Chris Jolly Outdoors is one of New Zealand’s largest ‘outdoor activity’ companies. Offering a superb choice of water based activities like; scheduled scenic cruises, private fishing charters and luxury overnight excursions. This is the ultimate way to enjoy the breath taking surrounding landscape of mountains, Lake Taupo and other scenery unique to the volcanic plateau.

Drawing on a wealth of knowledge and experience from 27 years of operation, Chris Jolly Outdoors has launched fabulous packages for the other components of their business like guided hiking, guided hunting, helicopter wilderness experiences and scenic excursions.

PRIVATE FISHING CHARTERS
Our five private launch charters enable you to enjoy a truly memorable Lake Taupo experience. On board we can offer lake fishing, wining, dining & clay bird shooting. With the introduction of our luxury launch, Iridium, we are able to offer a luxurious ‘Lodge on the Lake’ experience with overnight packages.

FLY FISHING
The streams and rivers of the Taupo region is the fly fishing mecca! Our guides can take you on a half day or full day excursions. We can offer fantastic wilderness experiences and a helicopter transfer will get you to some crystal clear streams up in the ranges.

HIKING
The history of the Taupo region combined with the stunning scenery make it one of the most interesting areas for guided hikes. We have a great selection of half day and full day hikes to choose from for varying levels of fitness.

SCENIC CRUISES
Daily scenic cruises take in the Maori rock carvings, historical points of interest and the breath taking scenery of world heritage Tongariro National Park. This cruise offers a sumptuous brunch on Sundays.

HUNTING
Our private and exclusive property, Te Awaiti, ranges over 20,000 acres of Southern Wairarapa coastal hill country. Here we encounter a wide variety of terrain and hunting conditions for the Red Deer. The lodge/camp is comfortable and can host a group of up to