New Zealand Yacht Charter

New Zealand is one of the world's great sailing nations—per capita, more New Zealanders sail than almost any other nationality, and it shows in the infrastructure, culture, and quality of the sailing experience. Auckland, the City of Sails, sits at the gateway to the Hauraki Gulf with 50+ islands within easy reach.

The Hauraki Gulf Marine Park is the starting point for most charters—protected waters, diverse islands, and easy access to both urban Auckland and remote anchorages. Further north, the Bay of Islands is a sailing institution: 144 islands, excellent fishing, and a warmth in the water and culture that surprises first-time visitors. In the South Island, the Marlborough Sounds—a drowned river valley system—create some of the most sheltered and dramatic sailing in the country.

New Zealand sailing combines world-class sailing culture with extraordinary scenery—volcanic islands, fjord-like sounds, and a maritime character that runs through every part of the country.