Experience a luxury cruise on Lake Taupō aboard Tiua, combining elegant sailing with an intimate journey to the iconic Māori Rock Carvings. This refined sailing experience offers a relaxed, premium alternative to larger vessels, ideal for those seeking comfort, scenery, and cultural connection.
Tiua Luxury Sailing – Quick Facts
⏱ Duration: Approx. 2.5 hours
💰 From $72.60 per adult
🚤 Luxury sailing catamaran experience
🗿 Highlights: Māori Rock Carvings & Lake Taupō scenery
🕒 Multiple daily departures
Embark on an unforgettable luxury sailing cruise on Lake Taupō aboard Tiua, a 53-ft sailing catamaran designed for comfort, style, and relaxed exploration. Blending classic maritime character with modern amenities, Tiua delivers a premium small-group experience on New Zealand’s largest lake — perfect for travellers seeking a more personal way to discover the Māori Rock Carvings.
Built in 1992 and extensively refurbished in 2008, Tiua is a 53-ft luxury sailing catamaran that blends timeless craftsmanship with contemporary comfort. Guests can relax in the spacious saloon featuring elegant New Zealand timber finishes, enjoy the sheltered all-weather cockpit, or unwind on expansive deck seating, including comfortable beanbag lounges.
Onboard features include:
Glide across crystal-clear waters to one of Lake Taupō’s most iconic cultural landmarks — the Māori Rock Carvings. Accessible only by water, these contemporary carvings are a powerful expression of Māori heritage and artistry.
With insights shared by the experienced local crew, guests gain a deeper understanding of the lake’s natural environment, volcanic history, and cultural significance — all while enjoying uninterrupted lake and shoreline views.
Tiua offers an eco-friendly, all-weather sailing experience suitable for all seasons. Whether you’re planning a relaxed family outing, a private charter, or a special celebration, this luxury sailing cruise adapts seamlessly to different group sizes and occasions.
Sailing Departs: 10:00 am
Price: $72.60 per person – Child $62.08 pp
Duration: Approx 2.5 hours:
Enjoy a peaceful morning sail aboard Tiua as you cruise across Lake Taupō’s calm waters toward the Māori Rock Carvings. This relaxed departure is ideal for sightseeing in cooler conditions while learning about the lake’s natural and cultural history from the friendly, knowledgeable crew.
Sailing Departs: 1:00 pm
Price: $83.12 per person – Child $72.60 pp
Duration: Approx 2.5 hours:
The midday sail offers excellent light and clear lake conditions, perfect for photography and scenic cruising. Relax in the spacious saloon or on deck while enjoying a comfortable, informative journey to the Māori Rock Carvings.
Sailing Departs: 3:30 pm
Price: $83.12 per person – Child $72.60 pp
Duration: Approx 2.5 hours:
Soak up the afternoon atmosphere as Tiua glides across shimmering waters toward the carvings. This sail balances scenic exploration with a laid-back onboard experience, ideal for travellers wanting unhurried luxury.
Sailing Departs: 5:00 pm
Price: $89.43 per person – Child $78.91 pp
Duration: Aprox 2.5 hours:
The sunset sail is Tiua’s most atmospheric experience. As golden light reflects across Lake Taupō and illuminates the Māori Rock Carvings, guests enjoy a truly memorable luxury cruise, combining natural beauty, culture, and refined comfort.
Tiua offers an intimate luxury sailing cruise on Lake Taupō aboard a 53-ft sailing catamaran, combining elegant design, modern comfort, and a relaxed small-group atmosphere. It’s ideal for travellers seeking a refined alternative to larger scenic cruise vessels.
Yes. Tiua is designed for all-weather day sailing, featuring a spacious interior saloon and a covered cockpit that provides shelter and comfort in varying conditions, allowing guests to enjoy the cruise year-round.
Tiua offers a luxury sailing experience rather than a large boat cruise. Guests enjoy a quieter, more personal journey to the Māori Rock Carvings, with time to relax, take in the scenery, and learn about Lake Taupō’s natural and cultural history from the experienced crew.
Onboard amenities include a spacious interior saloon, covered cockpit, expansive deck and viewing areas, a fully licensed bar, a galley, and three guest bathrooms, ensuring comfort throughout the cruise.
Tiua’s Māori Rock Carvings sailing experiences last approximately 2.5 hours, allowing plenty of time to enjoy the scenery, cultural commentary, and relaxed luxury sailing on Lake Taupō.
No. Tiua’s luxury sailing experiences are day cruises only and do not include overnight accommodation.
Booking a Tiua sailing cruise offers a memorable way to experience Lake Taupō — combining luxury, comfort, scenery, and cultural insight in a relaxed, small-group setting aboard a premium sailing catamaran.