Sail Great Lake Taupo

aboard Barbary, New Zealand’s only commercially operated electric yacht and floating cinema.

There’s no better way to take in the panoramic beauty of Great Lake Taupo than on the water itself.  We invite you to sail with us to Taupo’s iconic Maori Rock Carvings in a natural and eco-friendly way.

 

Barbary is a beautifully restored 1926 classic yacht and sails daily to the Maori Rock Carvings.  We also offer a new and unique Movie & Gourmet BBQ Cruise, as well as Private Charter options that can take you anywhere on Great Lake Taupo.

 

You’ll find everything you need to know right here on the Barbary website.  Check out the latest happenings, watch our YouTube video’s, learn more about our cruises, look through our image gallery, make a booking and if you need to know more – we welcome any enquiry and have our Brochure and FAQ sheet available to download.

History

Join history afloat and hear stories of this yacht’s eventful life! Barbary is a 1926 Colin Archer ketch, once owned by Errol Flynn, and after cruising the world, has been sailing on Lake Taupo for 29 years. Recently refurbished, now eco-friendly and quiet.

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Cruises

We sail daily to the Maori Rock Carvings and also offer a Movie & Gourmet BBQ Cruise, Private Charter, Kids’ Birthday Parties, Hens/Stag Parties, Weddings and cater for Corporate Events. Fully licensed cash bar and food available.

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Bookings

You can book your Barbary cruise via our online booking form.
Download our Brochure and visit our FAQ (frequently asked questions) page for more information. Contact us via our General Enquiries form - where you can also purchase Gift Vouchers.

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