenic hikes in the central North Island wilderness; Chris Jolly Outdoors are the go-to guides to tick off that bucket list.
In Taupō, the adventure possibilities are truly endless. We guarantee one thing – we’ll create a memorable experience for you that you’ll treasure forever.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I book a trip with Chris Jolly Outdoors?
You can book a trip with Chris Jolly Outdoors by either calling us on +64 7 378 0623, emailing us at bookings@chrisjolly.co.nz or filling out the form to make an enquiry. If you want to book a cruise to the Māori Rock carvings, head over to the experience page to book direct.
- What can I buy a voucher for?
You can purchase vouchers for our Māori Rock Carvings Cruise, Fly Fishing Experiences, or monetary values to let the lucky gift-getter choose their own adventure!
- How old are the Māori carvings?
The Ngātoroirangi carvings are over 40 years old. They were carved during the 1970s, taking four years to complete and finished in 1980.
- How big are the Ngātoroirangi rock carvings?
The Ngātoroirangi rock carvings are a staggering 14 meters tall.
- What are the small sculptures by the Māori Rock Carving?
The smaller sculptures surrounding Ngātoroirangi depict tupuna (ancestors) and kaitiaki (guardians) that are pivotal to the history of the local Māori tribe.
- Does anything dangerous live in or around Lake Taupō?
No, Taupō, and New Zealand, in general does not have any native or imported predators. There are very small poisonous spiders called the whitetail and katipo, but a quick GP visit and some antibiotics after a bite and you’ll be right as rain.
- Is Lake Taupō a volcano?
Lake Taupō is a caldera volcano, formed approx 26,000 years ago. It erupted 29 times, with the last eruption about 1800 years ago. These days, Lake Taupō is the second largest freshwater lake in the southern hemisphere.