🇳🇿 Discover Taupō’s Hidden Gem: The Majestic Māori Carvings 🌊🗿
🚤 Sail to the Sacred Māori Rock Carvings 💰 $55 NZD (includes hot drinks ☕) ⏳ 2.5-hour return cruise at a leisurely 10 km/h ⛵ Eco-friendly sailboats glide close to the carvings for perfect photos 📸 Why it’s magical? ✨ Carved into cliffs by artist Matahi Whakataka-Brightwell in the 1970s, the 14m-tall Ngātoroirangi (a legendary Māori navigator) gazes over the lake17. ✨ Hear Māori myths and Taupō’s volcanic history from expert guides8. 🌋 Lake Taupō’s Volcanic Legacy Formed 26,500 years ago by a super-eruption so powerful it blocked the sun! Today, its crystal waters hide geothermal secrets24. 📌 Pro Tips: ✅ Dress warm! Lake winds are chilly, even in summer 🧥 ✅ Best light for photos? Mid-morning sun lights up the carvings’ details ☀️ ✅ Spot anglers reeling in trout—ask the captain about their catch! 🎣 🚢 Cruise Options: 1️⃣ Barbary Eco Sailing (Sustainable & intimate—max 18 guests)8 2️⃣ Chris Jolly Cruises (Larger boats with multilingual guides)9 #PureNZ #MaoriCulture #LakeTaupo #HiddenNZ #TravelDeeper