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Sunset Cruises

See Lake Taupō in a Different Light 

Experience one of the most beautiful times of day on Lake Taupō with a private sunset cruise aboard Loloma or 38 South. Settle in, enjoy the changing colours across the water and watch the day draw to a close from the lake. 

From sunset drinks with friends to romantic occasions and relaxed evening celebrations, a private cruise is a memorable way to finish your day in Taupō. 

Sunset on the Water 

Leave the shoreline behind as the afternoon turns into evening and enjoy Lake Taupō at a slower pace. 

Cruise across the water, take in the surrounding scenery and enjoy the changing light as the sun begins to set. Add drinks and food, celebrate an occasion or simply sit back and enjoy being out on the lake. 

Choose Loloma for a relaxed, social sunset cruise with a larger group, or 38 South for a smaller, more intimate premium experience. 

Choose Your Vessel 

Loloma 

Relaxed Sunset Cruising 

With capacity for up to 28 guests on day charters, Loloma is ideal for sharing a Lake Taupō sunset with friends, family or a larger group. 

Her spacious and social setting makes her a great choice for sunset drinks, birthdays, group celebrations and relaxed evening cruises where the focus is simply on good company and enjoying the view. 

38 South 

Premium Private Sunset Cruising 

For groups of up to 12, 38 South offers an intimate and comfortable setting for watching the sun go down over Lake Taupō. 

With generous indoor and outdoor spaces and a fully equipped galley, she is ideal for couples, smaller groups, special occasions or anyone wanting to combine sunset cruising with drinks and dining on the lake. 

Sunset Cruise Options 

Choose a simple sunset cruise or turn your time on the lake into a complete evening experience. 

Popular options can include: 

  • Private sunset cruises 
  • Sunset drinks on Lake Taupō 
  • Pre-dinner cruising 
  • Romantic sunset cruises 
  • Birthday and anniversary celebrations 
  • Sunset cruises with food or catering 
  • Scenic cruising into the evening 
  • Private group celebrations 

Highlights on the Water 

Watch Lake Taupō change as the sun drops lower and the colours of the evening begin to reflect across the water. 

A sunset cruise is less about rushing from one activity to another and more about enjoying the moment — good company, beautiful scenery, a drink in hand and uninterrupted views from the lake.

RATES & PACKAGES

Great Lake Adventures Packages

Want to make more of your evening? Explore Great Lake Adventures packages combining sunset cruising with food, drinks, dining and other Lake Taupō experiences. 

FEATURED PACKAGES

Private Charters Made Easy.

Eat, play and stay with everything brought together in one easy Taupō getaway.

Hens Parties on Lake Taupō

Private cruise; food and refreshments; central Taupō accommodation, dining and entertainment coordinated

Stag Parties on Lake Taupō

Private cruise; onboard music and drinks; central Taupō departure; optional food

Corporate Events

Private corporate charter to take the team out of the office and onto the lake

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about chartering 38 South and Loloma.

End Your Day on Lake Taupō

Whether it’s sunset drinks with friends, a romantic occasion, a family celebration or simply the chance to see Lake Taupō at one of its most beautiful times of day, Loloma and 38 South offer two memorable ways to experience it.

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