Explorer Houseboat was an absolute joy for our two day visit to Lake Taupo. Extremely quaint and filled with creative touches, it felt very homely and perfectly compact. Its location at the Marina also couldn't have been any better, as we were on the doorstep of both town and all of the activities Taupo had to offer. Karl & Maureen were also great hosts and extremely helpful whenever a small issue or question would arise. I would highly recommend booking the Houseboat, as it's not just a place to stay it's also an experience.