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Lake Taupō’s Kakariki Private Charters

LET THE Fun BEGIN

Women celebrating a Hens Party on Kakariki Catamaran which is owned by Taupo Lake cruise
Group of men enjoying a stag party on a boat at sunset on Lake Taupō, dressed in costumes and outdoor gear, with drinks in hand.
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Happy men toasting beers on Kakariki Charter boat celebrating a stag do onLake Taupō

Stag Dos

Happy women celebrating a Hens Party on a Kakariki Charter boat with balloons

Hens Parties

Group enjoying Birthday drinks on a Kakariki Catamaran

Celebrate

Two men deep-sea fishing on a boat

Fishing Trips

Corporate group enjoys Kakariki charter boat trip for their business event.

Corporate Events

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Family Gatherings

WHAT'S THE Vibe Onboard?

We bring the boat, you bring the crew. Whether you’re out to celebrate, chill, fish or dance, Kakariki delivers epic times on Lake Taupō.

What’s Onboard:

  • Up to 24 passengers

  • BYO or fully licensed bar

  • BBQ & catering options

  • Big deck, big speakers

  • Swimming, biscuit towing, fishing

  • Onboard toilet & changing room

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Not Just One Boat… We’ve Got Options

CATAMARAN
or Classic Yacht 

Kakariki Catamaran cruise on sunny ocean

Kakariki Catamaran

Kakariki is your floating party HQ — a 12-metre catamaran built for big energy and good times. With room for up to 24 guests, a sound system that slaps, swim stops, fishing, and flexible BYO or bar options, it’s the ultimate Lake Taupō party boat.

Electric sailboat cruising in front of Māori Rock Carvings at Mine Bay on Lake Taupō, New Zealand.

Sail Barbary Electric Yacht

A proven party boat for hens, stags, weddings, proposals, business events and team outings. Barbary is NZ’s only electric sailing yacht — quiet, clean, and full of charm. Seats up to 25 guests and cruises past dramatic bays and Māori Rock Carvings in eco-friendly style.

Sophie | Hubby's surprise
I booked this as a surprise for my husband's 30th and invited a group of friends. we had an absolute blast! He thought the beers and boat were it... then came the sea biscuit, a swim in the lake, and some fishing off the back. It just kept getting better. I honestly don’t think I’ll ever top this birthday! Thank you so much!
Maggie | Kakariki family trip
Really enjoyed our trip on Kakariki. The Skipper gave us a great history of the rocks and all the Bays around Lake Taupo. Was great to stop for a swim out of the wind, we felt like we were the only ones on the boat.
BRET
What can I say, yet another amazing trip with Pete on the Kakariki. This has become a regular thing for us and this year we took a whole bunch of additional family visiting from overseas.
OLIVIA | Hens
We booked Kakariki for my best friend’s hens and it was everything we hoped for... and more! We decorated the boat, cranked the tunes, popped some bubbly and hit the lake. The swim stop was a highlight (Shag Rock, of course!), and the crew made everything so easy. Such a fun, everyone’s still raving about it. Best hens party ever!
Jake | Bucks
Hands down the best way to send off the groom. We booked Kakariki for a bucks and let’s just say... things escalated in the best way possible. Beers were flowing, music was pumping, and the “entertainment” was next level. The crew gave us plenty of space to do our thing while keeping the vibe fun and easy.

MADE FOR THE Good Times

BYO, BBQ & Big Vibes

Cruise in style on the Kakariki – Taupō’s top BYO charter boat for stag dos, hens parties, birthdays, fishing trips, corporate events, family gatherings, and all-round unforgettable good times.

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