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Our boats seat 6 people. If your group is larger than 6 then you can reserve up to 3 boats, as long as each of them are available during the time you would like to go out.
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You do! You choose one driver from your group, who is at least 18 years of age. This is the same person who signs the rental agreement form.
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The rental session is for 2 hours. Note that because we have set booking times there is a strict $100 fee if you return the boat more than 15 minutes late.
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No, sorry! Conditions on Lake Taupo can change dramatically so we need to keep you close to shore for your own safety. You’re permitted to cruise freely within the designated boundaries as seen in the picture. The boundaries are highlighted in green. The rental time frame gives you enough time and battery power to cruise to Acacia Bay or Two Mile Bay and back in calm weather conditions.
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No, there are not any age restrictions. The only restriction is that every passenger must wear a life jacket. When booking you will be able to reserve a life jacket for infants to children according to their weight. As long as a life jacket is available for their size, they are permitted to board.
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Click ‘BOOK NOW’ on our website and our booking site will pop up. There you will see what sessions are available for you to book.
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Cancelations may be made up to 48 hours out from the time of the reservation for a full refund. 50% of the booking cost is refunded between 48-24 hours, and no refund is given less than 24 hours out from the reservation.
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YES! If the conditions are not suitable for Doughboats to operate you will receive a full refund.
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Our boats have all the required safety equipment on board. Everyone must wear a life jacket. We have sleek ones for adults, so you’ll likely forget you are even wearing it. The safety equipment also includes a fire extinguisher, first aid kit, waterproof VHF radio, and a bailer. You will be cruising along the shoreline of Lake Taupo, close to the town centre, so you should have cell phone service. But in case you don’t, you can reach us and emergency services on the VHF radio.
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Our boats are made out of low density polyethylene. They’re extremely strong, sturdy, and buoyant. Even when the boat is filled up with water it does not sink!
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Yes. Our boats are powered by the Spirit 1.0 ePropulsion outboard. These electric outboards are eco friendly and as quiet as can be.
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Our battery powered outboards can go up to 5 knots (9 kph).
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Of course! Bring a chilly bin (cooler/esky/cool box/cool bag…) loaded up with all your favorite eats!
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No, we encourage you to use the restroom before going out on Doughboats. However, on the map that you’ll receive we have marked a couple bathrooms on shore. But the bathrooms will not always be accessible depending on the wind direction and the direction that our staff sends you on the lake. So do not count on being able to access these bathrooms on your cruise.
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As long as you can assure us our dog will not need to potty while out on the boat, dogs are permitted!
