WHY CHOOSE TO FLY?
ALL cruises visit the iconic Māori Rock Carvings. The difference is how you experience the journey.
WE’VE REINVITED THE LAKE TAUPŌ EXPERIENCE.
HERE’S HOW WE COMPARE TO TRADITIONAL BOAT TOURS.
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Lift above the water on advanced hydrofoils for an incredibly smooth, stable ride.
Traditional boat tours: push through the water, creating more wave motion in choppy conditions.
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100% electric propulsion delivers a smooth, quiet ride without the noise or vibration
Traditional boat tours: Engine noise and vibration throughout the cruise.
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Reach the Māori Rock Carvings in around 20 minutes.
Traditional boat tours: a slow 4-12 knots (45 minutes-1 hr) to the carvings
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Maximum 10 guests for more comfort, personal service, and a premium experience.
Traditional boat tours: 20 - 60+ guests, with a less personal experience.
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Warm, sheltered cabin with panoramic lake views.
Traditional boat tours: Many tours have open-air seating or compact indoor seating.
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The perfect balance of adventure and sightseeing, leaving plenty of time to enjoy the rest of Taupō.
Traditional boat tours: 90-120 minute cruises. More time spent travelling to and from the carvings.
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Smaller wake means less shoreline impact and disruption to other lake users.
Traditional boat tours: Larger wake contributes to erosion and affects other lake users. -
The world’s only commercial electric hydrofoil operating on a freshwater lake.
Traditional boat tours: A boating experience found all over the world.
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Advanced marine engineering combines innovation, comfort, and performance.
Traditional boat tours: conventional combustion-powered vessels.